Tower of History

The tallest building in Sault Ste. Marie, Mi! There are four viewing platforms atop this 210 foot high concrete structure.
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-Soaring 210 feet above the Sault + SOO LOCKS
-Spectacular views and photo opportunities of the WORLD'S BUSIEST inland shipping channel
- Telling the tale of the early Missionaries plus a widened scope to include both local and Native American history. They offer spectacular panoramic views of international proportion. Step onto the open air decks or glasses observation areas and watch the St. Ma

ry's River and Canada unfold before you. The express elevator will take you to the top or you can choose to take all 292 steps to the top. The views are beautiful and the human eye can see up to 20 miles away. Great spot to watch the freighter make their way to the Soo Locks through the river system.

08/14/2026

📣We have an exciting visitor coming to set up with us at the Museum Ship Valley Camp on Monday August 17th at 9am. Come down and see Rooted, a food truck that serves ☕coffee, smoothies, and other yummy treats. We cannot wait to see you there. 🛳️

07/02/2026

06/27/2026

☀️🚢 Come down and see us at Original Soo Lock Boat Tours for Little Sailor’s Day!! We’re selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a trip for 4 on an Interlake Steamship Vessel!
The Museum Ship Valley Camp and Tower of History is open from 9 am to 6 pm and the River of History is open from 11 am to 5 pm.
We hope everyone has a great Engineer’s Day Weekend! 🛟⚓️

06/26/2026

☀️Come see us down at Engineer's Day to buy your raffle tickets to win a chance at a trip on an Interlake Steamship Vessel!
The Museum Ship Valley Camp and Tower of History are open from 9am to 6pm today and the River of History Museum is open from 11am to 5pm.
We hope you enjoy this beautiful Engineer's Day! 🛟🛳️

05/31/2026

Today ONLY! Come enjoy this beautiful day! ☀️
We are open until 5pm with last admission at 4:30pm.

Grandpa's Mini Donuts is joining Sault Historic Sites and the Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours tomorrow Sunday May 31st for a benefit. Come have a ton of fun and get some great Mini Donuts while supporting a great cause! A portion of all our sales at Grandpa's Mini Donuts will go to support the Mackenzie Paul Memorial Fund!

05/29/2026

📣Just a reminder to visit us this Sunday, May 31st, for our EUP Family Fun Day!
Our locations will be open 10am to 5pm.
We hope you will join us for this fun-filled day and experience the amazing history of Sault Ste. Marie, while we raise funds for this meaningful cause!
A per-site cash donation will be accepted in exchange for admission at all locations. This is for Chippewa, Mackinac and Luce County residents ONLY with valid ID.
Grandpa's Mini Donuts will be set up at the Valley Camp for all of your sweet and savory needs.🥯

05/22/2026

05/08/2026

We're excited, are you??🥳The Tower of History is now OPEN for the season!!! We cannot wait to see you in 2026! ☀️
For more information on our admission rates and hours of operation, check out our website, www.saulthistoricsites.com.

Address

326 E Portage Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
49783

Website

http://www.saulthistoricsites.com/tower-of-history

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