I was visiting family in CT and they wanted to bring me here. Upon entrance, staff were very…read morefriendly and helpful with schedules and must sees. I immediately noticed a newfoundland safety rescue presentation and couldn't miss it. There were at least 10 dogs set up for various rescue scenes. It was interactive for children and a sight for dog lovers. Pets and slobber came free. The village experience was interesting, the ship tour and interactive chant/rope pull was also fun to watch. Food was delectable even if water just couldn't stay cold in the heat. We missed the boat ride by a couple minutes so caught the newfoundland show again (not the least bit mad). I'm a little old for a late night Lego movie, but the set up would be perfect for children! I can't wait to go back with the younger kids in our family.

This maritime museum is huge, sitting on a 19-acre piece of land. It is immersive, recreating a…read more19th century seafaring village. Entrance fee is $35 for adults and $33 for seniors. They have flexible re-entry so you can go out and come back if you want to eat or do some things outside. You can see a fully operational shipyard, restored coastal village with some shops open and with active staff telling you about the crafts and other facts about the area: blacksmiths, printers, woodcarvers, etc. You should wear comfortable shoes since you will do a lot of walking on dirt roads, gravel, and wooden docks. The gift shop has shirts, sweaters, books, magnets, mugs, caps, and many other items. There are also places where you can eat here. Parking space is ample on the other side of the road (across the museum). The museum is interesting especially if you want to learn about maritime history and life back in the day. Shops are different; however, there can be a feeling of repetition after visiting one shop after the other.

Had free day and chance to utilize MPMRC membership for a wampum history and bracelet making event…read more Event was great to see the Gifts of the Ocean exhibit, discuss wampum history with Matthew Pina and then also make a bracelet within the art room at KTJ. Overall great experience and would recommend some of the classes for anyone interested to have a little artistic fun while here in Mystic!

Small, but lovely museum in Mystic, CT. I got to see the "Printmaking and the Unconventional…read morePathways of African American Artists" exhibit which was awesome. Highly recommended. Admission is only $10.

Great programs for adults and kiddos! Beautiful trails and friendly staff. We've love it here.read more

Great place for kids and hikers. Educational and great summer camp activities. Wonderful preschoolread more

Dear Yelp, Stopped here on our way to Mystic. What a great…read moremuseum! We enjoyed the self guided tour of the USS Nautilus. Everyone was more than willing to answer questions. Free to enter, donations appreciated. Love, Nicole

Easy to find. Plenty of parking. They do suggest a donation but it is free…read more The museum is not huge but it's a nice walk with an upstairs area as well. They also have a small gift shop inside and the prices were pretty decent. The best part is outside you can go in an actual submarine. It's incredible how people have spent months inside these small quarters. Definitely suggest walking through it. Also, when I was there, there was a small flea market in the back parking lot. Some really nice items there too. Nice day trip for me.

Mrs. K. and I were not interested in actually going inside the museum or in climbing to the top of…read morethis lighthouse. But wow, we were very interested in seeing, walking around it, enjoying the view of the Sound that you can see from here. This structure was built in 1840 to replace an earlier one from 1823 that succumbed to shoreline erosion, it was crafted from large granite blocks, some salvaged from its predecessor. The tower itself is octagonal and 35 feet tall, attached to a 1 1/2 story keeper's house. Initially lit by an oil lamp and eight parabolic reflectors, it was upgraded to a sixth-order Fresnel lens in 1856 - a leap forward in lighthouse technology. But by 1889, its light was extinguished, replaced by newer beacons on the harbor breakwaters. Its second life began in 1925, when the Stonington Historical Society purchased it for $3,650 and transformed it into what's believed to be the nation's first lighthouse museum. Since then, it's become a repository of local maritime and agricultural history, with exhibits ranging from sea captains' treasures to artifacts from the British bombardment of 1814, including a cannonball embedded in a hearthstone and a rare Congreve rocket. The museum doesn't have its own parking lot but you can park nearby if it's not too busy. Stonington Point and the Dubois Beach have a small lot and it's nice there. If you're passing by on I-95, this is only 20 minutes off the highway. Take the time to detour and check this out. Even if it's not season and the museum is closed, walking around is free. [Review 1071 of 2025 - 124 in Connecticut - 24625 overall]

