"Buy One, Get One Ticket Free" Preseason Promotion

Book from March 1-31, 2026 to ride in June 2026

Enter code BOGO at checkout to purchase 1 ticket at full price and receive a second ticket free. NOTE: if purchasing more than 2 tickets, use the appropriate code - BOGO4, BOGO6, BOGO8, BOGO10, BOGO12, BOGO14, BOGO16, BOGO18, or BOGO20.

Please call 219-390-9423 with questions.

SCHEDULE:

Steamer Dewey operates on Wednesdays only from June 10 - September 23.

• Monon Route (20-minute ride for $15/person): Choose from 10:30 am, 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm
• Premium Route (45-minute ride; $35/adult or $30/child under age 13): Choose from 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm

Note: The steamboat is not handicap accessible. A dockside steam demonstration can be scheduled.

SPECIAL EVENT:

Wednesday, June 17th at 2 pm - we are excited to welcome Bruce Kopytek, author of "The D&C Lake Lines and the Fabulous Luxury Liners of the Great Lakes," to present on this fascinating industry - including the story of the S.S. Alabama, the ship that our Steamer Dewey used to service as a lifeboat. Requires separate registration at www.lassensresort.org

2026 SPONSORS:

Hesston Steam Museum, John W. Anderson Foundation, Melody Hill Resort & Marina, Pine Crest Marine and additional generous donors.

ABOUT US:

The Cedar Lake Historical Association presents the Dewey Line Experience at The Museum at Lassen's Resort in Cedar Lake, Indiana. Cruise aboard "Steamer Dewey," an authentic steamboat (c. 1915), where Cedar Lake history comes alive as you discover the science behind steam power. Learn the history of Lassen's Resort, from its 1896 founding with a single steamboat that ferried passengers from the Monon rail depot to all points around the lake, through its bustling years as a summer getaway. Your steamboat ticket includes same-day admission to The Museum at Lassen's Resort to experience The Story of Cedar Lake exhibit gallery. Learn more about our operation, including planned excursions aboard our second vessel, Big Dewey lassensresort.org/deweyline