A place where pirate lore and intriguing maritime history come to life for student groups
The Independence Seaport Museum, located along the Delaware River in Philadelphia, offers an immersive experience through its historic ships, Cruiser Olympia and Submarine Becuna, and award-winning exhibitions exploring the region’s maritime history, science and cultural communities. Students can board the ships to experience life at sea, while exhibits like Patriots & Pirates, River Alive!, At the Water’s Edge, and Tides of Freedom provide insights into the Navy’s founding, the Delaware River’s significance and the African American struggle for freedom.
For more information on group trips to the Independence Seaport Museum, visit www.phillyseaport.org/group-visits/.
