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acquired 800 acres (320 ha) of land that now holds 90,000 square feet (8,400 m) of exhibition galleries, a research library, a 167-acre (68 ha) lake, a five-mile shoreline trail with 14 bridges, and over 35,000 maritime artifacts from around the world. After the land acquisition took
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Following the shoreline of The
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The famous Lions Bridge, a dam that provides a scenic view of the James River, remains a highlight for visitors—a perfect family gathering place to enjoy the Museum Park. The beauty of the dam is enhanced by several fine pieces of statuary designed by Anna Hyatt
Huntington, sculptor and wife of
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have been brought to the museum, including her turret, propeller, anchor, engine, and some personal effects of the crew. For several years, they were conserved in special tanks to stabilize the metal. The USS
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The museum offers educational programs for all ages and a large research library and archives, as well as publications and
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Mariners' Museum Park is 550 acres of privately maintained, naturally wooded property that offers visitors a quiet and serene place to walk, run, or picnic. Within the Park is the 167-acre
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