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Tale of a Whaler

Tale of a Whaler Play Performed by the Mystic Seaport TaleMakers
at Chubb's Wharf.

This half-hour interactive children's show teaches both kids and adults the basics of 19th century whaling.

Meet Julie, a young lady spurned by her fiancé, Pete. Pete decides that rather than marry Julie, he wants a life at sea on a whaling ship. Not one to take rejection sitting down, Julie decides to follow him out to sea. She disguises herself as a boy, signs aboard a whaling ship and proceeds to learn all about the whaling life...the hard way.

Kids are invited onstage to participate in the action as Julie discovers the wild world of whaling!

Finally, be sure to <Meet the Actors> of Tale of a Whaler.

Written by Susan Gassett and Larry Coen of the <City Stage Company> in Boston.

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Art Spot - NEW! Create a maritime masterpiece.

Map Spot - NEW! Explore the world of maps and create your own!

Birthday Parties - Have your child's birthday party at Mystic Seaport!

Children's Museum- Fun activities for kids ages 7 and under.

Playscapes- Climb aboard and explore our fleet of wooden boats just for kids.

Discovery Barn- Interactive activities for kids ages 8 and up (seasonal).

Hands on History & Toy Boat Building - Create a unique maritime keepsake in these interactive workshops.