COVID-19 Closure Update: The Mariners’ Museum is temporarily closed, but the Park and Noland Trail are open. MORE INFO.

Join best-selling author Eric Jay Dolin online for a thrilling evening as he tells the history of America through five hundred years of hurricanes.

Join historian John V. Quarstein as he gives a 30-minute virtual presentation about a redesigned ship that became the first ironclad with more than two gun turrets.

Join historian John V. Quarstein for a 30-minute virtual presentation on the origins of CSS Sumter and its role under the leadership of Commander Raphael Semmes.

Learn online about the many voyages of explorer Christopher Columbus with Ron Lewis, docent at The Mariners’ Museum. Lewis will serve as a guest speaker examining what Columbus actually discovered.

Explore online with Dan Wood, docent at The Mariners’ Museum, as he presents about the fascinating, yet strange stories about the many ironclads built in the mid-19th century.

Join The Mariner’s Museum and Park as it partners with the American Red Cross once again, serving as a host site for a much-needed blood drive. Save a life, give blood.

Tune in for a captivating evening with author and freelance journalist Buddy Levy as he tells of the incredible true story of one of the most harrowing adventures in the annals of polar exploration.

Follow online with Ron Lewis, docent at The Mariners’ Museum, as he presents on a popular exhibit that is considered the jewel of the Museum’s Collection.

Hear from SpaceX mission manager and author Andrew Rader on the history of human exploration and our unending desire to push beyond the boundaries.

Join award-winning TV commentator, producer, and America’s Cup host Tucker Thompson for a sneak peek into the next America’s Cup, sailing’s highest prize.

Situated on 550 acres of rolling woodlands, The Mariners' Park offers visitors a quiet and serene nature retreat. Whether taking a stroll or hike on our award-winning five-mile Noland Trail that surrounds the Mariners' Lake or enjoying a picnic at the famous Lions Bridge, every visit to this beautiful urban oasis will bring a new experience every time!

Turn a much-needed break into a fun, family activity. Take a walk around your neighborhood or look in your backyard for outdoor adventure. Send the kids on a pirate quest to discover “buried” treasures or challenge the kids to a game of Tree ID. Give quiet time a little twist with coloring pages created by The Mariners’ Museum to add to your kid’s art portfolio.

The Museum is filled with fascinating stories from our Collection, to our world-renowned experts, to our quirky personalities and passions. With investigation, innovation, and intrigue leading the way, our staff is determined to bring you authentic stories that will give you a deeper understanding into how we are all connected to the world’s waters. Connect with us, share a laugh or two, maybe even shed a tear, and enjoy the adventure!