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Charles W. Morgan

Mystic Seaport, Mystic, CT
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Ranked #4 of 12 attractions in Mystic
Type: Ships
Description: Located at Mystic Seaport, this is the only existing wooden whaleship.
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Miami, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Very impressive restoration under way with launching to be in Juy 2013. You can go up and walk around in the ship.

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Chicago
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

This ship reeks of history, and is worth your time to explore. It's undergoing restoration, but you can climb a series of flights of stairs to board it and can walk on its decks where mariners stood. This is the real deal, not a replica, so you can get a feel for how the crew lived. This type of ship... More

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NYC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

This ship is so beautiful, there's so much to explore, and so much history coming from it. Some say it's haunted... I say... spend time in the sleeping quarters and see if you notice the significant drop in temperature and the feeling of being watched. Does that mean it's haunted? Decide for yourself. Either way, I loved my time on... More

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Naples, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

The Morgan is a great experience in seeing what great ships of the past were like. Take the time to ask questions and get some history. You will be fascinated and in awe of how folks lived and worked aboard these types of ships. The Charles Morgan is currently being maintained on dry-dock. As with everything at Mystic Seaport, you... More

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Kingston, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2012

The guide knew the history of the ship, you can see it's construction and the way the sailors caught and harvested whales. The entire history of the ship is right there for you to read.

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Los Angeles
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

Very short walk through the ship interior, the quarters are cramp and there is some ladders to climb. Not handicap accessible of course we're talking about 1800's.

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Broad Channel,Ny
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

Can't help thinking of Moby Dick as you explore the on going restoration of this whaling vessel. Lots of steps to climb to get to the deck , but worth it. The staff is eager to answer your questions and the exhibits give a real feel to what it was like aboard during the voyages.Hopefully when the restoration is completed... More

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North Babylon, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

All though in dry dock and undergoing full restoration you are still able to inspect this tall ship.

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Oakdale, Connecticut, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

Currently under repair, but viewing is open to the public. Lots of history and the surrounding seaport.

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Congers, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

I'm not quite sure why the Charles W. Morgan is listed on TA as a separate attraction, as to enter this vessel, you must purchase a ticket to Mystic Seaport. It's really the main attraction within the outdoor museum, Mystic Seaport. But anyway . . . Visited Mystic Seaport and the Charles W. Morgan on a recent rainy fall Saturday... More

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