Information on maritime folklore, sea chanteys and the arts and crafts of coastal life is also available. Unusual items in the library include a large collection of ships' log-books, the complete New York Maritime Register and an extensive rare books collection. The G.W. Blunt White Library subscribes to an inter-library loan system. Membership Mystic Seaport has more than 21,500 members from all 50 states and 31 foreign countries. Members are entitled to unlimited free admission to the museum, discounts at the Mystic Seaport Museum Stores, discounted guest tickets, reduced boat dockage rates and special admission to museum classes and programs.
Members also receive the msueum's quarterly publication, The Log .
Organization Mystic Seaport, Inc. is governed by a Board of Trustees headed by a Chairman. J. Revell Carr is President and Director. There are approximately 250 people on the staff, about 100 more in the summer months and more than 500 volunteers who contribute nearly 40,000 hours yearly. Other revenues include membership dues, tax deductible contributions, program fees and income from endowments. Publications Mystic Seaport's Publications Department is responsible for the museum's publishing efforts, including books, monographs and The Log , the quarterly publication for members.