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Location
Best time
Plan boat tours and ferry rides for weekends or summer season, as the Pohatcong II ferry to LBI only operates Saturday and Sunday outside of summer—check the ferry schedule before visiting to avoid disappointment.
Visitor tip
Start your visit by exploring the exhibits spread throughout the historic buildings, then climb the 3-story lighthouse for impressive views of the area. Budget 2-3 hours for a complete self-guided experience including the creek tour.
Visitor tip
The museum is well-suited for families with interactive craft stations, scavenger hunts (especially during holidays), and hands-on exhibits. The lighthouse is accessible via stairs and a spiral metal staircase, but the main areas have ramps and an elevator to the second floor.
About Tuckerton Seaport Museum
Maritime village, seaport & nature trail. Quaint maritime village, with 17 historic & recreated structures, a boardwalk & a wetlands trail.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Seaport Museum & Cultural Center
- Highlights
- Live aquatic displays, ferry eco-tours, creek tours, historic buildings, Jersey Shore Folklife Center
- Special Features
- Interactive exhibits, classes, group tours, artist demonstrations
What visitors say
Nice place! Home of the NJ Surfing Museum! Great lore across the displays including history, fishing, a giant ray catch... Nice cire feom the 3 story lighthouse. The Stewart's Root Beer next door is also excellent with lots of seafood…
A very pleasant museum and an absolute bargain for the low ticket price. I love that exhibits are spread throughout various historic buildings, so you get some lutt6bit if outdoor walking between each. The exhibits vary widely and put…
An amazing place to visit. So much things to see and learn while here. You can walk a boardwalk around the water and check out the mini museums with tons of history of the area. Theres free parking and restrooms along with food to…
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Did You Know?
- Home to the New Jersey Surfing Museum, a unique collection documenting the state's surfing heritage and history
- Features 17 historic and recreated structures throughout a recreated maritime village, allowing visitors to explore multiple exhibit spaces while walking outdoors
- Operates the Pohatcong II ferry and creek tours with narrated eco-tours departing from Lighthouse Dock, providing educational waterway exploration experiences
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