About the Museum

Mission Statement

The mission of the Noble Maritime Collection is to preserve and interpret the art, writings, and historical maritime artifacts of the distinguished marine artist, John A. Noble;  to continue Noble's legacy of celebrating the people and traditions of the working waterfront of New York Harbor; to preserve and interpret the history of Sailors' Snug Harbor in its collections, exhibitions and programs;  and to operate a maritime study center inspired by John A. Noble  and the mariners of Sailors' Snug Harbor.

What you'll find at the Noble Maritime Collection:

• Art exhibitions

• Noble's houseboat studio, made from "the small bones of larger vessels"

• Ship models

• Rare and significant maritime collections

• Education programs for students of all ages

• Teacher training

• Oral history about Sailors' Snug Harbor

• Printmaking studios

© The Noble Maritime Collection, 2007