Steamship William G. Mather Maritime Museum Cleveland

Steamship William G. Mather

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The 618-foot-long Mather, a restored 1925 Great Lakes bulk freighter, is a floating maritime museum. See more

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Jun 30, 2022
Awesome place to visit, there's so much to see on this boat! Docents are very friendly and have lots of information. Full review by Jennifer S
May 31, 2022
I took my grandson aboard. What a great vessel to walk on. Well worth it to see how the ship worked the Great Lakes. You can visit the wheelhouse, the captains room, the cavernous hold, the engine … Full review by jim5551
May 18, 2020
Despite not having a personal connection to the Great Lakes region, the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald always piqued my interest. So when I discovered the Mather, a somewhat similar ship, I knew I … Full review by cmc552

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I walk with a cane will I be able to tour the ship?
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Depending on how well you “walk with a cane”, you should e fine. There are stairs and some are grates so that may be a problem. There is also the distance to the ship.
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Answer by Gene E · May 25, 2019
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What is the cost for this exhibit? Is it walking distance from the Marriott Key Center? Their website never seems to work.
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It's about a 15-20 minute walk. It's definitely worth it.
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How long does the tour take
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I'd allow around 2 hours, but that's just me. It certainly can be done in less time.
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When is the Steamship Mather open in 2015? I plan to be in the area on May 1, and would like to visit. Also, how do you …
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When is the Steamship Mather open in 2015? I plan to be in the area on May 1, and would like to visit. Also, how do you get tickets? Thanks
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This is the published hours. Hours: Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Open May, Sept. and Oct., Fri-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm Closed now, …
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This is the published hours. Hours: Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Open May, Sept. and Oct., Fri-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm Closed now, Tickets are sold at the ship entrance. They are right next to the Science Museum & Rock Hall of Fame. The sub Cod is also within walking distance, but probably closed for the season. Hope you have a great trip. There's lots to do in downtown Cleveland.
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Answer by Bob H · Feb 24, 2015
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