Events
Connecticut River Environmental Symposium
Join the Connecticut River Museum in its 50th Anniversary event at Wesleyan University! Celebrate the Connecticut River with the input and collaboration from many organizations to learn about its history, environment, conservation for future generations, and how the river connects us.
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June 30th 2024, 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Mariner Gallery, 267 Spring Street, Newport, RI Experience our world through the lens of Mariner Gallery’s roster of nationally renowned fine oil painters that will descend upon Newport the last weekend in June to draw inspiration from our iconic and historic community. These artists share a distinct yet harmonious mastery…
USS Monitor Legacy Program: Siege of Port Hudson
About the presentation: Port Hudson, Louisiana was a river port situated on high bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. This strategic position enabled the Confederacy to block Union transit up and down the river. From Admiral Farragut’s effort to pass the Confederate batteries to the town’s surrender on July 9, 1863, this river bastion’s capture is…
USS Monitor Legacy Program: The Battle of Mobile Bay
Join us at The Mariners' for our popular series, USS Monitor Legacy Program, that highlights the history and lasting impact of USS Monitor through a variety of public events in partnership with the NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS…
Door County Classic & Wooden Boat Show
Bring your crew, friends, and family for boating and fun on Sturgeon Bay’s historic working waterfront. On display at the Classic and Wooden Boat Show are beautiful boats to admire, some professionally built and maintained, others the work of talented amateurs, some boats are in the middle of restoration! Vessels range from canoes to kayaks,…
USS Monitor Legacy Program: The Master of Amphibious Operations: George Brinton McClellan
Join us at The Mariners' for our popular series, USS Monitor Legacy Program, that highlights the history and lasting impact of USS Monitor through a variety of public events in partnership with the NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS…
INTERNATIONAL GUILD OF KNOT TYERS NORTH AMERICAN CHAPTER PRESENTS THE ART AND CRAFT OF KNOT TYING
The Maritime Museum of San Diego’s mission is to serve as the community memory of our seafaring experiences by collecting, preserving, and presenting our rich maritime heritage and historic connections with the Pacific world. The Museum is proud to announce the International Guild of Knot Tyers…
USS Monitor Legacy Program: The Genius of John Ericsson
Join us at The Mariners' for our popular series, USS Monitor Legacy Program, that highlights the history and lasting impact of USS Monitor through a variety of public events in partnership with the NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS…
The 41st Schaefer International Marine Art Exhibition
The Center for American Marine Art is proud to present the 41st Schaefer International Marine Art Exhibition for one month only at The Sailing Museum in Newport, Rhode Island from October 11th through November 11th, 2024. The best contemporary marine art will be offered in the most important marine art exhibition of the decade. This…
Evening Lecture Series: Precious Cargo: The Amazing Collection at The Mariners’ Museum
About the lecture: The Mariners' Heritage Collection of 35,000 objects is one of the most regarded in the United States, and worldwide. Forbes will give guests an in-depth view of the Museum's Collection from his recent appearance at the International Congress of Maritime Museums in the Netherlands. This international look, combined with a personal perspective…
U.S. Navy Band Commodores in Concert
U.S. Navy Band Commodores in Concert at Mamaroneck High School on November 4, 2024 at 7:00pm This is a free concert for the community, General Admission but with ticket only. Secure your tickets here.https://usnavyband.ticketleap.com/2024-commodores-mamaroneck/
USS Monitor Legacy Program: The Guns of CSS Virginia
Join us at The Mariners' for our popular series, USS Monitor Legacy Program, that highlights the history and lasting impact of USS Monitor through a variety of public events in partnership with the NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS…
USS Monitor Legacy Program: City-Class Ironclads: The Pook Turtles
John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS Monitor, and the program will be in person and livestreamed from the Explorers Theater at the Museum. Attendees are welcome to send comments or questions to John, and he will answer them following his talk. Advance registration is…
Battle of Hampton Roads Commemoration Day
Spend a historic day with us as we partner with the NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary to commemorate the Battle of Hampton Roads and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Monitor’s designation as the nation’s first national marine sanctuary. Meet our Mariners’ Team and NOAA representatives, learn more about the pivotal battle, hear inspiring stories of…
Carolina Ironclads: Vain Efforts to Defend The Tar Heel State
The loss of the North Carolina Sounds prompted the Confederate Navy to begin the construction of four ironclads on the Roanoke, Tar, Neuse, and Cape Fear rivers. These shallow draft ironclads would mount two rifled guns. Only one ship, CSS Albemarle, would help to recapture eastern river ports. The others faced various setbacks: one was destroyed during…