Custom House Maritime Museum

Custom House Maritime Museum

Discover New London’s rich maritime history through stories of whaling, trade, seafaring, and the famous Amistad.

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Step inside one of America’s oldest custom houses and explore exhibits that bring New London’s maritime past to life. Learn about whaling voyages, historic ships, the Amistad story, lighthouse keepers, sailors, merchants, and the people who shaped Connecticut’s waterfront heritage.

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