Tower of History

The Tower of History, a striking 210-foot observation tower in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Soo Locks, St. Mary's River, and Lake Superior. Completed in 1968, it was originally designed as part of a shrine to Catholic missionaries and features modernist architecture with cantilevered observation platforms. Visitors can explore museum exhibits on local history and Native American culture, making it a unique destination for both tourists and researchers. The tower is accessible via a quick express elevator and is open to the public from mid-May to mid-October.