This Week
Holiday Hours
Wednesday, December 31: 11am–3pm
Thursday, January 1: Closed
Friday, January 2: 11am–5pm
Saturday, January 3: 11am–5pm
Sunday, January 4: 11am–5pm
Programs and Activities
Now On View
Maritime City
Explore the Seaport Museum’s three-floor exhibition Maritime City, which highlights how New York City, as we know it today, arose from the sea.
Throughout the extensive exhibition, 540 deliberately-selected objects from the collections and archives of the Museum are on view to underscore how the city’s identity as a global capital of culture and finance is rooted in its origins as a seaport.
As you walk through the exhibition you will discover how the waterways, people, and industries of the Greater New York area led to the creation of a truly diverse city.
Shop at
Bowne & Co.
Wednesday–Sunday
Bowne & Co. weaves together New York’s rich maritime and printing legacy through two distinctive experiences: the Printing Office and Bowne & Co. Stationers. The Printing Office is a workspace that continues the age-old tradition of job (or small-batch) printing using historic presses from the Seaport Museum’s working collection. Next door, Bowne & Co. Stationers is a 19th century-inspired gift emporium selling a carefully curated selection of unique wares.
Stop by Bowne & Co. Stationers to browse house-designed and letterpress-printed paper goods, along with charming books, candles, stationery, home decor, and delightful oddities.
You can also ask our friendly staff about ordering your own custom letterpress printing and joining in seasonal and monthly activities, workshops, and open houses!
Sail New York Harbor
The 2026 Schooner Pioneer Season is Now Posted!
Get your ticket today to sail aboard the one-of-a-kind National Register-listed schooner! Perfect for history buffs, maritime and sailing enthusiasts, romantics, or anyone who loves the water, a sail on the 1885 schooner Pioneer is an unforgettable way to experience New York City. You have the option to help the crew raise the sails or simply sit back and relax on deck while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and city skyline.
The Pioneer sailing season runs from May through October, but you can reserve tickets or book a private charter now to get ahead of the booking rush.
Featured Blog
A Taste of History
Foodie Finds in the Archives
The Museum’s Archives and Special Collections Specialist, Elena Abou Mrad, put together a feast of historical documents, ephemera, photographs, and rare books connected to food and cooking from our collections and archives.
From an 1891 recipe for chocolate cake to a 1972 casserole made entirely of canned food, we’ve got you covered. Click below to read the latest Collections Chronicles bog post.
