Beyond the Book @ the Whaling Museum

Dive into your next great read with The Whaling Museum's "Beyond the Book" club, which is co-sponsored by the library. Museum educators connect the text to their collection, highlighting artifacts that can enhance your understanding of the book. Enjoy light snacks and drinks while you chat.

This month's selection is Jaws by Peter Benchley. Just in time for Memorial Day, join us to confront one of literature's most iconic villains. We’ll follow Brody and Quint as they pursue the monstrous shark through the waters off Long Island (yes, Long Island!) and explore the curious parallels between their expedition and that of Melville’s Captain Ahab. Explore shark bones and fossils from our collections and learn about the many shark species that call Long Island home -- and how unlikely it is that you’ll ever receive a bite. We promise, after this session, you’ll have no problem getting back into the water. Pick up a copy of the book at our Circulation Desk.

To register, CLICK HERE or call the museum at 631-367-3418. 

The discussion will be held at the museum, 279 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor.