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Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard
Visit the Maritime Center to experience exhibits including Watercraft of the World with 73 model ships, Riverfront Room chronicling Wilmington's train- and ship-building history, Science of Sailing, a 3/4-scale model of Kalmar Nyckel's ship deck, an authentic log cabin, and more. Self-guided and group tour packages available. Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm in January-February 2020 (10 am-4 pm March-Dec.) Sunday (from Memorial Day through Labor Day only): 12 pm - 4 pm
Holidays: our grounds are closed Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day New Year’s Day Independence Day (July 4th) Where is Kalmar Nyckel, our Tall Ship? Kalmar Nyckel sails from May through October each year, starting at her home berth at the Tatiana & Gerret Copeland Maritime Center on the Christina River in downtown Wilmington, DE and also in nearby Historic New Castle, DE. Her captains, mates, and volunteer crew sail her throughout the Atlantic seaboard from Virgina to New England, including the Chesapeake Bay and Hudson River. For dates and locations view our Sailing Schedule (which is announced each winter for the following year). Kalmar Nyckel offers:
Our ship is not wheel chair accessible. We would, however, be happy to discuss your needs. Please call us before you book your tickets to see if we can accommodate your needs at 302-429-7447 (weekdays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm). Opens Tuesday, June 23, 2020 and Closes after Labor Day (closed Independence Day, July 4th). Self-guided tours and tours with interpreters available. Park closes during inclement weather; call (302) 429 7447 to confirm status Tuesday-Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm Outside of peak season, Fort Christina is open on special request; call (302) 429 7447 for more information.
Admission The Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard$5 adults $3 ages 5-17 Free for ages 4 and younger
Fort Christina Park No admission fee Deck Tours of Kalmar Nyckel - see Sailing Schedule
Visitors to the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard and Fort Christina Park can enjoy free parking in our lot directly across from the Shipyard.
Special Announcements We may be able to accommodate tours outside of listed hours with advance notice. Please call (302) 429 7447. For groups of 10 or more, please notify us in advance so we can provide the best experience. Group tour packages with guides and facilities can be arranged by contract with an advance deposit. Kalmar Nyckel : Visit : Visit Kalmar Nyckel Did you know: That Fort Christina, founded by the Swedes, was the first permanent European settlement in the entire Delaware Valley?
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