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Huizenga Applauds National Historic Landmark Designation of the S.S. Badger
Washington,
February 18, 2016
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the United States Department of the Interior announced the official designation of the S.S. Badger as a National Historic Landmark:
“After nearly five years and countless bureaucratic hoops, the application submitted by Lake Michigan Car Ferry to have the S.S. Badger recognized as a National Historic Landmark has been approved by the federal government. This designation highlights not only the economic importance of the vessel to Ludington, Michigan and Manitowoc, Wisconsin but its historical significance to the entire Great Lakes Region. “Today also marks an important victory for the hardworking families, small businesses, and communities that have relied on this Great Lakes car ferry for generations. I am happy to report that the S.S. Badger will continue to play a vital role in the Ludington Community and that another generation of Michiganders will be able to experience and enjoy this piece of living history.” Click here to view the designation announcement from the National Park Service. |