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  • An Uplifting Story: Recovering Monitor’s Artifacts

    • Civil War
    • Conservation
    • USS Monitor

    On December 31, 1862, USS Monitor was caught in a storm and sank 16 nautical miles off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, in more than 230 feet of water. It is believed the vessel went down stern first, turning over so that its revolutionary 120-ton revolving gun turret separated and became pinned under the ship on the seafloor.

  • Empire of Ice and Stone

    Prepare for an edge-of-your-seat evening when Buddy Levy, a favorite guest speaker of The Mariners’ Evening Lecture Series, returns to share the true, harrowing story of the ill-fated 1913 Canadian Arctic Expedition.

  • Celebrating Black History Month

    From the individual hidden voices that are now being heard to the ancient kingdoms that populated the African continent, Black and African history is intertwined with incredible stories that illustrate both adversity and diversity.

  • More Hidden Histories Revealed

    After asking the community to help us gather full names and personal stories to bring recognition to these men, our understanding of the richness of our local, national, and global communities expanded greatly.

  • Gifts of Tribute

    Tribute and memorial gifts are a meaningful way to celebrate special occasions and remember loved ones while supporting the Museum and Park’s renowned collections, exhibitions, and educational programming.

  • The convict ship Success

  • The Greek Maritime Holiday Tradition of Karavakia!

    • Cultural Heritage

    The Greek tradition of Karavakia is the decorating of small boats during the Christmas season. It dates back to Greece’s ancient seafaring days.

  • Way Back Wednesday

  • Way Back Wednesday

  • Best Jigsaw Puzzle Ever

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