Registration deadline: Sep. 7th 

Step aboard for a fascinating journey through the history of the Port of Toledo, one of the most important inland ports in North America. Cruise the Maumee River and Maumee Bay while discovering how a swampy frontier settlement became a global transportation hub connecting the Midwest to the world. Along the way, you’ll learn about Toledo’s role in Great Lakes shipping, shipbuilding, grain and coal commerce, World War II production, and the modern industries that continue to drive the region’s economy. From towering grain elevators and historic bridges to lake freighters and the stories of the people who built Toledo’s waterfront, this narrated tour offers a unique perspective on the river that shaped our city and continues to fuel its future.

Tour Highlights:

• The Miami & Erie Canal and Toledo’s rise as a shipping powerhouse
• Historic shipbuilding and Great Lakes freighters
• The Port of Toledo’s role in industry and international trade
• World War II and Toledo as part of America’s “Arsenal of Democracy”
• Grain elevators, railroads, bridges, and modern cargo operations
• The transformation of Toledo’s waterfront and riverfront development

Whether you are a history enthusiast, a lifelong Toledoan, or simply curious about the forces that shaped Northwest Ohio, this scenic river cruise will reveal the remarkable story of a city built on water.