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Museum learning happens across the Museum. It includes guided and self-guided visits, educational programs, school field trips, and in-gallery interpretation. Educational activities and programs are designed to appeal to students, educators, life-long learners, and families. We welcome learners of all ages and backgrounds to engage with our museum learning opportunities and explore, learn, and create with us.

The Museum offers education programs and resources with a specific focus on inspiring civic learning and action. Education programs and resources are developed to be equitably accessible and meet state academic standards.
Whether at the Museum, in the classroom, in the community, or online, visitors are inspired to reflect on the complex issues that shaped the past, remain critical today, and inform a sustainable future.

Explore art, history, science, and culture at the Whaling Museum through specially designed field trip experiences for students of all ages.

Explore a variety of teaching and learning materials related to art, history, science, and culture. Lessons connect to primary sources, hands-on activities, and science experiments.

Explore the Whaling Museum with programs designed for homeschool families and groups.

Learn more about the High School Apprenticeship Program, a three-year experience for high school students at the Museum.

Professional Development Workshops help educators engage with Museum exhibitions, initiatives or projects through a particular focus area or theme.

Learn about the Museum’s Summer Internship Program for undergraduate and graduate college students.