Acuario Marítimo de Gloucester

Experiencia fantástica: Small but well organized museum. Loved the schooner history and my 10 year old loved the touch tanks with crabs, class, starfish and more. Friendly and knowledgeable staff members, clearly passionate about ocean life and conservation. Had a great visit!

Experiencia fantástica: As I approached the adelle alone I wasn't unsure of what was in store for me. I was feeling kind of sad because of a break up I was going through and as I approached Captain Harold, he reassured me it was going to be a great day... and it was.

Experiencia fantástica: We had my daughter’s wedding welcome party on the dock here on July 4th. Perfect location and blessed with perfect weather. We used the tent provided, hired a caterer, rented a PA system (for music and toasts) along with tables/chairs, linens and string lights. We also set up a cornhole court which got a lot of play! Lovely evening! Lovely venue.

Experiencia fantástica: Good tour but felt the tour with a guide was somewhat short.

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing. Thr aquarium and touch tank was fantastic for the kids and the museum was really interesting.

Experiencia fantástica: Must do in Gloucester. Lots of history. Ask questions, and learn a lot. Staff is great.

Experiencia positiva: Typical seaport for small town fishing business. Quaint, historical, interesting, and authentic.

Experiencia fantástica: Oh my goodness it's beautiful there and so relaxing not just the maritime place because it was not open the whole place has history loved it

Experiencia fantástica: Nice small museum, very friendly

Experiencia positiva: Was ok. Not what we expected. But not everything is. So don't be put off by it. Lovely area

Experiencia fantástica: Boat builder very kind and spent a bit of time answering questions

Experiencia fantástica: Super cute museum. We went off-season and had the place to ourselves. This would be a great place to take children, super interactive, and lots to explore.

Experiencia fantástica: been there often - have even volunteered at some events - great place

Experiencia fantástica: Cool museum with a nice little interactive aquarium. Staff I'd very nice, and there is a good amount of parking. Nice little place to check out.

Experiencia positiva: great displays

Experiencia fantástica: Attended Docktoberfest 10/5. Great time. People were great.

Experiencia fantástica: Mended some nets up in Fair Haven day after labour day

Experiencia fantástica: I always visit Gloucester for the schooner festival. 10/10 recommend! Pictured: Dennis sulivan

Experiencia fantástica: Great place to visit especially with Heritage days festival! Go early.

Experiencia fantástica: Great place for adults and children. They have nice activities younger children would love

Experiencia fantástica: The kids enjoyed their time their,

Experiencia negativa: Pas grand chose à voir pour les adultes. Quelques activités pour les enfants

Experiencia fantástica: We loved our sail on the Isabella!!

Experiencia fantástica: It's a tiny aquarium with a few exhibits and bright docents. Perfect for young children.

Experiencia fantástica: Was here to visit the schooner Ardelle

Experiencia fantástica: Best little gem of a place to explore local history and understand our biosphere.

Experiencia fantástica: La historia cuenta que un congelador que fallaba fue la causa de que el Andréa Gail, un barco de pesca industrial, asignado en 1978, de origen panameño, de 22 metros de eslora y un tonelaje de 92, sucumbiera el 28 de octubre en el Atlántico norte, durante las celebraciones del Halloween de 1991… Décadas después Glousester volvió a la fama que da el cine, como el escenario de una tragedia que se dio a conocer, primero, como una novela de Sebastián Junger basada en hechos reales: “La Tormenta Perfecta”, -cuyos vientos de más de 150 km x hra destruyó caminos, embarcaciones y la vida de los tripulantes de el Andréa Gail… Así Gloucester recibe al viajante con una escultura que se yergue en una rotonda especialmente construida para ella y con estas palabras grabadas en su pedestal de roca: “THEY THAT GO DOWN TO THE SEA IN SHIPS 1623 - 1923” La escultura muestra a un marino encapuchado en su traje de faena con botas para trabajar en la cubierta de un pesquero, que ve hacia el horizonte, con sus brazos abiertos en 45 grados cada uno apoyado en sendas paletas del timón. Las plasticidad de la escultura nos permite comprender que va luchando por controlar la embarcación, al mantener levemente doblada su pierna derecha la cual se recarga con todo su peso sobre la base del timón. Esta rotonda, ornamentada con flores y una cadena de grandes eslabónes negros que suben y bajan, apoyada en postes equidistantes, le dan un carácter de veneración a todo el lugar, el cual es rematado por un semicírculo mucho mayor que sale hacia el Mar y rompe con la Monotonía del frente marítimo de la costera. Como escenario de fondo destacan las mansiones históricas de Gloucester de estilo clásico, cada una con uno o más balcones y terrazas, la mayoría de las cuales pintadas en blanco, con sus enormes tejados a dos o más aguas, en tonos diferenciados de grises. Esta composición le da a todo el lugar un carácter señorial. Y lo admiramos como una ciudad bella y sobria a la vez y no solo como un puerto de pesca industrial, sino como una gran comunidad de sólidos principios, con gran tradición histórica y orgullosa de ser el Puerto Pesquero más antiguo de Estados Unidos. Escenario de varias películas, como “Capitanes Intrépidos”, la ya citada “La Tormenta Perfecta” y “CODA”, y libros de relatos. Su población debe rebasar ya los 30,000 habitantes. Se encuentra en el Condado de Essex, Ma.

