We were delighted to welcome about 50 of Capt. Hank Garvin’s family and friends to a memorial ceremony and the unveiling of the museum’s display of Hank’s artifact collection. [...]
Hank Garvin left us all too suddenly in April, 2015. Hank was an icon to the Northeast diving community for over three decades. In that time, he captured countless photos of his dive expeditions [...]
Spring is just around the corner. And summer is not far behind.. The Maritime Museum is gearing up for another busy, fun and educational season. Our summer programs are shaping up for all ages. [...]
. Carole Bradshaw’s program on the Fortuna was postponed due to Blizzard Jonas. Her program has now been rescheduled to Friday, February 12. While public speaking is nothing new for Carole [...]
While public speaking is nothing new for Carole Bradshaw, becoming an author is. Over the years, she has told the Fortuna story to many organizations throughout New Jersey. When a routine walk on [...]
While studying New Jersey’s involvement in the Revolutionary War, I keep trying to imagine the real life of a New Jersey resident during that volatile time. New Jersey was not a politically [...]
July 13 is Discover Barnegat Light Day. This event is a great opportunity to visit the north end of LBI and to celebrate its rich maritime history. Whether you participate in the special day or [...]
You are invited to join us for our next presentation! Date: Friday, April 17 Time: 7 p.m. Guest Speaker: Gene Petersen RSVP: Reservations are required! Light refreshments will be served. An [...]
Upcoming Presentation: Guest Speaker: Trish Schuster – Horseshoe Crab; A Living Fossil – March 27
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The New Jersey Maritime Museum will be hosting the following presentation: What: Guest Speaker: Trish Schuster – Horseshoe Crab; A Living Fossil When: Friday, March 27, 7 p.m. [...]
Question: How can you lose a 500 foot steam freighter? Answer: Get lost while passing through the Bermuda Triangle. Not exciting enough? How about it was taken hostage by South Jersey mobsters [...]