Seaway Visitor Center at Eisenhower Lock

Seaway Visitor Center at Eisenhower Lock Where global trade meets engineering wonder! 🌎 The Seaway Visitor Center brings the history of this vital shipping highway to life. www.facebook.com/SeawayUSDOT

Come see the giants of the Seaway up close—free admission! Follow GLS for more information! Fi***rm Policy:
To ensure a safe and welcoming environment, fi****ms and other weapons are not permitted on federal property. If you arrive with a fi***rm, you will be asked to leave the property immediately. Upon arrival, please check the signage at the entrance for a full list of other prohibited items. T

hank you for helping us keep this space safe for everyone. Service animals:
Our facility is committed to ensuring a safe and accessible environment for everyone. In accordance with federal regulations, we do not permit pets or emotional support animals on the premises. However, certified service dogs, which are trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with disabilities, are welcome. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. For further guidance see Frequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA | ADA.gov

Follow the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SeawayUSDOT.

Remembering 9/11 today 🇺🇸
09/11/2026

Remembering 9/11 today 🇺🇸

Nearly 3,000 Americans lost their lives on this day 25 years ago. September 11, 2001 is a day we must never forget.

Today we remember their sacrifices. We also honor the courage of the first responders, transportation workers, and all of those who answered the call of duty that day to serve the country.

Their bravery will never be forgotten. They are the patriots who make America the greatest country in the world.

🚢 Spotted Yesterday!The impressive Algoma Conveyor passed through Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock!LOA: 225.55 m (740 ft)Type: ...
09/04/2026

🚢 Spotted Yesterday!

The impressive Algoma Conveyor passed through Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock!

LOA: 225.55 m (740 ft)

Type: Self-Unloader Bulk Carrier

Destination: Hamilton

📅 Labor Day Weekend Update:
Don't forget—we are OPEN on Labor Day! Please note that our operating hours will change starting after the holiday.

Check our website for our updated schedule and more info: https://www.seaway.dot.gov/explore/seaway-visitor-center

09/03/2026

🇺🇸*OPEN LABOR DAY*🇺🇸

Closed Tuesday, September 8th 🚫

🍁Non-peak hours begin Wed. September 9th:
Wednesday to Sunday
9AM-5PM

08/28/2026
Full Circle!The MV Vectis Progress was captured moving through the Eisenhower Lock last Friday on her upbound transit! Y...
08/28/2026

Full Circle!

The MV Vectis Progress was captured moving through the Eisenhower Lock last Friday on her upbound transit!

Yesterday, the 407-foot general cargo vessel was loaded up with a full cargo of corn and began her downbound journey, making her way across the Atlantic bound for Greenore, Ireland. 🌽🇮🇪

The luxury motor yacht SPORT made a stunning transit through the Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock on its journey through the St...
08/20/2026

The luxury motor yacht SPORT made a stunning transit through the Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock on its journey through the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Flagged from the Cayman Islands, this sleek 146-foot (45m) superyacht—built by renowned Dutch shipyard Feadship—drew plenty of eyes 👀 from the visitor center observation deck as it dropped 38 feet down through the lock chamber.

08/14/2026

The Cruise ship Le Bellot flagged from France 🇫🇷

Last Monday, the luxury expedition cruise ship Le Bellot made a grand entrance as it navigated through the Eisenhower Lo...
08/14/2026

Last Monday, the luxury expedition cruise ship Le Bellot made a grand entrance as it navigated through the Eisenhower Lock.

Here are a few quick facts about this impressive vessel:

🇫🇷 Flag: Flying proud under the flag of France

Current Journey: En route from Iceland to Toronto

Length: 430 feet long

Capacity: Designed to carry up to 184 passengers and 110 crew members

Watching these giant vessels squeeze through the locks is always a sight to behold. Did anyone catch a glimpse of her passing through? Drop your photos in the comments below! 👇

We had the pleasure of watching the Chemical Mariner make her transit through Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock. Flying the flag...
08/09/2026

We had the pleasure of watching the Chemical Mariner make her transit through Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock.

Flying the flag of Malta, this impressive 440-foot tanker is currently en route to Freeport in the Bahamas.

The timing couldn't have been better! We were thrilled to welcome a visiting bus tour group all the way from Delaware out on the observation decks. There’s nothing quite like sharing the excitement of seeing massive ocean-going vessels up close in real time—watching maritime transit in action always brings our community and visitors together.

Safe travels to the crew of the Chemical Mariner as they head south! 🌊⚓️

08/07/2026

PBS Watch Party!

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76 Barnhart Island Road
Massena, NY
13662

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