You Can Spend The Night On The Star of India
Don't miss Family Overnight on The Star of India Labor Day weekend. The Maritime Museum has one of the world’s largest collections of historic vessels from sail to steam to submarine. The overnight will take place on board the 1863 barque Star of India, and guests will embark on an imaginary voyage to relive the lives and times of the emigrant passengers in The Great Age of Sail. Parents and their children can learn about the fascinating history of the sea in this unique program.
Would You Like to Go Back in Time?
The Star of India is the world's oldest active sailing ship, built in 1863. It's had many lives as a cargo ship traveling from the Isle of Man to India, survived a cyclone, and worked for years transporting emigrants from England, Scotland and Ireland to Australia and New Zealand.
What You Can Expect As A Guest On The Star of India
Instructors will be in character and in costume, teaching various activities such as moving cargo and raising sails. Accommodations aboard Star of India are 19th -century so think of it as a camping trip! Held dockside at the Maritime Museum, guests of the overnight adventure will see areas of the ship normally closed to the public and sleep on her “tween decks” out of the elements.
Information
Tickets are $75 per participant age 5 and up and include meals and accommodations. Space is limited. Adults must accompany youth under 18. For reservations and more information guests can visit sdmaritime.org or call the Museum’s Education Department at 619.234.9153 ext. 138.
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