Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination

Harvard Museum of Natural History
26 Oxford St.
Cambridge
Ongoing through Fri., June 26, 2026, 5 p.m.



Embark on a daring voyage into the depths of human imagination at the Harvard Museum of Natural History’s new exhibition, Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination. Featuring ancient mariners' maps, literature, works of art, and natural history specimens, this exhibit explores the allure of serpents, krakens, and other monsters of the deep. Peer into the minds of scholars from centuries past, and study sea creatures whose real lives are often more astonishing than the fantastical beings we might have imagined. Dive into the ocean of human consciousness, where dreams and fears entwine with reality, offering profound insights into our world and ourselves. Join us in unraveling the mysteries of the deep sea and the human psyche, where sea monsters—both real and imagined—beckon us to explore the unknown.

Gazette Classification: Education, Exhibitions, Science
Organization/Sponsor: Harvard Museum of Natural History & Harvard Museums of Science and Culture
Cost: Regular admission rates apply
More info: hmnh.harvard.edu…