Upcoming Events
Teacher Appreciation Summer
May 15 – August 15, 2024
This summer all teachers and their families are invited to come to the National Maritime Museum for FREE!
You’ll be immersed in more than 80 interactive exhibits spanning 8 decks all designed to teach the importance
of the ecology, economy and history of the Gulf of Mexico. Please Come and Sea!
Combat to Commerce
July 26, 2024
Join us for the opening of a new exhibition!
“Combat to Commerce; A voyage through the Gulf of Mexico’s rich history of exploration, conflict and economics” features 14 finely detailed ship models representing the vessels that have worked and sailed in the Gulf of Mexico.
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day!
August 10, 2024
Join Brian Margavich, pharologist and lighthouse expert as he discusses a wide range of topics including lighthouse day marks, construction styles and how lighthouses worked before electricity. We will have special activities for the kids so bring the whole family and enjoy our seven decks of air-conditioned fun!
Blue Star Museums
May 18 – September 2, 2024
The National Maritime Museum is proud to be a part of the Blue Star Museums program this year offering free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Just bring a military ID and come and enjoy all the museum has to offer!
