Learning more all the time
Today, the conservation and study of the Hunley continue, with experts and researchers striving to unravel the events of 1864. The submarine, preserved in a chemical bath to prevent further deterioration, remains a focal point of historical and scientific interest. Visitors to the museum can view the Hunley from a raised platform, offering a unique perspective on this artifact of naval history.
The possibility that a museum guest might spot an overlooked clue or offer a fresh perspective serves as a reminder that the mystery of the Hunley still holds the potential to captivate and intrigue, perhaps leading to new revelations in the ongoing quest to fully understand this historic submarine’s story.