The Mariners' Museum
World of the Seafarer
The Mariners' Museum is one of the largest and most comprehensive maritime history museums in the world and houses a treasure trove of more than 35,000 items inspired by human experiences. Located in Newport News, just a quick 20 minute drive from Williamsburg. The museum is situated in a scenic park surrounded by picturesque Lake Maury, with picnic areas and the 5-mile Noland Trail. The Museum Shop offers nautical gifts, books and memorabilia.
Explore the Mariners' Museum's internationally renowned collection of maritime artifacts, a treasure-trove of figureheads, hand-crafted ship models, over 150 small crafts from around the world and hundreds of artifacts recovered from the sunken Civil War ironclad USS Monitor on exhibit.
Hours: The Museum is open Mon. - Sat. from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5:00 p.m.and is located at 100 Museum Drive Newport News, VA
Admission: Adults $12.50; Children (age 6-17) $7.25; Children 5 & under free. Various discounts available. For more information call (757) 596-2222.
Contact Information
100 Museum Drive
Newport News, VA 23606
Phone: (757) 596-2222
Toll-Free: (800) 581-7245
