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Lake Superior Marine Museum Association


Preserving the Past, Lighting the Future


Win a Cruise of a Lifetime!

 

Set sail in 2027! One lucky winner—and up to 3 guests—will embark on a weeklong round-trip journey aboard the legendary 1,000-foot laker Edwin H. Gott. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience Lake Superior like a true mariner!

  • The lucky winner and up to 3 guests will sail round-trip on the 1,000-foot laker, Edwin H. Gott during the 2027 season.
  • Average trip length is 6-7 days. Keep your schedule flexible; winner and guests will sail when the ship is available.
  • Boarding location to be determined, but likely Two Harbors, MN.
  • Winner need not be present on November 7, 2026 at the Gales of November event, at the DECC, to win.

The trip is generously donated by Great Lakes Fleet/CN/Key Lakes, Inc. All proceeds benefit the Lake Superior Marine Museum Association in support of the Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center.

 

Download the Cruise-of-a-Lifetime form to order your tickets. 

 

The LSMMA is a 501c(3) nonprofit that seeks to preserve the maritime heritage of Lake Superior and the Twin Ports through education and collaboration.

REQUIREMENTS: All entries must comply with all raffle regulations. Winner is responsible for any applicable fees or taxes. Must have a valid Passport by the time of the sailing and be 18+ years to enter. The ship is not handicapped accessible. Mail entry deadline is October 23, 2026.

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The Gales of November Event



CRUISE OF A LIFETIME

 

The trip is generously donated by Great Lakes Fleet/CN/Key Lakes, Inc. All proceeds benefit the Lake Superior Marine Museum Association in support of the Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center. Please see above for the link to the entry form. The drawing will be held on November 7, 2026, at the Gales of November Conference in Duluth, MN.

GALES OF NOVEMBER | November 6th (Friday) & 7th (Saturday)


Join fellow maritime enthusiasts at the 2026 Gales of November! Held in Duluth, MN on Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7.  The Friday event will be at The Garden in Canal Park, while Saturday will be at the DECC. A full 2-day itinerary and speakers list will be coming soon!


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