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"Neptune's Orchestra"

Listen to the powerful and enduring ways the sea has inspired the sounds of 19th- and early 20th-century America in Mystic Seaport’s latest exhibit, “Neptune’s Orchestra.” Through historic footage, artwork, and songs, discover how music of the sea has been used as a means of expression and identity. Hear live performances by Museum musicians and then make your own music. For more, visit Mystic Seaport website>

Restoring an icon:  the Charles W. Morgan

The last all-wooden whaleship in the world, Charles W. Morgan has been Mystic Seaport’s signature tall ship since 1941. Now, she’s getting a facelift – exposing the hull of the ship, which hasn’t been seen for decades. For more about the Morgan and her restoration, visit the Mystic Seaport website>

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Tall Ships and Vessels

Mystic Seaport is home to four national historic landmark ships, including the Sabino – a more than 100-year old coal-fired steamboat that you can still ride or short cruises up and down the Mystic River. More on Mystic Seaport’s website>

19th Century Seafaring Village

30 historic shops imported from around New England line the dock on Mystic Seaport’s 19-acre riverfront home. Museum educators and roleplayers teach you about each building’s role in a coastal community, and exhibit some 19th-century trades. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

Treworgy Planetarium

The stars were an important part of any 19th-century mariners life, and shows on navigation and much more an an equally important part of the Mystic Seaport experience. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

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Don’t miss the Mystic River Scale Model, the wood-panelled Benjamin F. Packard cabins, the Preservation Shipyard and more. Visit Mystic Seaport website for more details>

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