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    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Did you know that most museums have less than 10% of their collections on display at any given time? The Wisconsin Maritime Museum's collection contains over 85,000 historic artifacts, photographs, […]

  • Diving Deeper

    Cobia Specialty Tours
    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join submarine veteran Greg Miller on an in-depth tour aboard the USS COBIA! You can learn what it was really like living and working on a submarine with 80 other […]

  • Living History Tours aboard USS COBIA

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join us on Saturday, January 24th, for Living History Tours aboard USS COBIA! Members of the USS COBIA Living History Crew will be stationed throughout the submarine all day (10:00 […]

  • Nook & Cranny Tour Aboard USS COBIA

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Have you ever wanted to see or know more about USS COBIA than what is offered on the regular tour? Get a behind-the-scenes tour of our World War II era […]

  • Valenwine & Paint

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Looking for some cute Valentine's, Gal-entine's or Pal-entine's week ideas? Look no further! The Wisconsin Maritime Museum is partnering with Manitowoc's local art studio, Glaze and Paint for a casual […]

  • Diving Deeper Tour

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join submarine veteran Greg Miller on an in-depth tour aboard the USS COBIA! You can learn what it was really like living and working on a submarine with 80 other […]

  • Sensory Friendly Evening

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Museums are for everyone! Join us for a sensory-friendly evening designed for anyone looking for a more relaxed museum experience, no matter their age or ability level, as well as their caregivers and families. At this FREE event, you’ll have access to the Museum as well as an opportunity to take a sensory-friendly submarine tour […]

  • Think & Drink Series: The Peshtigo Fire

    Think & Drink
    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    We invite you to join us for our March Think & Drink program, where ecologist and research scientist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Jed Meunier, will take us […]

  • Nook & Cranny Tour Aboard USS COBIA

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Have you ever wanted to see or know more about USS COBIA than what is offered on the regular tour? Get a behind-the-scenes tour of our World War II era […]

  • Shipwrecks & Charcuterie

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Have you ever wondered how an artifact gets from the bottom of Lake Michigan to a display case in a museum exhibit? Join conservator Katie Linder for a discussion about […]

  • USS COBIA’s 83rd Birthday Party!

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join us on Saturday, March 28th, as we celebrate 83 years of USS Cobia. This annual “birthday party” is a community event, offering a full day of family-friendly fun, history, […]

  • Night at the Museum: Iceberg Ahead!

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Travel back to the dazzling era of ocean liners at Night at the Museum: Iceberg Ahead! This Titanic-inspired celebration transforms the Wisconsin Maritime Museum into a lively world of music, dancing, and maritime wonder. Sway to tunes on the dance floor, try your luck at the silent auction and raffle, sip on specialty cocktails, and […]

  • Nook & Cranny Tour

    Cobia Specialty Tours
    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Have you ever wanted to see or know more about USS Cobia than what is offered on the regular tour? Get a behind-the-scenes tour of our World War II era submarine and explore spaces not usually open to the general public with one of our knowledgeable guides! The cost is $45 for non-members and $40 for WMM […]

  • Diving Deeper Tour Aboard USS COBIA

    Cobia Specialty Tours
    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join submarine veteran Greg Miller on an in-depth tour aboard the USS COBIA! You can learn what it was really like living and working on a submarine with 80 other crewmembers for over two months at a time from someone who experienced a diesel boat just our very own COBIA. This two to three hour […]

  • Business Breakfast Series – Jeff Lovell

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Jeff Lovell serves as President of Leaders Rising Network, where he gets to build both the team and the systems that create real, measurable impact for his clients. And he is ready to share with you “The Five Voices Leaders Need to Hear and Listen to in Organizations” as you enjoy breakfast and networking here at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum.

  • Nook & Cranny Tour

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Have you ever wanted to see or know more about USS Cobia than what is offered on the regular tour? Get a behind-the-scenes tour of our World War II era submarine and explore spaces not usually open to the general public with one of our knowledgeable guides! The cost is $45 for non-members and $40 for WMM […]

  • Think & Drink Series: The Eastland Story

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    On July 24th, 1915, the SS Eastland was docked in the Chicago River, filled with thousands of Western Electric employees headed for a company picnic. In a matter of minutes, the “Speed Queen of the Lakes” capsized while still tied to the dock, resulting in the unfortunate deaths of 844 people. To this day, this was the […]

  • Midwestern Model Ship & Boats Contest

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Showcase your creativity at the Midwest’s longest-running model contest! We invite you to display your models and share your passion with fellow enthusiasts. For non-modelers, you can see the entries and talk to the modelers about their models! Museum admission is required. For more information about entering the contest, head to: https://www.wisconsinmaritime.org/.../midwestern-model.../

  • Diving Deeper Tour Aboard USS COBIA

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Join submarine veteran Greg Miller on an in-depth tour aboard the USS COBIA! You can learn what it was really like living and working on a submarine with 80 other crewmembers for over two months at a time from someone who experienced a diesel boat just our very own COBIA. This two to three hour […]

  • Think & Drink Series: Fatal Crossing – The Disappearance of NWA Flight 2501

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    On June 23rd, 1950, Northwest Airlines Flight 2501, carrying 58 passengers, vanished over Lake Michigan. Despite intensive searches at the time, the wreck was never found, and the cause of the disaster remained one of aviation’s greatest unsolved mysteries. Join author and historian Valerie van Heest, who will be presenting virtually, as she recounts her […]

  • Sensory Friendly Evening

    Wisconsin Maritime Museum

    Museums are for everyone! Join us for a sensory-friendly evening designed for anyone looking for a more relaxed museum experience, no matter their age or ability level, as well as their caregivers and families. At this FREE event, you’ll have access to the Museum as well as an opportunity to take a sensory-friendly submarine tour […]