We landlubbers have got it all wrong: kraken aren’t terrible monsters from the sea who destroy our sailing ships and munch on our sailors. They’re kind and helpful. It’s the mermaids who are ...

as they explore the real-life inspiration behind fantastic sea monsters of yore that are lurking in the Museum's wet collections. Originating in Scandinavian folklore, the kraken is usually depicted ...

Everyone loves a good sea shanty. Wonderful songs of alternating solos with a chorus. This well-recognized genre was initiated by sailors who helped pass the time during incredibly long voyages by ...