Hull Lifesaving Museum

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1117 Nantasket Ave
Hull, MA 02045
The museum (HLM) is located in the original 1889 Lifesaving Station with views of Boston's outer harbor and islands; Boston Light, the first lighthouse built in North America stands tall offshore. The permanent collection chronicles the history of the lifesavers who risked their lives to save fellow mariners in peril along the rocky coast. Check out the lifesaving surf boat "Nantasket" on display in the "boat room" along with many artifacts, photos and charts. Book a tour of the museum with the peninsula's most informed docent. HLM boasts its famous, juried "Sea & Sky art exhibit in late winter, a 42-year tradition. Children's summer programs center on marine life, boat safety, and community building is an annual favorite. The museum also features a delightful gift shop offering exceptional items for adults and children. HLM is accessible by car (free parking) and by boat (Boston to Hull is 22 minutes.) Become a Member today to receive all the benefits!

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4.510 reviews
Hugh And Christine B.
3/22/2025

Wonderful small museum with a big story!! DJ is an excellent tour guide...knowledgeable and personable.

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Kai L.
8/17/2024

Located in an old Coast Guard Station, this museum chronicles how the US Coast Guard came to be. It has two floors - 1st main exhibits & 2nd/attic floor children's play area. The tour guide DJ...

Richard G.
1/31/2025

Outstanding museum. Fantastic tour by DJ - really brought it all to life. The brave souls that rescued shipwrecked sailors in our own backyard (Boston Harbor and associated waters) need to be...

Chi M.
2/24/2024

We are new to Hull and were given a pair of wine glasses from the Hull Lifesaving Museum as welcome gifts. Our curiosity was sparked. We brought kids (7and 8) and were asked if we wanted a guided...

Denise C.
10/21/2023

The museum offers a variety of activities from lectures, displays, forums on current and historic topics, to tons of interactive nautical related programs. The museum itself is a great location...

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