Programs and Events
Family Overnight
8/3/19
Spend the night aboard our real World War II submarine! This special overnight is meant for small groups or families. Please see the Submarine Overnights page for more details or email overnight@wisconsinmaritime.org.
Smithsonian Saturday
10:00am - 11:00am
Watch a featured Smithsonian Channel documentary on a variety of topics on Smithsonian Saturdays.
ROVs at the Library
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Did you know archaeologists use robots to explore shipwrecks? Build and test your own ROV at the library.
Educator Open House
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Before the school year kicks off, we invite teachers to join us for a free drink with our Education staff.
Sensory Storytime
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join education staff for an interactive storytime that is suitable for sailors of all abilities.
Cigar Smoker
8/14/19
Join us on the roof deck for our 5th Annual Cigar Smoker with food, drinks, entertainment and more!
Watershed Ambassador Camp
08/14 8:00am - 08/16 5:00pm
This camp will be focused on all things water. Field trips include the Collins Marsh, Woodland Dunes, Blue Rail Beach and the Manitowoc Wastewater Utilities! Campers will experience kayaking, fish dissection, invasive species, swimming and ending the week with a fish fry!
Saturday Learning Series
11:00am - 12:00pm
Our Saturday Learning Series presents lectures, workshops, movie screenings and more on a regular basis.
Sketching the Collection
11:00am - 12:00pm
Sketch rarely seen objects from our collection with a teaching artist.
Smithsonian Saturday
10:00am - 11:00am
Watch a featured Smithsonian Channel documentary on a variety of topics on Smithsonian Saturdays.
Historic Naval Ships Association Conference
9/17/19
Annual conference for historic Naval Ship museum professionals.
Smithsonian Saturday
10:00am - 11:00am
Watch a featured Smithsonian Channel documentary on a variety of topics on Smithsonian Saturdays.
Haunted Sub & Pub!
10/18 - 10/19
Are you brave enough to take a haunted tour of USS Cobia? $8 per person and includes indoor waiting!
Haunted Sub Overnight
10/19/19
Have a ghastly good time during this overnight stay on our 'haunted' submarine. Hear ghostly tales from the Great Lakes and perhaps leave with a hair-raising experience of your own…
Saturday Learning Series
11:00am - 12:00pm
Our Saturday Learning Series presents lectures, workshops, movie screenings and more on a regular basis.
Maritime Graveyard Tour
8:00pm - 9:30pm
This walking tour will focus on Great Lakes maritime people who lived and died right here in Manitowoc.
MariCrime Mystery Dinner
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Enjoy a tasty meal and open bar while solving a crime on the high seas at this mystery dinner theater.
Science Club
8:00am - 5:00pm
WMM Science Club will meet weekly. Prepare for experiments, competitions and lots of fun.
Girl Scout Brownies Love Water Day: Fall 2019
9:30am - 3:30pm
Discover the wonders of water! Learn how water connects people all over the world. Be inspired to lead your family and friends as water advocates.
WMM Members Travel
11/9/19
We're going on a trip! This overnight trip is an exclusive benefit for museum members.
Gilmore Dollar Day
11/11/19
Have you seen the Gilmore Dollar exhibit at the museum? Our Submarine Curator shares its thrilling story with all visitors.
Smithsonian Saturday
10:00am - 11:00am
Watch a featured Smithsonian Channel documentary on a variety of topics on Smithsonian Saturdays.
Saturday Learning Series
11:00am - 12:00pm
Our Saturday Learning Series presents lectures, workshops, movie screenings and more on a regular basis.
Operation Santa
12/7/19
A special overnight event for children and families of deployed military personnel.
Sensory Friendly Morning
8:00am - 9:00am
Visitors of all abilities are invited to explore our exhibits and submarine in an inclusive environment!
Saturday Learning Series
11:00am - 12:00pm
Our Saturday Learning Series presents lectures, workshops, movie screenings and more on a regular basis.
Smithsonian Saturday
10:00am - 11:00am
Watch a featured Smithsonian Channel documentary on a variety of topics on Smithsonian Saturdays.
Overnight Programs
Sound the dive alarm, press the torpedo firing button, sleep in the sub, check out the nooks and crannys, and enjoy more interactive activities on USS Cobia. Groups, families, and individuals can participate in our interactive submarine overnight, offered year round.
Event Retnals
The Wisconsin Maritime Museum offers a variety of facilities that can be rented for private and public events, corporate meetings, seminars, and presentations. Consider hosting your next event at our unique venue!
Sub Pub on the Water
The Sub Pub opens on Memorial Day and runs through Labor Day every year. Come up to the Roof Deck to enjoy the downtown view and sunset along the river and with a view of Lake Michigan and a cash bar.
SubFest
There’s something for everyone! Music, food, sidewalk sales, self-guided submarine tours, fireworks, kid-friendly activities, and so much more! Keep an eye on our Schedule of Events and join us for #SubFest2019!