About The Mariners' Museum and Park

Maritime history & the USS Monitor. Remains of the ironclad USS Monitor anchor this extensive museum exploring global maritime history.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Don't miss the International Small Craft Center - visitors specifically highlight this as a must-see exhibit featuring diverse and unique small boats that shouldn't be overlooked
• 💡Plan for a full visit - many first-time visitors are surprised by the museum's size. Budget at least 3-4 hours to explore the discovery age exhibits, ironclad displays, ship models, and preservation areas
• 💡At only $1 per ticket, this is an exceptional value for a large museum. Complement your visit by exploring the Mariners' Park, which is one of the nation's largest privately owned parks and is free and open to the public
• 💡Start your visit by heading right from the entrance to the ticket counter, then explore the discovery age exhibits before moving to the ironclad USS Monitor and CSS Virginia exhibits - this creates a logical historical flow
• 💡Participate in the scavenger hunt activity mentioned frequently by visitors - it's an engaging way to explore exhibits and works well for families with children

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