Our 5 year old LOVES mermaids. When we found a place called the international mermaid museum we had to make a trip. The price point for 4 adults and 2 kids was great. We paid $10. Which if it was more person we may have been disappointed for the size of the museum. It was the size of a medium sized room full of information, mannequins in mermaid tails, some mermaid themed films playing and pictures. read more

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Visited the coffee shop and souvenir shop inside. It's cute ambiance. The Carmel macchiato was decent. Nice ladies in the shop. read more

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It was such a kitschy good time! The wide array of mermaid lore from around the world is very impressive with lots of interesting fun facts. I really liked learning about mermaids from Russia, Scotland, Chile. It's not a big museum but makes up for it by being packed with stuff in a manageable size. Lots of good photo ops, inside and around the grounds. The gift shop was fun and the wine and spirits tasting next door is something we will have to try next time. read more

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There is something very "fishy" about this place! Mermaid museum, clam chowder, wine tasting, and mini golf all in one e place? Not to mention that you can wonder around the museum while drinking your wine? THIS IS NOT A MUSEUM!!! THIS IS A MERMAID CONSPIRACY!!!! Time to "Clam Up!". read more

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You'll probably never visit any place quite like it If you're close by, it's fun especially for kids read more

So you'd think a little 'touristy museum' like the Mermaid Museum would just be a cheesy set of displays merely to lure you into the gift shop. Hubby and I went in after visiting the Westport Winery the previous day for a wine tasting and photo/vid shoot. We paid our $3 and went in. I was really impressed by the styling of the displays, the variety of artifacts and all the great info on the mermaid lore throughout the ages and across the globe. I was really glad to take the time to visit this place. Not just for the kids but we 'grownups' liked the mermaid magic too!! read more

Mermaid Museum - Mermaid painting at the entrance of the museum. Spell binding eyes. This photo doesn't do it justice. - Museums Near Me - Aberdeen, Washington

5 stars on a Mermaid Museum? Yes! This was so much more than a Museum but let me start with it. "The INTERNATIONAL MERMAID MUSEUM is dedicated to teaching ocean ecology from seashore to sea floor immersed in mermaid mythology uniting world oceanic cultures." Probably 30 "exhibits" that give info about mermaid lore, origins, and pop culture mixed with facts about the ocean and its creatures. It isn't overly tacky or cheap looking and has some thought and quality behind it. What makes this 5 stars is when you add in everything attached to and around the museum. Attached-gift shop and wine and liquor tasting room. Around it-out door games(chess, horseshoes, bocce), small dog park, gardens, outdoor art, and more. Full Restaurant next door as well but I didn't go in. Would definitely go back and take guests. Museum admission is $3 for a single but I think there are discounted family rates. They have a "treasure hunt" for kids to help keep them engaged in the museum. read more

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This quirky nonprofit (!) is definitely worth the $3 entrance fee and 20 minutes it takes to walk around. The museum houses a collection of mermaid art and mermaid mythology from around the world... and has a whole bunch of unusual stuff too - like a mermaid skeleton on the wall! We were thoroughly entertained. We were disappointed that no one seemed to be around to enforce masking requirements - although there were only six of us in the room four people (the people that were not us) were not wearing masks. And, in general I think this is one of those places that would really shine with some docents to give the place a bit more context. read more

Mermaid Museum - New fancy mermaid in town. - Museums Near Me - Aberdeen, Washington

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The Mermaid Museum is pretty cool and definitely an interesting stop off if you are in the area. I'm so thankful a friend alerted me of it's recent opening when I told her I was planning a trip to Westport. You will notice it when you drive by as it is a beautiful white building with a lighthouse structure. Not sure which parts of this complex are actually considered the Mermaid museum, but there is a large parking lot with a couple buildings and many outdoor things to do. I came across a small maze, outdoor wooden chess, a musical play area, a sculpture garden, etc. I certainly could have spent much more time enjoying the outdoor area, but unfortunately I was in a time crunch. The Mermaid Museum is currently free, but not sure if this is just an opening special. On the day I visited, which was a weekend at opening time, it was quite crowded. I only checked out the indoor section briefly due to this as we are currently in covid times, but of course masks are required. There was so much information to learn about Mermaids, I had no idea. Even though I am not a Mermaid lover I found this really interesting. There are lots of cool relics to check out and you can learn all about the different types of Mermaids. There was also some beautiful Mermaid art for sale being displayed and a movie playing in a much larger room, but I did not take the time to watch what was being shown. My favorite part of this stop off was the wine tasting in the outdoor area. Westport Winery makes delicious wine and you can sample 5 types for 7$ currently. They are served so pretty and glisten in the sun. There are lots of fruit wines available, which are favorites of mine. We picked up a couple 30$ bottles to enjoy at a later date. They were all so good it was hard to choose, but I opted for a cranberry one in honor this areas cranberry operations. They also have a distillery at this location and we will definitely sample this on our next visit. This complex is part of my motivation to want to return to Westport sometime soon. I did not do this location justice by only allowing 2 hours to visit, next time I will have a much more leisurely day and plan to have a meal while here. Everyone I interacted with was super friendly and seemed to be very excited about the jobs they had here. This was the highlight of my trip. read more

