Plan Your Visit
Whether it’s a Tall Ship sail or a visit to our Copeland Maritime Center campus, adventure awaits at the
Kalmar Nyckel Foundation. Check out our unique hands-on activites and events for all ages. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Sail & Explore
Set sail on The Tall Ship of Delaware, Kalmar Nyckel, with river cruises in Wilmington, DE and day sails in Historic New Castle. Find us at Sail 250 Tall Ship Festivala and East Coast ports. Explore the Copeland Maritime Center with unique historical exhibits. Attend our free hands-on community events.
Special Events & Rentals
Our Copeland Maritime Center is open year-round. Our latest exhibit, Maiden Voyage of the Key, Amsterdam, 1627, features a 20-foot painting of the original ship. Check out our monthly Second Saturdays and weekly Toddler Tuesdays for free community activities Explore our beautiful riverfront venue for your next private event.
Private Maritime Center Parties and Ship Charters
Private Maritime Center Parties & Ship Charters
Looking for a distinctive waterfront venue? Host your next private party, fundraiser, business networking event, wedding, or special celebration at the Copeland Maritime Center or aboard Kalmar Nyckel.
Choose a private sail, dockside gathering, Maritime Center rental, or combine ship and shore for a truly memorable event on Wilmington’s riverfront.
Request a tour and discover the possibilities.
Second Saturday: Foods We Are Thankful For
Included with Admission
Saturday, November 14
1 pm – 4 pm
This program explores the traditional foods and foodways of the native Lenape and the Swedes/Finns. After learning this culinary history, visitors will be invited to make corn husk dolls, a frontier favorite of both Europeans and Natives as well as reusing a byproduct of food!
- Museum Admission: $10/Adult, $5/Ages 3-12, and under 3 is free. This is our final 2026 Second Saturday.
Location: Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE
Group Tours on Ship & Shore
Bring your group to the Copeland Maritime Center for a memorable maritime experience. Explore our permanent exhibits, discover the story of Kalmar Nyckel, and learn about the rich history of the surrounding riverfront and nearby cultural sites.
Customize your visit with a guided museum experience, deck tour aboard Kalmar Nyckel when the ship is in port, or a private river cruise for an unforgettable experience on the water.
Plan your group visit today.