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  • All Hands on Deck

    In the late 1990s, Patrick O’Brian’s bestselling historical novel series was destined for film with Master & Commander: The Far Side of the World. All Hands on Deck is Sofrin’s account of this voyage – a story of reinvention, hard work on the high seas, love, and of survival.

  • Wayfinding: How Humans Navigate the World

    Science journalist M. R. O’Connor traveled to the Arctic, Australia, and the South Pacific to talk to master navigators who find their way using environmental cues and to learn how they are trying to preserve these unique practices in the age of GPS. Along the way, she explores fascinating aspects of our species’ navigation faculties and how they are connected to our profound capacities for exploration, memory, and storytelling.

  • An Unnecessary Disaster

    • Collections
    • Exploration
    • Technology

    August 29 marked the 239th anniversary of one of the Royal Navy’s worst and most unnecessary disasters–the capsizing of the 108-gun first rate ship HMS Royal George. When the disaster occurred there were innumerable family members, merchants and other people on board visiting the crew. As a consequence, there were wide discrepancies in the number of reported fatalities.

  • Defending the Seas

    Explore the evolution of the US Navy and the importance of sea power to our nation’s strength.

  • A Head of Its Time

    A series of panels in the Museum's public restrooms exploring some aspect of making do at sea.

  • International Small Craft Center

    Discover a wide array of remarkable vessels from around the world.

  • Museum

  • African American US Medal Of Honor Recipients During The Civil War – Part I: US Navy

    • Black History
    • Military

    Many African American sailors served with distinction throughout the war, continuously demonstrating their skill and bravery during numerous engagements.

  • Where Santa Lives: Tour of the North Pole

    Saturday, December 10, 2022 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

  • Forsaking Hudson

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