Even when you think you’ve done everything in Delaware, there’s always something waiting to be discovered. Down in Sussex County, there’s an impressive collection of maritime artifacts, stories, photographs, and history just begging to be explored. Your visit to the charming and quaint maritime museum in Bethel is sure to be the most interesting family day trip you plan this summer.

The beautiful Bethel Maritime Museum is a southern Delaware heritage museum that's sure to delight every visitor.
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This tiny town was once a vibrant shipbuilding community and you can see evidence of its past as you walk through this quaint museum.
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Learn about the famous tugboats and ships built right in the heart of Sussex County.
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This small, volunteer-run museum is full of fascinating artifacts from a life out at sea.
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In addition to the permanent maritime exhibitions, you'll also find rotating displays. Recently, whittling and woodworking were the stars.
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Keep an eye on their event calendar and plan a visit to participate in crafts and creations. On August 25, 2019, you can even come down and whittle your own shipboard!
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Children will have a blast exploring the wooden pirate ship playground out back. With so much to see and do, the Bethel Museum is a great place for a family day trip in Delaware.
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Address: 312 First Street, Bethel, DE, 19931

Hours: 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

If you love the idea of exploring Delaware’s maritime collections, check out the Fascinating Shipwreck Museum In Delaware For A Unique Glimpse Into The Past. You never know just what you’ll discover when you dive deep into Delaware’s seafaring history.

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