Mystic in Stonington in New London County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Whaleboat
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 24, 2023
1. Whaleboat Marker
Length: 28-30', length can vary
Beam: 6'3"
Whaleboats were an essential piece of equipment for a ship like the Charles M. Morgan. When a whale was spotted, the whaleboats would be lowered into the water, and a crew of six people would climb down into each boat. The crew would row towards the whale with five long oars. The harpooner would row in the bow, or front, of the boat, ready to dart a harpoon into the whale. An officer would be in the back, or stern, with the steering oar. rowing was the main form of propulsion, but these whaleboats also have a mast and rig for sailing.
These whaleboats are part of a fleet that was built for the Charles M. Morgan's 38th Voyage in 2014. Each one was built by a different boatbuilding organization, which is why each one is slightly different. Our whaleboats are currently used to teach rowing and sailing to the public.
Erected by Mystic Seaport Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 2014.
Location. 41° 21.717′ N, 71° 57.911′ W. Marker is in Stonington, Connecticut, in New London County. It is in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Waterways to Freedom - Maria Weems and Leah Green (a few steps from this marker); Sardine Carrier Regina M (a few steps from this marker); Cape Cod Catboat Breck Marshall (a few steps from this marker); Hercules Model EK7 Kerosene Engine (within shouting distance of this marker); Fishing Schooner L.A. Dunton (within shouting distance of this marker); Whaleship Charles W. Morgan (within shouting distance of this marker); Connecting Cultures (within shouting distance of this marker); The History of the Charles W. Morgan (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stonington.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 24, 2023
2. Whaleboat Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 50 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
