Custom House Maritime Museum - New London Maritime Society — Attraction in New London

We heard good things so we were hoping to stop by and have a quick look before going back to the ferry with our baby. They won’t let you go through without a guide. I’m sure it’s more interesting when you can stop and hear the story of each exhibit since there’s nothing written down to read, just a collection of artifacts which is useless without the guide. I also guess we have to just take the guide’s word for all facts because there’s no corroborating evidence for anything they say. But either way we weren’t able to just walk through and take a look and it’s too much for us to hold our daughter for that amount of time and no room for a stroller so it’s not something that...

This is such a great museum who has really made it their mission to preserve maritime enthusiasm among many varied visitors. The director Susan is superbly accomodating, doing her very best to ensure that a remarkable time is had by all. She went far out of her way to arrange a Harbor light tour for me on the tail end of an amazing excursion out to Little Gull Island Lighthouse. Her young volunteer who showed me the harbor light was also a remarkable asset to the program. I had such a wonderful day rejoicing in a hobby I love because of the dedication to excellence of this amazing staff. Thank you to all who keep the New London Custom House...

Small maritime museum with an exhibit detailing the history of the Amistad slave rebellion. The ship was impounded here during the trail depicted in the movie. Fascinating exhibits of local lighthouses and nautical art, marlinspike craftsmanship, scrimshaw and examples of all the different knots, bends, and other ropework. Excellent ship models through out, particularily in the museum. Docent on hand to give tour and explain exhibits. Donation recommended. Please sign the guest log to demonstrate interest in the collection. Worthy of the...