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Erie Maritime Museum

150 East Front St., Erie, PA
814-452-BRIG
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Ranked #8 of 20 attractions in Erie
Type: Speciality Museums
Description: Multimedia exhibits and a 19th century U.S. Flagship are featured at this museum.
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OKC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

We were so lucky to visit when the US Brig Niagara was in port. After viewing the cool exhibits and watching a couple videos about the ship and the war of 1812, we were allowed onboard to see and smell the awesomeness. We were taken downstairs to the living quarters (cramped!) and the guide was very knowledgeable. Very cool story... More

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brownfield tx usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Now that we are looking back at the war of 1812 this is one MUST SEE for any one.What a great way to learn about our history...ENJOY

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Erie, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

being 8 blocks from my house i was at the library their and realized their was a museum their so i went in and checked it out not realizing erie p.a. has a vast pass on this lake it was very interesting

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Do not miss a visit to the Flagship Niagara if you are in the area--better yet, sail on it! This is a 200 year old ship that took part in the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813. And you can actually sail on it and watch them fire off the cannons. Knowledgeable staff will make the experience truly special.

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Erie, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

There is a lot of local history. It is great to learn about the part Lake Erie played in our fight for freedom. This is also where the flagship "Niagara" is docked. What a beauriful site.

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

The museum was full of people who were extremely well versed about the 1812 war. There was a movie and lots of artifacts.

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Willoughby
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

This museum is spacious, uncluttered, easy to learn about the Great Lakes. Very organized.Toured the Niagara, tour guide was awesome as was staff in the museum. Added bonus: There is a library attached to the musuem. Very nice.

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Boardman, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Nice facility... they've done a great job with it. Taking a tour of the boat with an informed guide was a plus- he was able to point out all the little ins and outs fo 19th century naval navigation. Museum had great exhibits on the Battle of Lake Erie... I definitely left with a good understanding of how it unfolded.... More

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Girard, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2012

Maritime history in various formats for any age and interest level. The best time to visit is when the Brig Niagara is in port. We went on board and met several of the student volunteers and heard about sailing "old school." The smell of the sails and the ropes, walking on the deck, talking with the crew, brought it to... More

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Moon Township, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2012

Enjoyed the tour of the Niagara. It was interesting to see the lower deck of the ship and how the sailors lived. The museum part is fairly small, but interesting.

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