Collections Highlights

Between Wind and Water The Museum's object collection contains approximately 32,000 items ranging in size from one-half inch to more than ninety feet and encompasses every conceivable type of object. learn more
The Figurehead Collection The Mariners' Museum's collection of ninety-two figureheads that once graced the bows of sailing ships comprises one of the largest figurehead collections in the world. learn more
Art of the Sea The Mariners' Museum features one of the finest collections of maritime art in the United States. The collection spans the Seventeenth to the late Twentieth century and includes many significant maritime artists and historical events. learn more
Ship Models The Mariners' Museum's collection of models is truly extraordinary. Included are one of the world's great collections of steamship builders' and boardroom models and the world-renowned creations of the preeminent model makers August and Winifred Crabtree. learn more
The Photography Collection The Photography collection consists of over 600,000 images that have given support for research, publications, and exhibits. learn more
Navigating & Scientific Instruments The Museum's collecion of navigatin instruments rates among the largest and best of the world's maritime museums. learn more