Programs and Events
Author Talk: Barbara Joosse and The Fisherman, the Horse and the Sea
1:00am - 2:00pm
The Wisconsin Maritime Museum welcomes author Barbara Joosse, sharing her new children’s book, The Fishermen, the Horse, and the Sea. This beautifully illustrated children’s book is based on a true story and recounts a dramatic rescue on Lake Michigan. October 9, 2021 1-2pm Free with RSVP Reserve a copy of the book for $16 Copies […]
Wisconsin Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History Symposium
10:00am - 4:00pm
The Wisconsin Underwater Archaeological Association (WUAA) invites the public to learn about recent discoveries beneath the vast waters of Wisconsin during our 17th Annual WUAA Symposium! Symposium topics will highlight ongoing research by the Wisconsin Historical Society’s Maritime Archaeology and Preservation program, WUAA fieldwork, as well as a presentation of NOAA’s newly designated Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast. This annual […]
Christmas Tree Ship Day
10:00am - 4:00pm
On Sat., December 4th, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Dr., will host a holiday community event that’s full of activities for everyone celebrating the area’s shipbuilding past and highlighting the famous Christmas Tree Ship (Rouse Simmons).
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 Rentals
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 at Fourth on the Shore!
There’s something for everyone! Music, food, self-guided submarine tours, fireworks, kid-friendly activities, and so much more! Keep an eye on our Schedule of Events and join us for #SubFest2021!