Voyaging in the Wake of the Whalers
On display in the "Voyaging in the Wake of the Whalers” exhibition are more than 100 whaling-related artifacts, images, and documents, including logbooks, photographs, scrimshaw, ship models, and souvenirs, as well as moving images, oral histories, and sound recordings. Some of the artifacts and images have recently been added to the collection and are on public display for the first time.
Learn MoreTea with Turner
This is a five-lecture series on J.M.W. Turner and his work. While you sip your tea and eat finger sandwiches and scones, a magnificent lineup of speakers will explore the artist’s world from several different angles, including his travels, techniques, and the time in which he lived.
Learn MoreCharles W. Morgan
During the winter season, the Museum’s crown jewel is open, the 1841 CHARLES W. MORGAN, America’s oldest commercial ship still afloat and the last wooden whaleship in the world. Welcome to walk her decks.
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Find Your Adventure
Climb aboard the last wooden whaleship in the world. Meet blacksmiths, coopers, printers, and shipwrights in an authentic setting. View world-class exhibitions in our five galleries and see the stars in our Planetarium.
Explore the Museum
On the Water
Ships hold our desire for adventure, escape, and a life beyond the horizon. Get on board.
Places to Go
The sea tells the story of our past, present, and future. Come and see.
Things to Do
Immerse yourself in real experience that you can feel, hear and smell.
Collection Facts
Mystic Seaport Museum is an experience. With ongoing activities, events and exhibitions there’s always something to do. Did you know the Museum also has a world-class collection of fascinating maritime art and objects? Learn about the collection and the research being done at the Museum.
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