A newly released 3D model of the schooner Wings of the Wind has been published by 3DShipwrecks.org, offering an immersive and scientifically accurate view of this well-preserved Great Lakes vessel. The model is based on detailed site scans and archaeological imaging conducted at the wreck site.

Launched in 1855, the Wings of the Wind was a moderately sized schooner designed for versatility and bulk cargo transport. She reflects the classic design of the mid-19th-century lake schooner — two-masted, wooden-hulled, and efficient under sail. These schooners were critical to the rapid economic expansion of the Great Lakes, providing an affordable and effective means of moving timber, grain, coal, and manufactured goods between port cities.

According to the wreck profile by Shotline Diving, the Wings of the Wind underwent major repairs in 1860, suggesting her high utility and operational wear during her early years. Her preservation state today makes her a valuable archaeological resource for studying schooner construction and trade routes of the pre-steamship era.

Explore the Model

• View the 3D Model – Hosted by 3D Shipwrecks
• Wreck Profile – Shotline Diving

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Wings of the Wind, schooner, Great Lakes shipwreck, 1855 schooner, underwater archaeology, 3D Shipwrecks, maritime heritage