Famous as the Museum of America and the sea, Mystic Seaport Museum houses an extensive collection of boats and sailing ships making it the largest maritime museum of the United States. Established in 1929, the museum has exhibits like figureheads, vintage photography, restored vessels, and ship carvings. The place is also home to a Children’s museum with interactive activities like playscapes and discovery barn, especially for kids. You can visit the planetarium, be a part of the virtual programs, take workshops, shop for maritime collection, attend the overnight programs, research about interesting collections and have some scrumptious delicacies while at this exquisite museum.