Where Adventure Awaits
Come aboard and discover the remarkable story behind The Tall Ship of Delaware, Kalmar Nyckel, and experience Delaware’s rich maritime history at the Copeland Maritime Center.
Sail & Visit
Tall Ship of Delaware Sails
River cruises on Kalmar Nyckel in Wilmington and Historic New Castle, DE, plus visits to Yorktown, VA ; Greenport, NY (Long Island’s North Fork); and Provincetown, MA are now on sail. Come sail on our Tall Ship time machine!
Copeland Maritime Center
Visit our Copeland Maritime Center year-round for unique maritime programs and museum exhibits. Explore our education field trips or host a private event in our special riverfront venue.
Tall Ship of Delaware Wilmington River Cruises
Adventure awaits on Christina River cruises on the Tall Ship of Delaware through Sunday, July 13. Bring the family and let your kids explore their inner pirate. Get tickets online or call 302.429.7447.
July 4th Free Ship Tours on KALMAR NYCKEL, 12-4pm
Take a free deck tour of the Tall Ship of Delaware at the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation on Friday, July 4th to kick off your holiday weekend. Free admission to our Maritime Museum and ship, plus free parking.
Tall Ship Day Sails from Greenport Village, NY
July 22 - August 3. Book a Tall Ship day or evening sail from Greenport, NY on Long Island’s North Fork and leave your cares on shore. Tickets are limited and available online or by calling 302.429.7447.
Educational Programs
Walk The Decks. Learn The Ropes.
Five Ways To Freedom
Launch an Underground Railroad History of Delaware unit with this free in-classroom program that defines the work of five Underground Railroad leaders with five routes through Delaware and a maritime aspect to five modes of travel.
Field Trips & Virtual Programs
Explore the Kalmar Nyckel and hands-on history on our Copeland Maritime Center campus. Or bring the adventures of our Tall Ship to your classroom with our in-person and virtual field trips. Free to Delaware public & charter school students.
Unique Experiences
A Celebration On The Sea
Tall Ship Time Machine
Voyage back in time with our 3D-animated short film and exhibit with an exciting comparison of the original
Kalmar Nyckel and our modern-day replica.
Fort Christina Park
Explore the historic park adjacent to our maritime center where Kalmar Nyckel first landed in 1638. Open May 24 and fall weekends. Free tours and Jr. Ranger badges!
Private Parties: Ship & Shore
Plan a one-of-a-kind business or social event on a private sail, dockside party or Copeland Maritime Center rental. Land ho! Request a tour and dates today!
Volunteer & Support
Preserve A Legacy
Donate
Every donation keeps the
Kalmar Nyckel sailing, provides educational opportunities for children, and preserves maritime history in the heart of Wilmington and the across the Eastern Seaboard.
Education Volunteers
Share the joy of hands-on learning while demonstrating the story of
Kalmar Nyckel and life in early America with school children and campers throughout the region. Volunteers are trained and needed all year long.
Join Our Volunteer Crew
Discover the joy of sailing a 17th century ship! No experience is needed. Crew Training classes are offered in Winter and a small live aboard program in Spring. Learn new skills while making friends in our community.