Mermaid Museum - Wooden chess - Museums Near Me - Aberdeen, Washington

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Calling all mermaids and mermen! Step into an enchanting spot and Learned about all the mermaid lore from each culture and the meaning in those locations. Add a sprinkle of magic and kitsch and this is the sp read more

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Didn't care for what was really in their . Gift shop was cute And so was the mermaid when you came in she was live . The rest was mannikins & junk read more

We came by here on a late Saturday afternoon on our motorcycle ride through the area. It's located on the grounds of the Westport Winery and Gardens. It's $3 per person to get into the museum and it was well worth it. The museum is open from 11am - 6pm. I love roadside oddities and this is definitely it. We paid for the entrance at the gift shop and purchased a rice krispy treat and several delicious marionberry caramels. The owner, Blain was very fun-loving and friendly and took the time to give us a brief introduction of the museum. He started and owned the largest dive shop business in Hawaii and his wife, Kim was the first female charter boat Captain. The lobby has varying mermaid-themed art from varying artists that you can also purchase. The bathrooms are also located here and they're quite clean. There's a cute little area with mermaid fin covers to put on yourself for photo opportunities. We were in our motorcycle boots, chaps, and leathers so I didn't take partake in this. The museum is filled with mermaid mythology and information on ocean ecology. I found it rather amusing. The owner, Blain walked around from time to time to visit with guests and give information about certain exhibits. I loved that he adds that touch. The grounds has varying art pieces, a garden maze, beautiful garden, and a restaurant. You could easily spend an entire day here. We spent only an hour here as we were already running late on our ride. We'll definitely be back here. I highly recommend coming by if you're in the area. read more

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The International Mermaid Museum is the newest addition to the award winning Westport Winery Garden Resort in Aberdeen WA. The museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Per their official site, they are "dedicated to teaching ocean ecology from seashore to sea floor immersed in mermaid mythology." Part science, part art gallery, but mostly mythology, it's a fun and interesting way to learn about mermaid lore from around the world. You'll get an overview of mer culture from days of old to modern times. There are interesting displays made from mannequins artistically transformed into mermaids, some cool vintage movie posters for mermaid centric movies (how many mer-movies can you name beyond The Little Mermaid?) and a very cool mermaid carving from a circa 1800 carousel that came from a French Colony in Egypt. Plan on spending around 15 minutes for a brief walkthrough, or around an hour if you like to read all the educational info on the displays. Note: The lighting on the info boards makes the text very difficult to read (due to glare from the colorful overhead lighting). It would be a significant improvement if lighting could be adjusted so that the educational material was easier to read. Overall, this is a great addition to both the resort and Grays Harbor and worth the small donation ($3 at the time of this review) for a chance to spend some time with the "sirens" ;-) read more

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$3 admission--for a wonderful afternoon of multicultural myths and mermaid lore. Nearby there are beautiful gardens, a winery, and giant games of chess/scrabble/etc. such a fun spot. read more

As soon as you get out of your car, all around you are creations, imaginations and skillful art displayed. From wire mermaids to glass blown pieces of mermaids, and sculptures of mermaids. My wife and Daughter really wanted to have a mermaid experience, and shortly after we got there, I found out that I did too. As soon as you enter to your right is the front desk, straight in front of you is the mermaid fins you could slip on (daughter loved this part) and pose on a little Coral rock slide. To your left after you walk in there is a bunch of art along the walls, then a big flat screen showing a Marine documentary about Corals. To the right of the TV are double doors leading into the Museum. As we stepped in, the floor was covered with glitter, and the lighting turned a light blue color, with some original clear bulbs to invite you to read the descriptions of each monument. I thoroughly enjoy reading about the histories of towns, and cities with daunting stories and experiences to enhance the visit to where you're at. I learned a lot about the town of Westport and saw a multitude of wildlife that visits or surrounds the city, read plenty of Mermaid mythology and got to see some GIANT shark teeth! There was so much art inside this museum, my Daughters excitement only brought a more fulfilling experience. The front staff are extremely social too, you can easily get lost in great conversation with them, and have that be part of the experience too. Absolutely incredible place. Highly recommend to anyone who has an interest in mermaids, or a curiosity about the surrounding wildlife and is willing to give it a try. 5 stars from me because everything matched what makes a perfect experience for entertainment, and adding a touch of class with the wholesome conversation. Thank you to the 2 gals at the front desk. You are phenomenal and so is your establishment! read more

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While it's a kinda small place the history told and folk lore described here was perfect. A lot of neat mermaid related items here too. Only gets a mark off as it's part of a winery and seems like that's the main focus. Maybe a little more on the museum would help. read more

Mermaid Museum - Museums Near Me - Aberdeen, Washington

The Mermaid Museum came up as something to do on the way home from a weekend trip to Seabrook this winter (thanks to a billboard sign in Aberdeen), so we stopped in on the way back home. We have a 5 and 2 year old and the 5 year old is obsessed with mermaids. Seemed worth checking out. It's a nonprofit and there is a small entrance fee to go in but it was only $3 and worth it to see all of the interesting displays. Some of them were a little much for the 5 year old as they didn't quite look like the quintessential Ariel. However, nothing seemed to totally frighten her. It was fun to read about mermaid lore from other countries and see the artifacts and fun oddities. If you're in the area (there's a winery next door!) it's an interesting stop! read more

