Great maritime living history museum with exhibits, period vessels, a historic shipyard, period artwork and a recreated whaling village. Tells the story of New England whaling when its ships spanned the globe and the industry and trades necessary to sustain that industry. Interactive exhibits and activities for children. Pier adjacent and for access to the Charles W Morgan and the Firefighter was closed which was not announced at check in. My last visit here was over 45 years ago. Some modernization of the exhibits and new buildings has taken place since then. The recreated village could use some TLC. While it is supposed to look rustic and period that does not mean that the wood needs to be worn and the equipment, furniture and structures dusty or dirty.