Newport Harbor Nautical Museum

Upcoming Exhibit

Blackbeard: The Search for "Queen Anne's Revenge"

Our Facilities in the Balboa Fun Zone

We have two facilities open at our new home in the Balboa Fun Zone...

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The Richard and Betty Steele Model Pavilion

Formerly known as the Preview Center, the Steele Model Pavilion is home to our outstanding collection of ship models.

The East Wing Learning Center

Featuring interactive exhibits and a multi-medai space, the East Wing Learning Center hosts our modular class rooms, Touch Tank, and the interactive Sportfishing Simulator.

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Our Collections

Our collections feature highlights from the Museum's permanent collection, as well as special limited-time exhibits such as the Smithsonian's traveling exhibit "From Sea to Shining Sea".

NHNM Policies for our Collections

If you have questions about making a donation or using the NHNM research services, please visit our "Policies" page.