Experiencia fantástica: I love this museum, small but packed full of awesome information and the gentleman who works there is very smart and very informative about the area and the fishing business in general

Experiencia fantástica: Very helpful staff. More than just passing out a map. They are very courteous and kind and even took time to go to the window to point

Experiencia fantástica: Was amazing!

Experiencia fantástica: Great place to learn about Gloucester's maritime heritage. The schooners and marine railway are really neat. Excellent presentations throughout the winter, as well.

Experiencia fantástica: What a cool museum with so many awesome things like super rare lobster! They had a blue one and an orange one swimming around.

Experiencia fantástica: Justin is a outstanding book of local knowledge. Both history and science. Extremely friendly atmosphere.

Experiencia fantástica: Go, learn about the core of the area with with a well-curated collection of models, history, explanations, as well as the small aquarium collection representing local marsh and sea life. A gem.

Experiencia fantástica: Very nice experience for the grandchildren. They loved learning about the boats coming in and what everything was for.

Experiencia fantástica: Simply terrific local resource. Touch tanks are the consistent highlight.

Experiencia fantástica: Awesome place!!!

Experiencia fantástica: This place was so much for kids a little bit of an aquarium and museum. There were lots of things in the touch tank. We were in there for about two hrs.

Experiencia positiva: Very interesting tour, especially if you like ships and marine life. You also get to see wharf and building featured in the movie, "The Perfect Storm" where they unloaded first catch and filmed bar scenes and balcony scene. Thank you Director Mike DeCoster for your personable and kind tour!

Experiencia fantástica: So cool! Staff were super friendly and helpful, and the touch tanks were so fun :) The blue lobsters were an awesome surprise

Experiencia positiva: Free with a ticket to sail in the Ardell

Experiencia fantástica: Very nice people. Very informative BIRTHDAY party was going on Great idea

Experiencia fantástica: The updates that have been made are amazing! The touch tanks are now indoors. There were a variety of activities that are fun and informative. We have been visiting for years and will continue such a local gem.

Experiencia negativa: There is a (public?) Restroom here that used to be accessible but it seems that has changed since the door is now kept locked. Not sure what the reason is for the change but it is no longer available for just anyone to use. Considering the scarcity of public restrooms available in the area it certainly makes one feel unwelcome. Therefore I recommend anyone who would like to visit the surrounding area be aware that for the moment at least that public restrooms are not as public as you might be expecting. Hopefully, the shortsightedness of this decision will be recognized and corrected in a timely manner.

Experiencia fantástica: went here for my field trip, and went on a boat!! it was a really fun experience for me!! im actually about to go on a field trip here today!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely an amazing museum. Small, but full of information and history. The staff is very friendly and informative. Twelve dollars for an adult, but military is only eight. Other discounts as well.

Experiencia fantástica: Great museum full of nautical artifacts along with hands on learning.

Experiencia fantástica: Suggestivo...

Experiencia fantástica: The museum is small but has plenty of content to see. The museum historian is very friendly and helpful, he has tons of knowledge. Loved this museum and totally recommend it!

Experiencia fantástica: Great info on martime history in Gloucester. A must stop. Hand on aquarium awesome 2. Staff great

Experiencia fantástica: Senior $8, $8 each for 5 and 7 year olds. 3 levels, moderate size. Great for young children to learn about the ocean, whales and other sea creatures. Touch pool, with clams, crabs, starfish and periwinkles. See the 1 in 500 million blue lobster!

Experiencia positiva: We had a good time learning about the history of schooners ships and dory fishing. Micheal was filling in for the original tour guide, and he did a good job. Very personable and welcoming.

Experiencia fantástica: So me my mom and sister went to this place and everyone was super nice there was someone named Fran and he was super nice, he taught me how to do the rope thing, also there was something I read and apparently he said I was the first to read it of the year he talked about everything it was super fun

Experiencia fantástica: Loved it! Been wanting to go since I was a teenager! So much knowledge and history to be shared and learned! Worth it!

Experiencia fantástica: Be sure to see the Pocket Aquarium!

Experiencia fantástica: My family had so much fun at this place, probably out best stop in Massachusetts. Definitely a must see for the kiddos as they have a section they can learn and touch real ocean life

Experiencia positiva: Wonderful amenities to sit and eat your sandwich from Virgilos, The information provided on the boards is excellent, although they do need a bit of a refresh with the weather eroding them, wonderful to see the history of the area expressed so strongly, Gloucester is a true working town still

Experiencia fantástica: What a wonderful educational exhibit that supports STEM education for the community.

