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
Catch a Tall Ship day sail in Greenport, NY (Long Island) and Provincetown, MA in July and August while tickets last. Kalmar Nyckel returns to Historic New Castle, DE in late August through Labor Day then back back to Wilmington for fall river cruises.
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 Day Sails in Historic New Castle
Sail back in time on a 2.5-hour day sail from Historic New Castle, August 27-September 7 on the Tall Ship of Delaware. Tickets are limited. Please book online or call 302.429.7447.
Halloween Ghost Ship Returns October 18
Our 7th annual family-friendly Halloween day: free Indoor Ghost Ship tours, pumpkin painting, costume parade, crafts, Tall Ship tours Free admission & parking. Fees for some activities.
King Neptune Gala tickets! Saturday, September 20
Gala tickets are now on sale to support our biggest fundraising event of the year. Don’t miss our online silent auction with mobile bidding from anywhere! Sponsor and host deadline is August 22.
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
Visit the historic site adjacent to our maritime center where Kalmar Nyckel landed in 1638. Open through Labor Day & 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. Winter Crew Training class runs from January - early April plus a small Spring live aboard program. Learn new skills & meet new friends.