Mystic Seaport Museum Adventure

Overview

Get outside and enjoy a fresh sea breeze on the grounds of America's premiere maritime history museum. Guests are welcome to climb aboard tall ships, explore a preservation shipyard where shipwrights restore historic wooden vessels, stroll through heirloom gardens, engage in a sea story or two presented by friendly staff and volunteers. All indoor exhibits are opened for visitors to enjoy a deeper dive into life at sea during the golden age of sail and more. Summer weekends often include special events.

City: Mystic

Thu 17 Jul

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Starting at $32.00

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Thu 17 Jul

Starting at $32.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

3 tall ships

Entire 19-acre indoor/outdoor museum experience

Parking Fees

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Meeting point

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Mystic
75 Greenmanville Ave,

Ticket vouchers may be used only once and may not be duplicated or photocopied. In the event that ticket vouchers are electronically distributed, ticket vouchers may be printed or scanned only once. Ticket vouchers may not be redeemed for products, previous purchases, online orders, gift cards, cash or store credit. No cash value, credit or change will be given. Ticket vouchers may not be combined with any other discount or employee discount. In the case of fraud, misrepresentation, abuse or violation of these terms and conditions, Mystic Seaport Museum reserves the right to take all available legal or administrative action. Other restrictions and exclusions may apply.

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Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Valid up to one year from date of purchase
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Limited number of wheelchairs are available on a first come, first serve basis
Historic location. Ships and some exhibit buildings have limited handicap accessibility
If closed due to extreme weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Dogs on leash are permitted on grounds. Not permitted on ships or in exhibits. Do not leave unattended.
Masks are required to be worn in indoor spaces

What To Expect

Mystic Seaport Museum

Immerse yourself in 19 acres of America's maritime history. Mystic Seaport encompasses a world-renowned preservation shipyard, a 19th-century seafaring village, and formal galleries where you'll find assorted permanent and rotating exhibits that explore America's relationship with the sea.

Charles W. Morgan

Visit the actively working preservation shipyard where ships and boats of all sizes are restored and maintained. Docked alongside a 19th Century recreated working waterfront seaport village, three tall ships beckon to be explored. Among them - the last wooden whaleship the world - the Charles W. Morgan is considered the “crown jewel” of the Mystic Seaport collection, she has outlived all others of her kind. Climb aboard and go below decks to learn about the men and women who lived aboard!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Trismegistus

Sep 2023

The centerpiece of the Seaport museum is the Charles W. Morgan, the only surviving whaling ship from the 1800's. There are periodic demonstrations such as the rigging of the ship, how cargo was loaded, etc. The tour below decks showed just how cramped quarters were and gave testimony to an adage I once read about "there are no secrets on a sailing ship." Three other ships from various times in the 1800's and early 1900's round out the collection, supplemented by extensive indoor exhibits. There are various small exhibits that one can duck into, my favorite being the Print shop, featuring a variety of 19th-century printing presses, one of them from the early 1800's, and where there are talks on the art of printing from hand-set type. There are facets which would appeal to a wide range of interests, though I'm least sure about adolescent girls if they have no interest in history. Lots for the boys to gawp at and run around and imagine.

Response from Host

Oct 2023

Thanks for visiting! There's always something for everyone to see here. We hope you visit again soon!

LewisandRonna_S

Sep 2023

The kids loved the ships and I loved the water color art paintings in gallery. There was alot to see. But some exhibits were closed. A bit pricey especially for concessions. But we did enjoy it!

tricias243

Sep 2023

We didn’t know that you had to pay for admission in order to walk the dog around. We figured you needed to if you went into the buildings, exhibits or ships but without any intention of doing that, we still had to pay $50 to walk the dog. But the grounds are very clean, nice views of the river, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed sitting on a beach and watching the families with kids.

Response from Host

Oct 2023

Thanks for visiting! We appreciate our guests who come in with their family pets, as it is an all around great experience for everyone. We hope you visit again soon!