Very nice small, local museum. Exhibits are varied. War, slavery, whaling, local life. Three rooms…read moreon ground floor, one small upper space that is under renovation and the tower. During our visit the fresnel lens was in a crate on the 2nd level. The staircase to the light housing is narrow and two-way. The ladder to the top is sturdy but takes a bit of maneuvering to get on the platform. Area holds ~ four people and is quite warm. The one employee answered our many questions. They offer senior, first responder and veteran discounts on entry. The museum is air conditioned. A good stop while in the area.

I had a great experience at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. The museum does an…read moreexcellent job presenting the history and culture of the Pequot people through detailed exhibits, artifacts, couple of films, and interactive displays. I especially enjoyed learning about the region's Native American history and how thoughtfully the exhibits were organized. I will say that I did find myself walking through some parts more than once - it could just be me not being able to find my way around easily, but I didn't find it easy or intuitive to navigate. The Pequot village was definitely my favorite part. Walking through the recreated village felt immersive and realistic, and it really brought the history to life in a meaningful way - especially listening to the audio guide. The attention to detail made it easy to imagine what daily life may have been like centuries ago. Overall, it was an educational and memorable visit -- 4 out of 5 stars!

Always learning something new at the MPMRC! Came in for "The Art of Storytelling" which was a great…read moreexperience with one of the amazing educators as she told two stories at the gathering place. Once finished had plenty of time to view the exhibits, watch the educational movies and explore the museum in its entirety. If you are ever in the area, ensure to stop in for a visit!

This famous house museum is a must see in the area. Wonderful reenactments, a view of the harbor,…read moreand a house that feels like it was left untouched after the original owners left it. Because it is a "living" house museum, everything looks like it was recently used which makes the place really come alive. The staff here are dedicated to their work and it adds the finishing touches on an already incredible experience. Fun fact - did you know there were over 10 different types of spoons used at a typical dinner service?

Wow- Molly gave us the best tour of this house that really brings you back in time. It's a great…read morething to do if you are in the area.

For this visit to Watch Hill lighthouse in RI we were able to visit the small museum adjacent . We…read morevisited on a weekday in mid July 2026. The staff was very knowledgeable and happy to answer all questions about the lighthouse and area history. While you cannot go into the lighthouse, the grounds are free to roam around. There is no fee for the museum. The road to get to the lighthouse is private and filled with grand homes, so there are no cars allowed. We parked in the town center and walked about 12 mins. Easy walk. Our walk back we checked out the carousel and the many stores and restauarants in the town center. Beatiful views surround.

Lovely beautiful amazing Worth the little walk senior…read morecitizens get to drive up and I like that!! Views are immaculate Homes are beautiful

Wonderful smaller musuem; you can see just about everything in a few hours. I took advantage of a…read morerainy morning while my friend ran errands to check out a couple of the exhibits here. DON'T miss the Tiffany exhibit, some great pieces of his glass AND paintings, and very interesting family history as well. My plan was to see the Tiffany works, but the wonderful surprise (to me...) was the "Exquisite Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist" exhibit showcasing the EXTREMELY detailed works this talented couple and their AMAZING, tiny still lifes, landscapes, and just about everything in the tiniest detail. VERY interesting!! Great diversity of offerings for a smaller/mid-size museum. Thought I could see "everything" in a couple of hours, but ran out of time and will have to plan a return visit. Beautiful building, well-laid out exhibits, friendly staff... VERY worthwhile to visit if you're in the area!!

A great museum able to see all in a couple of hours Many…read morefriendly hosts September is a great time to visit