Edmund Fitzgerald

Edmund Fitzgerald

Annual Memorial Ceremony at Split Rock Lighthouse

Join us at Split Rock Lighthouse on Friday for the annual Edmund Fitzgerald memorial ceremony and beacon-lighting. This event marks the 48th anniversary of the tragic wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Expecting a crowd of several hundred people, this memorial ceremony is a poignant tribute to the lives lost in this historic maritime disaster.

The Edmund Fitzgerald, a renowned Great Lakes freighter, sank on November 10, 1975, during a severe storm on Lake Superior. The wreck remains one of the most well-known and mysterious maritime disasters in the region's history. The memorial ceremony at Split Rock Lighthouse provides an opportunity for the community to come together and honor the memory of the crew members who lost their lives.

During the ceremony, a beacon will be lit to symbolize the guiding light that Split Rock Lighthouse represents. This iconic lighthouse played a crucial role in warning and guiding ships through the treacherous waters of Lake Superior. The beacon-lighting serves as a reminder of the importance of maritime safety and the bravery of those who risked their lives to protect others.