What a museum this is! The campus consists of a working boat yard, lots of boats, a village made up of many buildings moved from other parts of New England, several exhibits (museums), and even a Planetarium. They tickets are good for two consecutive days, and there is a reason for that - so much to see. We ran of steam when we got to the exhibits, but managed to see a few.
The Boatyard
They are currently working on the Mayflower II. It is normally on display in Plymouth MA but has been there for reconditioning, removing one board at a time and then replacing it before moving to the next.
The Boats
We took ride on the river in The Liberty, a former US Navy boat last used in Afghanistan, to see the Museum from the water.
The Sabino, Steam Ship still operating using coal
The Coal Shed
Captain Charles Morgan's Whaler, built in 1841
The Captain's Quarters
The Boatman's Quarters - quite a difference
Bringing in the main sail - I wouldn't want that job!
The Village
From the Oyster House - in case you didn't know
The Vikings Begin - al helmet used in battle
Figureheads (Ship Bow Carvings)
Shoreline views
Paddle boarding has gotten popular - even a dog
It was an exhausting but enjoyable day!
Then is was New London CT
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