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Victorian Games

Try out 19th century parlor games. 

Games

Online Exhibits

See how whaling sparked innovation in "Breaking Boundaries" and explore the experiences of whaling wives in "Heroines at the Helm."

Online Exhibits

Craft Videos Using Household Materials

Create TP Roll Animals, Thaumatrope, and more. 

Household Craft Videos

Recorded Lectures

A perk just for members - catch up on recent events.

Recorded Lectures

Collection Online

Peek at treasures in our archives!

Digital Collection

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 How Whaling Wives Coped with Isolation

How to Dissect a Whale

Looking for a break from the news? Enjoy a sensory exploration in one of our most popular blog posts.

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Nurses at Sea

Becoming ill is never fun. Becoming ill when away from home is worse. And becoming ill at sea on a whaling ship is the worst of all.

History of Quarantine

How NY & Long Island responded to past pandemics.