Commemorating the Edmund Fitzgerald's 50th Anniversary
By Beth Milligan | Nov. 3, 2025
One week from today – November 10 – will mark the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald sinking. While the tragedy looms large for the Great Lakes region, it has personal ties to Traverse City: two former Great Lakes Maritime Academy cadets were on the ship when it sank, and Traverse City Coast Guard helicopters aided in initial search-and-rescue efforts. Numerous organizations will honor the anniversary this coming week, from the National Writers Series to Old Town Playhouse to Northwestern Michigan College.
According to the National Writers Series, in-person tickets are almost sold out for an appearance by John U. Bacon Thursday at 7pm at the City Opera House ( …
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