The Herreshoff Marine Museum Lecture Series presents

"Human Exploration of the Deep Sea:

a History of 20th and 21st Century Deep Ocean Exploration"

by Dr. Mike Coffin, PhD

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Virtual & In-Person Tickets: $10-$20

OPEN HOUSE EVENT

May 25, 10am-5pm

FREE ADMISSION

Guided Tours

Sailing Demos

Family Activities

& More!

The America's Cup Hall of Fame Invites You to Join us as we Celebrate the

Golden Age of the Mighty J-Class

In the America's Cup

June 13, 2024 at The Sailing Museum

Tickets: $45

Upcoming Community Events

Open House

May 25, 2024 10:00 am

Virtual Model Room Tour

We are excited to bring you this web-based tour of the N.G.H. Model Room, courtesy of Halsey C. Herreshoff and supported by the HArT Recovery Program.

Latest Museum News

PRESS RELEASE: ACHoF Class of 2024 Announced 

The America’s Cup Hall of Fame to induct Josh Belsky, Bob Fisher, Kevin Shoebridge and Juan Vila.

VISIT

The Museum is currently closed for the winter season. Tours are available by appointment only. Contact us at tours@herreshoff.org to schedule a visit.

LEARN

Our range of programming for youth and adults, both on shore and on the water, make HMM a unique center for learning and historical perspective.

SUPPORT

Your support can make all the difference as we seek to preserve the Herreshoff legacy for marine & industrial innovation, and develop a sustainable institution.

Museum News

April 17, 2024

PRESS RELEASE: ACHoF Class of 2024 Announced

February 15, 2024

Worldwide Classic Boat Show

November 27, 2023

Reflections on 2023: A Year In Review

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Explore our Museum


America's Cup

Hall of Fame


The America's Cup Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to yachting's most distinguished competition.

Waterfront


Come by water and stay or walk our docks to experience the heart of the Rhode Island coastline.

Building 28


Building 28 was the home to the construction of a 37’ tall model of 1903 Herreshoff-built America’s Cup defender RELIANCE and continues to be a place of creation.

Hall of Boats


As a result of more than thirty-five years of careful documentation, acquisition and restoration, the Museum boasts over sixty significant boats.

Rebecca Chase Herreshoff Library


The primary research resource and repository of manuscripts of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company (1863-1945) and the Herreshoff family.

Herreshoff Events


From Lecture Series to Community Events, there is always something happening at the Herreshoff Marine Museum in Bristol.

Employment Opportunities


HMM has job openings available in retail, sailing and finance.

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Celebrating 50 Years

In 2021, the Herreshoff Marine Museum celebrated its Golden Jubilee — the 50th anniversary of its founding. Throughout 2021, the Museum celebrated five decades of preservation and interpretation of the world-renowned Herreshoff Manufacturing Company and its remarkable founders, brothers John and Nathanael (“Captain Nat”) Herreshoff. The Museum commemorated this yearlong anniversary with programming and special events engaging Herreshoff boat owners around the world, America’s Cup veterans and enthusiasts, and the maritime heritage community at large.

Tell Us Your Story!

With over 2,000 boats built, and many still sailing (or motoring) today, so many of us have stories to tell about our experiences aboard Herreshoff boats and with Herreshoff people. We want to hear yours! Long or short, written or recorded, use the link below to share your Herreshoff story with us.


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