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Visit the Museum
Wednesday–Sunday, 11am–5pm

Sail New York Harbor
Daytime Sails, Saturday and Sunday

Take a Tugboat Ride
Saturday and Sunday

See New York from the Water
Sunset Sails, Wednesday–Saturday

Explore the Letterpress Print Shop
Wednesday–Sunday

Tour Historic Ship
Wednesday–Sunday

Explore the Collection Online
Anytime

This Week

1885 Tall Ship Wavertree

Visit the flagship of the Museum’s fleet and learn how people worked and lived aboard a 19th century cargo sailing vessel—from the captain to the ship’s officers, cooks, and crew.

W.O. Decker Ride

Ride on the only surviving example of a New York-built wooden tugboat that invites you aboard for a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience a golden age of seafaring.

Summer Launch

You’re invited to the annual Summer Launch celebration! Join us for remarks aboard Wavertree and the ceremonial ringing of the Ambrose bell to mark the opening day of the 2023 Sailing Season of the Museum’s historic vessels Pioneer and W.O. Decker.

Print Your Own Stationery

Celebrate the rich legacy of Bowne & Co. in new hands-on workshops! Sign up today for an immersive program where you can work together with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of stationery—from start to finish.

South Street and the Rise of New York

Explore the critical role played by the Seaport and South Street in securing New York’s place as America’s largest city and its rise to become the world’s busiest port by the start of the 20th century.

Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle

Discover maritime-themed art by Eric Carle, the beloved creator of picture books for young children, and step into his works with huge immersive murals and activities.

Pioneer Sunset Sail

As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, step aboard a beautifully restored historic vessel and watch in awe as the city that never sleeps comes alive with a mesmerizing display of color and light.

A schooner sailing in front of the Statue of Liberty.

Pioneer Daytime Sail

This exciting excursion offers an unparalleled opportunity to take in New York’s iconic skyline and rich historical treasures from a whole new perspective.

Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900–1914

Examine, side-by-side, the dichotomy between First Class and Third Class passengers aboard ocean liners of the early 20th century.

Looking Through the Archives

Blog Post: History and care of photographic slides.

1908 Lightship Ambrose

Tour multiple decks of this National Historic Landmark to see the living and working spaces once inhabited by sailors, as well as the special features that allow the ship to fulfill its mission. Tours are free with a General Admission tickets but selection of timed-entry is required.

General Admission

General Admission tickets are Pay What You Wish during all regular open hours Wed–Sun, 11am–5pm. You are invited to decide what valuation is right for you—take advantage of free in-person admission, the full ticket price, or name your price of anything in between.

Family Activity Weekends

Free hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit.