Eagle Harbor Coast Guard Station Boathouse, building in Michigan, United States
The Eagle Harbor Coast Guard Station Boathouse is a one-story wooden structure with wide board walls and a shingled roof, located near the water in Michigan. The rectangular building measures about 58 feet by 44 feet and features five large rolling doors designed to move rescue boats and equipment efficiently.
The original station was built between 1910 and 1912 by the United States Life-Saving Service and played a key role in rescuing sailors in distress. The current boathouse was constructed in 1938 to replace the earlier structure and served rescue operations until the station closed in 1950.
The boathouse represents the community's commitment to maritime safety and rescue efforts over many decades. Today it serves as a museum that keeps alive the memory of those who dedicated their work to helping sailors in trouble.
The boathouse sits beside the harbor and is easily accessible on foot, with open access through the large door areas for visitors to explore. The site covers about an acre and is positioned directly along the water, making it easy to walk around and view the structure from different angles.
The boathouse displays restored wooden rescue boats, including a fully restored 26-foot pulling surfboat that shows visitors how rescue operations were actually carried out in earlier times. The exhibits also feature old tools and photographs documenting the demanding work of the rescue teams.
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