Mary Mattingly's Open Ocean
Mary Mattingly has immersed herself in the collections vault in search of “evidence of how the sea has always challenged the rigidity of modern, terrestrial life; how its very nature permits a different tenor of creativity.”
Learn MoreSaltiest Dog Photo Contest
Join the competition to have your four-legged friend voted “saltiest” dog. Submit a photo of your dog at Mystic Seaport Museum now through September 22nd and return to the contest page on September 23rd to cast your vote for the “saltiest” dog.
Learn MoreCHARLES W. MORGAN
The CHARLES W. MORGAN is the last of an American whaling fleet that numbered more than 2,700 vessels. Built and launched in 1841, the Morgan is now America’s oldest commercial ship still afloat – only the USS CONSTITUTION is older.
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Find Your Adventure
Climb aboard the last wooden whale ship in the world. Meet blacksmiths, coopers, printers, and shipwrights in an authentic setting. View world-class exhibitions in our five galleries. See the stars in our planetarium and take a waterfront cruise.
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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Hours
Open every day
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
