Better Together: Falmouth Families at Sea 1852-1886

In nineteenth century Falmouth the life of a Whaling Captain was full of adventure on the high seas, dangerous encounters, and exploration to lands beyond their wildest imaginations. Whaling voyages could take up to four or five years and only the Captains were allowed to take their families aboard ship. For the families who did select to stay together during the voyage, their lives would never be the same, coming back with stories that continue to inspire future generations. In the new exhibition at the Falmouth Museums on the Green, the show explores the opportunities and obstacles families faced at sea highlighting the Lawrence and Hamblin families and others as case studies. The exhibition delves into topics like hygiene, community, and even pet ownership to present a multifaceted overview of the topic using photographs and primary objects from whaling families who went to sea. Ultimately, this interactive exhibition asks if you too would have wanted to go on a whaling voyage.

Exhibition Opening Members Only Reception at Conant House on Saturday, January 28, 3pm to
4:30pm. Remarks at 3:30pm.

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