The Sailing Museum & National Sailing Hall of Fame

06/22/2026

Looks like the Tartan Army paid a visit overnight! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Our Buddy Melges is sporting a festive new look ⚽️🩵

06/05/2026

Local Tuesdays are BACK! ⛵

Rhode Island residents receive 50% off museum admission and memberships every Tuesday through September.

Local Tuesdays at The Sailing Museum Half the Price. All the Adventure. Local Tuesdays are back! Rhode Island residents receive 50% off museum admission and memberships every Tuesday through September,...

06/01/2026

We couldn't agree more: add Newport to your itinerary! ⚽🌊 Thrilled to be included in this World Cup 2026 travel spotlight.

Rhode Island wants you to visit during the World Cup — and here’s why fans will love it.

05/12/2026

Discover the remarkable story of 🌟 2026 NSHOF Inductee Eleanor Prentiss Creesy, the pioneering navigator whose skill and determination guided the legendary Flying Cloud on a record-breaking voyage.

Eleanor Prentiss Creesy had a goal of sailing the world as a navigator. She was student of navigation and studied the writings of U.S. Naval Officer Matthew F. Maury, a prolific oceanographer who wrote about ocean currents, meteorology, winds and navigation. Maury studied ship’s logs to understand...

05/06/2026

“Those who sailed with Ted experienced firsthand his relentless pursuit of excellence. He demanded the very best from himself and everyone around him, while also embracing the camaraderie, resilience and adventure that define life at sea.”

Remembering Ted Turner 💐

Ted Turner was one of the most consequential and transformative figures in the history of modern sailing and global media. As the founder of CNN, the world’s first 24-hour news network, he fundamentally changed how people access information and permanently reshaped the global media landscape. Yet ...

04/27/2026

Now on View: National Sailing Hall of Fame — Class of 2026 🎉

Spanning more than a century of innovation, their stories trace sailing’s evolution from the age of clipper ships to modern multihulls.

Eleanor Prentiss Creesy
Lorna Whittelsey Hibberd
Gino Joseph Morrelli
Mary Male Savage
Judson Andrew Smith
Herman Frasch Whiton

Together, they embody the spirit of sailing: courage, ingenuity, resilience, and a lifelong dedication to advancing the sport. 💫

🎟️ Discover their full stories during Wednesdays on the Water — FREE admission every Wednesday through May 6, 2026. Thanks to our partner ⛵️

04/24/2026

🚧 New Facade Loading… 🚧

Thanks to an incredibly generous donor, the museum’s new entrance awning is on its way! Here’s a sneak peek as we put the finishing touches in place.

⚓ This spring, join us for our nautical installation and explore new exhibitions as they roll out throughout the season.

More updates coming soon 👀

04/21/2026

Planning a Newport trip? This is a stellar lineup—we’re thrilled to be included. ⛵

Mommy Poppins

04/20/2026

🎉 Raffle Alert! 🎉

Join us during Wednesdays on the Water, supported by , for a chance to win some great prizes! This week:

📚 “Legends of American Sailing” by Gary Jobson

🎟️ A Crew (Family & Friends) Membership

🗓️ Date: Wednesdays through May 6
📍 Location: Enter in person at the gift shop ticket counter.

How to Enter: Ticketed visitors onsite will be eligible to enter with their name, email, and phone number.

Prizes: Multiple winners will be selected, so don’t miss your chance to enter! 💫

Important Notes: No cash value, no substitutions.
Winners will be drawn at 1PM and 4PM.

Good luck! 🍀

04/13/2026

Set sail for FREE ⛵️

Join us for Wednesdays on the Water — FREE admission every Wednesday through May 6, 2026, thanks to Discover Newport! 💙

Enjoy:
⚓️ 25% OFF Memberships (Seafarer, Deckhand & Crew)
🛍️ 15% OFF in the Gift Shop
🌊 Interactive, high-tech sailing experiences — design your own boat, race your crew, and dive into the action

🗓️ Every Wednesday through May 6