Self-governing institution, founded in 1962. State-recognized as the Cultural and Natural History Special Museum in 1972. The Fisheries and Maritime Museum is the Cultural and Natural History Special Museum for: • Danish offshore • Danish fishing • Danish marine environment • Danish marine mammals • Danish shipping • The Wadden Sea cultural and natural history Featuring impressive saltwater aquariums, a new sealarium, several exciting exhibitions (including a brand new offshore exhibition) and outdoor exhibitions for active exploration.