Soo Locks Visitor Center opened back up to the public Contributed SAULT STE. MARIE — The Detroit District’s Soo Area Office has reopened the Soo Locks Visitor Center in Canal Park as of 9 a.m. Sunday. The Detroit District is working diligently to safely open the Visitor Center while following federal and state COVID-19 guidelines. Exhibits are spaced to help visitors observe social distancing while learning more about the Soo Locks and hand sanitizer is available near popular hands-on exhibits. Building occupancy is currently limited to 90 people at a time and masks are required to enter. “We are glad to be able to open the Visitor Center again. Over the past year, we added some exciting new exhibits for visitors to enjoy,” said Chief Park Ranger Michelle Briggs.