Submarine Force Museum — Attraction in Groton

I had a great time. I went aboard the USS Nautilus and was both amazed by the complexity of the machine. I have always been interested in submarine technology and this boat, the first of its class was amazing in what it achieved. It was disappointing that only the front half of the boat was open at the time. However, I understand from one of the navy guys who was in attendance that it is likely that the machinery spaces and the reactor space are likely to be opened up in the not too distant future. The museum itself was interesting, smaller than I expected but nonetheless informative. I did however feel that the exhibits stopped in the early 2000s and they have been substantial developments in submarine...

We visited the Submarine Force Museum in Groton, CT yesterday and had an amazing experience. I went with my two young children, and we ended up on a private tour with Tom, a Navy veteran who served 25 years — including 10 years underwater on submarines! He was incredibly patient, kind with the kids, and full of fascinating knowledge about submarine life and history.

The museum itself is packed with interesting exhibits, and climbing aboard the USS Nautilus was a definite highlight. It really gives you a sense of what life was like below the surface. I highly recommend this museum — especially for families with curious and...

The Nautilus is difficult to visit if you are arthritic as I am so I didn't see all of it. But it's a well kept museum ship. The museum has a nice overview of the history of submarines. My one criticism is that the plaque next to the MK14 torpedo makes no mention of how terrible it was, it just gives the specs of how it was supposed to work, no mention that it didn't work for the first couple of...