Bullhead Point Historical and Archeological District facts for kids
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Bullhead Point Historical and Archeological District
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The vessel Empire State.
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| Location | N. Duluth Ave., Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| MPS | Great Lakes Shipwreck Sites of Wisconsin MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 03000167 |
| Added to NRHP | March 26, 2003 |
The Bullhead Point Historical and Archaeological District is a special place located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. It's like an underwater museum! This district protects the remains of old ships that sank long ago.
Discovering the Shipwrecks
This unique area holds the visible parts of three old ships. You can see them right from the shore in the shallow water. These ships were once busy carrying limestone for the Sturgeon Bay Stone Company.
The Final Days of the Ships
Sadly, the ships were burned in 1931. This happened at the end of their working lives. Even though they were destroyed, their remains still tell an important story. They show us a piece of history from the Great Lakes.
Meet the Ships
There are three main ships whose remains are part of this district:
- The Empire State: This was a large steamer, about 212 feet long. It was built way back in 1862.
- The Oak Leaf: This was a schooner with a special centerboard. It measured about 134 feet long.
- The Ida Corning: This ship was a schooner-barge, about 168 feet long.
These shipwrecks are important historical sites. They help us learn about shipping and industry in the past.
