Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum

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200 Main St
Sag Harbor, NY 11963

The Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum, established in 1935, serves as a vital cultural touchstone for the East End of Long Island, showcasing an extensive collection of over 3,500 historical artifacts related to the rich maritime and commercial history of Sag Harbor. Housed in the iconic Neo-Gothic Benjamin Huntting House, the museum preserves and promotes the area's diverse heritage through permanent and changing exhibits, educational programs, and community events.

As a certified National Treasure, the museum not only recounts the local history but also engages visitors with initiatives such as free admission for local residents and expanded educational programming. With a commitment to creating community and preserving cultural narratives, the Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum continues to attract thousands of visitors each season, celebrating the unique history of this vibrant village.

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Drea W.
4/15/2023

A good little museum in town. It's not very large, but it can keep you occupied for a good hour. It's a nice place to cool off in the summer after walking the town. They have artifacts and you can...

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Jonathan R.
4/17/2021

Visited with two kids under 10 in the summertime, 2019. The museum was cute, clean, and a decent spot to cool off for a bit on a hot day. They have a rudimentary "treasure hunt" to make it...

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Eric C.
7/25/2019

Wasn't a lot of historical options within walking distance of the marina and we wanted to give this museum a look. $8 a piece and saw a couple whale bones, a few tools and some paintings. I'd...

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John K.
5/22/2014

I have to admit I didn't get the name quite right.It's the Whaling Museum.Good little historic museum in Sag Harbor focused on , yes, whaling.The house is interesting.Make a point of looking up...

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