Tuckerton Seaport

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Welcome to the Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen’s Museum

Located on Tuckerton Creek in Historic Tuckerton
120 West Main Street, Tuckerton, New Jersey 609-296-8868
Open Daily 10am to 5pm, All Year, Rain or Shine

General Admission: $8 Adults, $6 Seniors, Children 6-12 $5, Children 0-5 and Members are free!

Come Explore the World of the Real Jersey Shore!

The Tuckerton Seaport, a working maritime village, is located along the Tuckerton Creek. This one-of-a-kind attraction, in the heart of historic Tuckerton NJ, brings the Jersey Shore’s maritime traditions of the past and present to life through people, exhibits and hands-on activities. Discover the Jersey Shore’s unique maritime heritage and the interaction between culture and nature on the Barnegat Bay. Experience the rich traditions of the Jersey Shore and its Baymen through the Seaport’s recreated and historic buildings, demonstrations, exhibits, events, festivals, live aquatic displays and more. Decoy carvers, boat builders, basket makers, and baymen entertain, educate and delight visitors of all ages. Stroll the 3/4 mile boardwalk and experience life on the Tuckerton “Crik.” Identify birds and plants on our 1/4 mile nature trail. Tour our site and view garveys, sneakboxes, yachts, and party boats displayed on land and water.


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Tuckerton Seaport will be celebrating NJ350 with programming and events.

Check our events page for updated information.

For an overview of the Tuckerton Seaport Experience, click on the picture below to view a great video from our media partner, Joey Fortman.

Our Mission:

To preserve, present and interpret the rich maritime heritage, artistry and environment of the Jersey Shore and the unique contributions of it’s baymen.

The Seaport is a fully accessible site. An American Sign Language interpreter can be provided without charge upon a two week advance request. Visitors may also use one of our folding wheelchairs. TS strives to make its programs accessible to all. We maintain an ADA Advisory Board, provide large print materials upon request, have accessible parking and entrances, and adapt classes and programs to assist individuals with special needs.

For accommodations please contact us at 609-296-8868 at least two weeks prior to any program.

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