Experiencia fantástica: So many memories at this location, so I'm very biased. Just take a walk down the pier. See for yourself.

Experiencia positiva: Fun place!

Experiencia fantástica: We held our daughters wedding on the docks at the museum and it was Fairy Tale perfect! The weather cooperated as it was a clear day and pleasant evening with just a mild breeze. The space was awesome for several reasons. The stunning views and backdrop for pictures, the open area where we set up the bar a game area for Cornhole and the stage for the band. The band sets up inside the "ice house" which projects the sound primarily to the dance floor thus making it comfortable for non dancing guests to converse at their tables without music blasting the conversations. We used an event planner who works frequently with the Museum and she did a great job coordinating whatever was needed. This venue allows for more or less involvement by the bride depending on budget or preferences. My feeling is anyone can provide a nice ballroom but not many can provide stunning views of Gloucester's waterfront and a unique atmosphere that guest will remember and talk about for years.

Experiencia positiva: Small but very informative museum about the fishing industry.

Experiencia fantástica: Great little museum tucked back behind Fitz Hugh Lane house. Fun aquarium attached.

Experiencia fantástica: Awesome place

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful

Experiencia fantástica: So interesting, the history lesson was great.

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing touch tank with a knowledgeable staff! A must do in gloucester!!

Experiencia fantástica: Really cool historical venue and learning center.

Experiencia fantástica: So much information.... Small but great

Experiencia negativa: Very disappointing pay for it experience. I guess it is a donation for improvements. Gloucester will be celebrating 400 years & is renowned fishing, maritime location. There was 1 small level (2 rooms) of models and equipment. The word aquarium was painted so expecting more than 6 fish and some crabs. Few lobsters. Good side the young men in the aquarium area were friendly & knowledgeable about the aquatic life of the area.

Experiencia positiva: Museum is on the smaller side but pretty interesting. Includes admission to a small outside aquarium with a moderated touch pool full of fun local sea creatures. Outdoor dock tours also available. A fun 45m to an hour experience.

Experiencia fantástica: Took the family. Son wife 17 and 21 yo and spouse - VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE guide. Enjoyed it and all the information about the growth of fishing. Sad that the short staffing eliminated the aquarium.

Experiencia fantástica: Harbor Masters are friendly!!!! It’s beautiful and peaceful!! Dogs welcome!!

Experiencia fantástica: What a special place! The view all around the docks are unique and picturesque. An experience that will stay with you. Don't miss it!

Experiencia fantástica: Such nice lights to add joy to the season

Experiencia fantástica: The Waterfront is a great place to walk around, and take in the town.

Experiencia positiva: Great place to visit for the day. Plenty of shops and restaurants along the board walk. Also have whale watching and other boating excursions.

Experiencia fantástica: Was great seeing the history of the area.

Experiencia fantástica: Great Gloucester maritime history. We start our Taste Gloucester food tours right out front!

Experiencia fantástica: Good information. Very nice place.

Experiencia fantástica: If you vist Gloucester you need to stop here.

Experiencia positiva: I enjoyed this area a lot. Got to speak with a really nice gentleman at the diving locker. Thanks for the talk snd history.

Experiencia positiva: Interesting to learn some maritime history. The docent was knowledgeable and kind.

Experiencia fantástica: Lovely.

Experiencia fantástica: Very educational and enjoyable! Wonderful location with a large deck with interesting schooners and spectacular views of Gloucester Harbor!

Experiencia positiva: Very informative, lots of history.

Experiencia fantástica: Historic

Experiencia fantástica: A local gem, educational and interesting

Experiencia fantástica: What a neat place! Much more to see than it may seem when you first begin looking around!

Experiencia fantástica: You need stop by there great place

Experiencia fantástica: Very interesting history of Gloucester. We also went on the pinky schooner Ardelle for a 2 hour ride around the harbor. Loved seeing Hammond Castle from the water.

Experiencia positiva: Cool touch tank

Experiencia positiva: It's a cute little place, worth visiting once.

Experiencia fantástica: Maritime Gloucester was extremely fascinating..... I learned about different types of whales, global warming and how it affects this part of the Massachusetts coastline, other types of fish that have been coming back to the area because the waters are warming, as well as the lobster population dwindling because they thrive in colder waters..... Lobsters are all heading upto colder waters in Maine..... Anyway, I'd highly recommend this educational adventure as well as the Aquarium..... Great for kids! And very high tech with huge screens for for interactive learning....

Experiencia fantástica: The best Gloucester museum that I visited.

Experiencia fantástica: Great place to learn about the history and culture of Gloucester

Experiencia fantástica: Awesome place to explore! They have a rare 1 in a million blue lobster too!

Experiencia fantástica: Waterfront, harbor, lots to see.

Experiencia fantástica: Loved the aquarium part! The baby seahorses and Ray's are precious!

Experiencia fantástica: Awesome. God bless our soldiers and LEOs of all walks