Peter Neill

Who is Peter Neill?

Peter Neill is the current Director of the World Ocean Observatory and a graduate of Stanford University. Previously President of the South Street Seaport Museum from 1985-2005, Mr. Neill has always maintained an interest in the future of the oceans. In addition to being an author and editor for "American sea writing: a literary anthology", Mr. Neill is also a regular contributor for a blog on the Huffington Post.

Mr. Neill has always been a strong proponent of maritime education. During his time at the South Street Seaport Museum, Mr. Neill devoted a 3rd of the museum's budget to the New York City schools [4] and presently is Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Ocean Classroom Foundation.