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Holiday Happenings at The Mariners’

The holiday season is here, and The Mariners’ is joining the festivities! Whether you’re a part of our local community or visiting on vacation, we invite you to join us for some holiday cheer. Here are a few opportunities to include The Mariners’ in your merry memories:

Dates: Monday, November 11 – Wednesday, December 11

The Mariners’ annual toy drive is back! Help bring happiness and hope to a child this holiday season by donating to Toys for Tots. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child aged newborn to 11 on your next visit; toys for children eight and older are of particular need.

Don’t have a toy to bring? Stop by our Mariners’ Shop and purchase a special toy from our selection! Can’t bring a toy? Spread the word that The Mariners’ is a toy drop site! We hope you’ll join us in bringing holiday joy to as many children as possible this year.

Toys for Tots display in the Main Lobby

Dates: Sunday, December 1Saturday, December 7 • Saturday, December 14
Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Santa Claus is coming to The Mariners’! Bring your family and friends, and don’t forget your camera because you’ll want to capture the magic of this special morning. While you wait to take your picture with Santa, enjoy hot chocolate (or apple cider!), delicious cookies, and fun coloring activities. The holiday cheer kicks into high gear when Santa gathers everyone around for one of his favorite stories! 

Storytime with Santa will take place in the Museum’s Main Lobby. This family-friendly event is $1 and children three and younger are free. Museum admission is included with each ticket, and advance registration is required to ensure seating and supplies.

Santa reading a story as children gather around

Date: December 1

Museum Store Sunday is an annual shopping event that encourages everyone to support their local museum gift shops during the holiday season! The Mariners’ is participating again this year, and we’ve recently stocked the shop with new merch – just in time to curate your gift lists!

On December 1, every guest receives a 10 percent discount in Mariners’ Shop. From toys and stylish apparel to books and souvenirs inspired by The Mariners’ Collection, there are keepsakes and gifts galore in Mariners’ Shop.

The savings don’t stop there – Sunday, December 1 through Saturday, December 14, Mariners’ Museum Members enjoy 20 percent off on select items at our Mariners’ Shop (both in-store and online). Not a Mariners’ Member? Now is the perfect time to join! Maritime lover on your list? Give them the gift of membership! A membership not only offers wonderful benefits; it also helps foster a strong and vibrant community. Learn more on our membership page.

A family browsing Mariners’ Shop

It’s time to mark your calendars and include The Mariners’ in your holiday tradition this year! The Mariners’ is open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and is closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day. Museum admission is $1 per person, and Mariners’ Members and children three and younger are free.

For more information on holiday events, visit The Mariners’ events page.

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