something interesting to do if you are into it and in the lake erie area --
vermilion, ohio ship captain's homeport walking tour --
WALKING TOUR OF CAPTAINS' HOMES
May 3, 2024
Vermilion was once known as the "Village of Lake Captains," and no other place has so many captains' homes in its historic district.
Vermilion was initially settled in the early 19th century and formed as a village in 1837. In 1840, the US Corps of Engineers finished building the tow piers at the mouth of the Vermilion which provided the depth builders needed to take boats into the lake. Thus began the "Golden Age of Ship Building" on the river, in tune with great demand for the shipping on the lakes. In a period of 36 years, 48 large lake schooners were built. Lumber, fish, sandstone, iron, and lime were major commodities at the time. The Captains of these vessels made Vermilion their choice as a homeport. As research continues, more Captains' homes are waiting to be discovered.
(Please keep in mind that most of the captains' homes are private residences and not open to the public.)
more:
https://www.discoververmilion.org/ne...captains-homes