Green Turtle Club Resort & Marina
About This Museum
You might not expect a world-class maritime museum tucked behind a pastel-colored resort clubhouse, but that's the magic of Green Turtle Cay. It feels less like an institution and more like stumbling into the fantastical, sun-bleached attic of a sea captain who never threw anything away. The air smells of salt and old wood, and every object has a story whispered by the Atlantic winds. You'll find everything from exquisite ship models to the actual tools that built an island nation, all curated with a palpable passion for local history.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the collection is its stunning array of intricate Bahamian dinghies and handcrafted ship models, showcasing a boat-building tradition passed down for generations. Alongside these are displays of traditional sponging gear, turtle harpoons, and other tools of daily life that tell the real story of the Out Islands.
Visitor Information
It's wonderfully informal—just wander over from the resort or marina; there's no stiff formality here. Do check with the front desk for opening times, as they can be as relaxed as the island breeze.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic Bahamian clapboard building with cheerful shutters and a wide veranda, it blends seamlessly with the cozy clubhouse aesthetic of the resort. It’s all crisp white paint, tropical greenery, and that unmistakable low-key elegance of old Bahamas.
