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​Fall Hours In Effect Thurs-Sunday, 11-4pm.
Advance tickets encouraged. Programs ongoing! 

WHAT'S NEW

Maritime Heritage Festival
Join events for adults & kids all October.

Events

Music Trivia Night
Whale songs, Mozart, Beatles, Broadway, Beyonce, more!

Events

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WE TURNED 85 THIS YEAR. JUMP IN!

Fall Walking Tours

Discover the historic & and haunted sides to Cold Spring Harbor with walking tours all October. 

Events

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5 Things You Didn't Know About Whale Flippers

Our latest blog post. 

Blog

Juried Art Exhibit 10x10x85

From Oct - Dec 2021, visit our juried exhibition of incredibly creative pieces by local artists celebrating the Museum's 85th anniversary. All art is for sale, and supports both the artist and the museum.
Opening Reception Oct 17, 12-1pm

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We are the only museum in the world open year-round which explores the whaling history of the Long Island region.

► New & Vintage Items

Be sure to visit our gift shop for unique nautical items

Gift Shop

► FIRST WHALERS

Visit & explore the maritime heritage of the Shinnecock.

Special Exhibit

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This place is great. Such a treasure in a cute town. So educational, my kids had no idea of the whaling history in the area and the importance of conservation."   Matt K.