Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum

Museum · Sag Harbor

Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum

Museum · Sag Harbor

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200 Main St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

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Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum by null
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Highlights

Tucked in an 1845 Greek Revival mansion, this quaint museum showcases whaling history and local artifacts, making it a charming gem in Sag Harbor.  

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200 Main St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963 Get directions

sagharborwhalingmuseum.org
@sagharborwhalingmuseum

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200 Main St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963 Get directions

+1 631 725 0770
sagharborwhalingmuseum.org
@sagharborwhalingmuseum

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Jul 11, 2025

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"History buffs can learn more about the destination’s fascinating whaling history at the Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum. Housed inside an 1845-era building right on Main Street, the museum is home to a vast collection of historical objects along with more contemporary exhibits." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Google
I love this museum it's such an easy walk from the main street less than 10 minutes. The staff is nice and they have a good selection of photographs, historical items and history with native Americans and whaling.

Lisa Karoon

Google
It was a wonderful experience to learn about whaling on Long Island . I think all ages can enjoy this memorable place.

Will Edwards

Google
Very cool! I love visiting the museum and all its events 😄🥰

Whatsa MyName

Google
Loved the entire museum, especially the current exhibit on influential women of Sag Harbor. The museum is small but packed with interesting information, so allow time to read and consider.

James Carroll

Google
Went to the museum on the first day it opened. It was awesome and the staff was outstanding. Just wanted us to know everything which made it great. Loved the stories about the graffiti on the whale bones. Really a gem.

Tony Korec

Google
An awesome little museum. I love the letters signed by George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. It gives you a true sense of the historic nature of Sag Harbor.

Donna Lehigh

Google
I really enjoyed visiting this museum and learning about the history of whaling in this area. They have a whaling boat on display outside. Nice small gift shop with very reasonable prices. The museum has alot of displays and pictures. Plus they offer nice clean restrooms inside the museum.

Kathryne Edwards

Google
I really love everything about this museum especially their current show where they showcased student artwork from South Africa! Additionally I really enjoyed exploring all of the amazingly preserved relics that speak volumes of the history of Sag Harbor. The staff were also extremely welcoming, especially Jen’s knowledge of the different relics and town’s diverse history! I will definitely venture here again when I visit Long Island and highly recommend you explore everything this museum has to offer!

Drea W.

Yelp
A good little museum in town. It's not very large, but it can keep you occupied for a good hour. It's a nice place to cool off in the summer after walking the town. They have artifacts and you can spend time reading about certain things, taking pictures and asking questions. The museum is small, but it's expected in a small town. I went alone, so I wouldn't go back alone, it's one of those things, you've seen it once, you don't need to go back. If one of my friends wanted to go, I definitely would go with them.

Jonathan R.

Yelp
Visited with two kids under 10 in the summertime, 2019. The museum was cute, clean, and a decent spot to cool off for a bit on a hot day. They have a rudimentary "treasure hunt" to make it tolerable for the little ones. Certainly not worth a stand-alone trip obviously, but if you're looking for things to do while (already) in Sag Harbor the whaling museum is a fine 30-40 minute stop.

Eric C.

Yelp
Wasn't a lot of historical options within walking distance of the marina and we wanted to give this museum a look. $8 a piece and saw a couple whale bones, a few tools and some paintings. I'd think a name change would make it more clear it's a Sag Harbor museum. And it's a small one at that, you'd think they could find more local whaling items rather than some old cloths, a typewriter and kids toys.

John K.

Yelp
I have to admit I didn't get the name quite right.It's the Whaling Museum.Good little historic museum in Sag Harbor focused on , yes, whaling.The house is interesting.Make a point of looking up the stairway !