Mariners' Museum

Maritime museum · Newport News, Virginia

Illustration of Mariners' Museum

Overview

The Mariners' Museum is one of the largest maritime museums in the country, home to the USS Monitor Center.

History

The museum was founded in 1930. Its Monitor Center displays pieces of the Civil War ironclad raised from the sea.

Today

The museum and its surrounding park draw visitors year-round.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.