Independence Seaport Museum

River Museum

The Independence Seaport Museum, located along the Delaware River at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, is a dynamic institution dedicated to maritime history and river conservation. It features interactive exhibits on shipbuilding, navigation, and the ecology of the Delaware River watershed, making it a hub for both education and exploration. Visitors can tour two historic vessels docked outside—the USS Olympia, a Spanish-American War cruiser, and the USS Becuna, a World War II submarine—both designated National Historic Landmarks. Inside the museum, hands-on displays and rotating exhibitions delve into Philadelphia’s role as a port city and its connection to global trade and immigration. The museum also offers boat rentals, workshops, and seasonal events, inviting guests to engage with the river in meaningful ways.

Interactive Maps

The Upper Delaware

The Middle Delaware

Easton to Trenton

Trenton to Wilmington

Lower Delaware

Boat Ramps

Bridges and Ferries

River Gages

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Independence Seaport Museum

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Suggested Links

The Potomac River Guide	The Hudson River Guide
The Connecticut River Guide