Whaleboat Warfare

Meet the unsung and hidden hero of the Revolution -

The American whaleboat! Discover how these small watercrafts, brilliantly designed for the whaling trade, became a surprising yet vital tool for patriots, privateers, and spies who carried out local nighttime raids, intelligence missions, and ambush attacks in the contested waters of Long Island Sound. We'll examine historical documents, maritime histories, and the boats themselves to understand the role whaleboat warfare played in the struggle for independence.

6:30 - 7:30 PM