This year, make “discovery” your mission. Mobile’s renowned museums are nothing short of phenomenal and captivating. Recently, a few of the city’s museums have opened extraordinary exhibits that transport you across international waters, take you into the past and blast you into the future all while keeping you engaged. Visit these museum exhibits before they leave the Port City and keep your eyes peeled for the openings of new ones.
Mobile Museum of Art
After concluding the Decades exhibits and celebrating its 60th anniversary in fall 2024, the Mobile Museum of Art has been keeping Mobile’s community engaged with all things artsy through programming and various collection exhibits. This spring and summer, the museum will be commemorating the opening of three new exhibits.
History Museum of Mobile
In addition to being the home of countless artifacts detailing the origins of the Port City, the History Museum of Mobile is featuring the "Painted Pages: Illuminated Manuscripts, 13th—18th Centuries" exhibit until May 25, 2025. Be mesmerized by over 30 medieval Bibles, lectionaries, scrolls and other materials.
National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico
Did you know that there's always more to learn about the Gulf Coast? The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico is currently showcasing a fascinating exhibit titled "Combat to Commerce: The History of the Ships that Have Sailed the Gulf of Mexico." This exhibit delves into the stories of 14 important ships that have explored the Gulf's waters. In spring 2025, the museum is opening the “Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo” exhibit, which will showcase the phenomenon that brings thousands of spectators to Dauphin Island.
Exploreum Science Center
The Exploreum Science Center is always keeping us on our toes! On February 8, 2025, the Exploreum Science Center is opening its newest exhibit, “Illusions: The Science of Perfection.” Explore optical, auditory and tactile illusions through interactive activities, brainteasers and more. While you’re there, snap a pic with the dinosaurs in the courtyard and check out the short films in the oh-so-amazing PCI Digital Dome Theater.