National Historic Landmark

North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashor, Leelanau County, Michigan
Listed
August 4, 1998
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
98001191

About this property

North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station, also known as North Manitou Coast Guard Station, is a complex of buildings located on North Manitou Island, which is part of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan, in the U.S. The complex was constructed as a life-saving station. It is the only remaining station which was in use during all three periods of lifesaving service history, from the early volunteer period through operation by the United States Life-Saving Service and the United States Coast Guard. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1998.

Location

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashor, Leelanau County, Michigan
45.12114, -85.97760

Categories

MARITIME HISTORYENGINEERING
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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South Manitou Island Lighthouse Complex and Life Saving Station Historical District
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When was North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station listed on the National Register?

North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 4, 1998.

What type of historic resource is North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station?

North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station?

The period of significance for North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station is recorded as the industrial era.

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