MAY Member-Supported Events
Crafternoons
May 1-31 I During Gallery Hours 11-4pm
Explore our exhibits and help yourself to seasonal, self-serve crafts in our workshop.
Free with admission ($6 Adults, $5 Kids/Seniors).
Members free.
May 1-31 I During Gallery Hours 11-4pm
Explore our exhibits and help yourself to seasonal, self-serve crafts in our workshop.
Free with admission ($6 Adults, $5 Kids/Seniors).
Members free.
Scrimshaw Detectives
May 1-31 I During Gallery Hours 11am-4pm
Calling private investigators! Spy around the museum and look for clues to uncover secret meanings hidden in scrimshaw art on display. When you complete your tasks, design and etch your own scrimshaw keepsake box to take home. One of our most popular crafts! Ages 5+.
This is a self-directed activity; explore at your own pace.
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
May 1-31 I During Gallery Hours 11am-4pm
Calling private investigators! Spy around the museum and look for clues to uncover secret meanings hidden in scrimshaw art on display. When you complete your tasks, design and etch your own scrimshaw keepsake box to take home. One of our most popular crafts! Ages 5+.
This is a self-directed activity; explore at your own pace.
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
Mother's Day Member Appreciation
May 7 & 8 I 11am - 4pm
Give your mom the gift of membership! This weekend only, current and new members can enjoy our popular Scrimshaw Detectives scavenger hunt experience for FREE. Up to 2 scavenger hunts per family membership.
May 7 & 8 I 11am - 4pm
Give your mom the gift of membership! This weekend only, current and new members can enjoy our popular Scrimshaw Detectives scavenger hunt experience for FREE. Up to 2 scavenger hunts per family membership.
VIRTUAL EVENT: Deliciously Fun Trivia!
May 12 I 7pm
Wok this way and join us for our bimonthly Trivia Night. This month, test your knowledge of foods ‘round the world, food moments in film and music, food logos, historic dishes, ingredients, cultural traditions, food in art, and more. Questions are mostly multiple choice and include photos, videos and audio clips. Participate solo or play as a team. Winner is Lord of the Fries!
$10 suggested donation.
Registration for this event is now closed.
May 12 I 7pm
Wok this way and join us for our bimonthly Trivia Night. This month, test your knowledge of foods ‘round the world, food moments in film and music, food logos, historic dishes, ingredients, cultural traditions, food in art, and more. Questions are mostly multiple choice and include photos, videos and audio clips. Participate solo or play as a team. Winner is Lord of the Fries!
$10 suggested donation.
Registration for this event is now closed.
NYS Certified - Safe Boating Course
May 14 & June 25 I 8:30am - 4:30pm
The Whaling Museum is hosting Safe Boating Courses for all students age 10 and older. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership to receive your boating certificate. This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate.
May 14 & June 25 I 8:30am - 4:30pm
The Whaling Museum is hosting Safe Boating Courses for all students age 10 and older. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership to receive your boating certificate. This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate.
The Whaling Museum's Inaugural Annual Golf Outing
May 16 I 9am start
We are excited to announce The Whaling Museum's first outing held on the stunning grounds of The Woodside Club, offering a day of excellent golfing, delicious food, and an opportunity to support a unique and important cultural gem of the Long Island.
May 16 I 9am start
We are excited to announce The Whaling Museum's first outing held on the stunning grounds of The Woodside Club, offering a day of excellent golfing, delicious food, and an opportunity to support a unique and important cultural gem of the Long Island.
Build-a-Boat Workshop
May 22 I DROP-IN 1-3pm
Come celebrate Maritime Heritage Day at the Whaling Museum! Adults & kids can drop in any time from 1-3pm to imagine, design and create unique wooden vessel models out of a variety of materials in this open-ended workshop. Go home with your creation!
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
May 22 I DROP-IN 1-3pm
Come celebrate Maritime Heritage Day at the Whaling Museum! Adults & kids can drop in any time from 1-3pm to imagine, design and create unique wooden vessel models out of a variety of materials in this open-ended workshop. Go home with your creation!
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
JUNE Member-Supported Events
Crafternoons
June 1-30 I During Gallery Hours 11-4pm
Explore our exhibits and help yourself to seasonal, self-serve crafts in our workshop.
Free with admission ($6 Adults, $5 Kids/Seniors).
Members free.
June 1-30 I During Gallery Hours 11-4pm
Explore our exhibits and help yourself to seasonal, self-serve crafts in our workshop.
