Welcome

The Newport Harbor Nautical Museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the nautical heritage of Newport Harbor, southern California and the eastern Pacific through stimulating exhibitions, and inspiring education programs pertaining to nautical arts, artifacts, events and customs.

Hours & Location

Open 10 am - 6 pm
Closed Tuesdays

East Wing closed for lunch from 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Steele Model Pavilion closed for lunch from
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm

On occasion, the galleries may be closed for private receptions. Please call the Museum ahead to confirm hours and availability.

600 East Bay Avenue
Newport Beach, CA
(949) 675-8915

Upcoming Events

May 16th:
Buccanneers on the Bay

May 17th:
Opening of "Blackbeard" exhibit

Coming Soon!

Live Webcast scanning the Newport Harbor

Now at the NHNM

SPECIAL EVENTS

Imagination Celebration Exhibit
Thursday, April 24th - Sunday, May 18th

EXCEPTIONS TO REGULAR GALLERY HOURS:

None for this week.

ONGOING AND REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS

whales

A Whale of a Day - featuring an hour-long, four-part presentation.
Beginning January 13th, presentations
will be on Saturdays & Sundays at:
11:00 am • 12:30 pm • 3:00 pm

Be sure to sign up for a whale watching trip with Newport Landing Sportfishing - sightings guaranteed!

art for kids