Pointe aux Barques Heritage Festival Marks 60 Years Since Daniel J. Morrell Sinking

Posted on July 20, 2026July 20, 2026 by Michael Hardy

The Pointe aux Barques Heritage Festival returns Saturday, Aug. 1, with lighthouse tower climbs, museum tours, maritime history programs, vendors, food and live music. The free event will also mark 60 years since the sinking of the Daniel J. Morrell.