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I drove from Seattle on a rainy Sunday to see Kurt Cobain's hometown. Drive past the Welcome to Aberdeen sign ("Come as You Are") and about 10 Minutes later pulled up at the museum. The grounds are amazing. Spent about 20 minutes exploring the gardens, the topiary and the hedge maze. Museum he it's share of kitsch but filled me with a desire to read more stores of mermaid mythology. Each exhibit explored different legends and how those legends tie in with marine biology. Plus some pop culture references to "Splash" and "The Little Mermaid." A one-of-a-kind, family friendly blend of kitsch and science. read more

Mermaid Museum - Mermaids galore! - Museums Near Me - Aberdeen, Washington

First time there, this is such a unique and fun place- the grounds are beautiful, with walking trails, so very many lovely plants and bushes, a maze made with hedges, really fun topiary of animals and yard art that is outstanding-- statues and sayings that are so well chosen and the people make it a great place, too... and the prices are very reasonable... I am so grateful they made the International Mermaid Museum, it's so much more than just mermaids and lore, it's all about ocean ecology. The thought and care put into this place is unmatched, it will leave you rested, amused and inspired all at once..... I'm going back again for sure! Thanks to the owners for what they've created, it will definitely draw tourists to Grays Harbor with the Mermaid Festival, and year round too! I know I'll be coming back........ read more

This may seem quirky, but make the trek! They have a huge garden, dog park, life-sized chess board, and more. The museum is adorable and fun to walk through. We take friends and family anytime someone comes to visit us. We have been here at least half a dozen times. read more

The outside is definitely beautiful. The gardens are decorated really nicely. I would suggest that you explore the outside grounds before entering. For little kids, this museum is a little creepy. The mermaids here (first room display) were a little creepy looking. My little one was freaked out and didn't want to take a picture with the "scary" mermaids. haha. My older one did and seemed to enjoy the experience. The people working here were really really really really really really nice! She offered to take our family photo and was just really friendly. read more

Loved this place! The woman behind the counter was super friendly and fun! We toured the grounds and the museum. What a fun place. Lots of great information regarding the legends and traditions regarding mermaids. I wore a mermaid tail and got to be lost in the moment! Tried out a few of their liquors and bought a couple, too! The grounds are so pretty and well kept. I wish we had a bit more time honestly. read more

We were in town to visit a family friend and decided to venture here with our 2 year old. It was an interesting place looks like it needs more attention though as the winery next door seems to be the main focus to drawn in folks. read more

I had a stellar time venturing out to pay the Mermaid Museum a visit. It's just outside Aberdeen on the way to Westport off the highway. There are a few things to do once you're there such as a restaurant, mini golf course, several gardens, a bar with assortments from the local distillery and the museum itself (which is relatively new). We were fortunate enough to have a live mermaid greet us inside. :) read more

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Stopped by here on my way to town and it was lovely. Nice lighting in the viewing room, and super cool/educational stuff to look at/read. I will be going back when I have more time. read more

Love! The mermaid museum was so fun to check out. They also sell sand with crystals hidden inside, you rinse the sand and go home with a bunch of crystals. The property itself is also a gem, there is a winery next door with amazing wine and they even sell vodka in all sorts of unique flavors. The grounds are well manicured with a bunch of space to walk around and take cute pictures. Highly recommend. read more

It's a cute, quick stroll of information on mermaids. Quite the collection of artifacts. Definitely something different to do on a cold and rainy spring day. read more

The museum is super cute. There's cool local mermaid art that they showcase and is available for purchase and apparently they don't take a commission cut or anything from the artist which is awesome. The museum is small, but had lots of interesting things to read and look at. My mom and I ended up doing a quick wine tasting after exploring the exhibit which was a blast too. They put song recommendations next to the different wines and I ended up leaving with two bottles. It was a fun early mothers day adventure. read more

Had such a good time here walking the gardens with friends. The museum was small but very interesting. Definitely worth the visit.

I highly recommend going here. What a treat! The mermaid museum portion is interesting and sparkly. The garden out back is so freaking special. As you start walking through it you have no idea the fantastic things you will see! Absolutely check this place out! read more

Very Original Beautiful Pl., Westport Winery and Gardens this is in Jason facility to that the mermaid replicas histories of the Ocean and Mermaids in the lore of the sea read more

If you love a cheesy roadside museum like I do, this is the place for you! We ended up going twice and bringing friends back because we enjoyed it so much. The museum was very cute and had some really great info about different mermaids in cultures and sea life that is associated. The woman working in the front was very sweet and kind. The gift shop was wonderful, we picked up some alcohol from the store and it was only $8 for a small travel bottle. It makes a great gift! We also walked around the gardens and had a lovely romantic walk. This was my favorite place in Westport and I recommend it to anyone who wants a good time. read more