Free with admission ($6 Adults, $5 Kids/Seniors).
Members free.
Pirate Quest
June 1-30 I During Gallery Hours 11am - 4pm
Ahoy mateys! Use a compass and a treasure map to solve puzzles and hunt for hidden treasure around the museum in this pirate-themed drop-in program. Complete your quest and decorate your very own treasure chest to take home.
This is a self-directed activity; explore at your own pace.
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
June 1-30 I During Gallery Hours 11am - 4pm
Ahoy mateys! Use a compass and a treasure map to solve puzzles and hunt for hidden treasure around the museum in this pirate-themed drop-in program. Complete your quest and decorate your very own treasure chest to take home.
This is a self-directed activity; explore at your own pace.
Admission + $10 participant; Members $5 participant.
Whales, Ales & Salty Tales
June 4I 2-5pm, Special VIP hour 1-2pm
Enjoy tastings of unique local beers, hear sea shanties, and see our exhibitions in our annual event.
*Sample over a dozen locally-made craft beer tastings and meet the brewers making your favorite beers
*Sing along to live sea shanties with Stuart Markus
*Tour our museum exhibits and gallery
*Take part in hourly Whale Tales, which explore the epic whaling story
*Stop by our workshop to hear Ale Tales from our local brewers
*The first 150 registrants will receive a commemorative tasting cup to keep.
*VIP Hour starts at 1 pm
*Designated Driver rate available.
This is a 21+ only EVENT WITH ID. No one will be admitted without valid photo ID, including designated drivers.
All ticket purchases are non-refundable. This tented event takes place rain or shine.
June 4I 2-5pm, Special VIP hour 1-2pm
Enjoy tastings of unique local beers, hear sea shanties, and see our exhibitions in our annual event.
*Sample over a dozen locally-made craft beer tastings and meet the brewers making your favorite beers
*Sing along to live sea shanties with Stuart Markus
*Tour our museum exhibits and gallery
*Take part in hourly Whale Tales, which explore the epic whaling story
*Stop by our workshop to hear Ale Tales from our local brewers
*The first 150 registrants will receive a commemorative tasting cup to keep.
*VIP Hour starts at 1 pm
*Designated Driver rate available.
This is a 21+ only EVENT WITH ID. No one will be admitted without valid photo ID, including designated drivers.
All ticket purchases are non-refundable. This tented event takes place rain or shine.
MEMBER GIFT - Father's Day Member Appreciation
June 18 &19 I During Gallery Hours 11am - 4pm
Come celebrate father's day exploring the museum's exhibits. During this weekend only, current and new members can enjoy our Pirate Quest scavenger hunt and craft experience for FREE. Up to 2 scavenger hunts per family membership.
June 18 &19 I During Gallery Hours 11am - 4pm
Come celebrate father's day exploring the museum's exhibits. During this weekend only, current and new members can enjoy our Pirate Quest scavenger hunt and craft experience for FREE. Up to 2 scavenger hunts per family membership.
NYS Certified - Safe Boating Course
June 25 I 8:30am - 4:30pm
The Whaling Museum is hosting Safe Boating Courses for all students age 10 and older. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership to receive your boating certificate. This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate.
June 25 I 8:30am - 4:30pm
The Whaling Museum is hosting Safe Boating Courses for all students age 10 and older. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership to receive your boating certificate. This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate.
Huntington Camp
June 27 - July 1 I 9am - 12pm
NEW! Join us each day at a different museum to create amazing projects, explore local history and art, and make friends as kids get the best of Huntington's cultural museums! Ages 7-12 | $220 Non Members, $200 Members (Member rate available from any participating org.)
June 27 - July 1 I 9am - 12pm
NEW! Join us each day at a different museum to create amazing projects, explore local history and art, and make friends as kids get the best of Huntington's cultural museums! Ages 7-12 | $220 Non Members, $200 Members (Member rate available from any participating org.)
More Upcoming Spring Events
Suffolk County Seaglass Festival on Sunday August 7th.
Special Thanks to...
Special Thanks to...
- Our members!
- Public funding provided by NYSCA, HumanitiesNY, and Suffolk County Office of Film & Cultural Affairs.
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The Museum is glad to make reasonable accommodations to its programs for visitors with special needs. Please contact our Curator of Education at least one week prior to your visit.
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There's nothing like checking out the Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor. Very educational." |
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