The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society discovers 130-year-old shipwreck in Lake Superior

Officials say the ship sank on May 4, 1891

The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society announced on Thursday the discovery of a 130-year-old shipwreck in Lake Superior.

The shipwreck was founded 35 miles off Deer Park in 650 feet of water. The ship is stated to be a 172-foot schooner-barge Atlanta.

According to a press release, the Atlanta sank on May 4, 1891. "It is rare that we find a shipwreck that so clearly announces what it is and the name-board of the Atlanta really stands out,” said Executive Director of the GLSHS Bruce Lynn.

Atlanta's sister ship the NirvanaPhoto by: The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

The AtlantaPhoto by: The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

The AtlantaPhoto by: The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

The AtlantaPhoto by: The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

Sonar of The AtlantaPhoto by: The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society discovers 130-year-old shipwreck in Lake Superior

Atlanta's sister ship the NirvanaThe Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

The AtlantaThe Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

Sonar of The AtlantaThe Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society

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The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society discovers 130-year-old shipwreck in Lake Superior

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