Sail & Explore
Adventure awaits aboard Delaware's Tall Ship! Set sail with Kalmar Nyckel in Delaware, New York, and Connecticut, or visit Copeland Maritime Center year-round for exhibits, family programs, community events, and private waterfront gatherings. Tickets are limited—plan your adventure today!
Tall Ship Day Sails and River Cruises
Enjoy a Kalmar Nyckel smooth river cruise or day sail in the 2026 season. Discover our full-scale 17th century square rigger in Wilmington, DE and in East Coast ports at Sail 250 festivals. Tickets are limited. Please book online or call 302.429.7447.
Copeland Maritime Center and Museum
Visit our museum & learning center on Wilmington's riverfront to explore unique maritime exhibits with a new "deep-dive" audio tour. Schools field trips and free community events are offered year-round. Request a private party rental, too.
Private Maritime Center Parties and Charters
Looking for a special riverfront venue for your next private party, fundraiser, business networking event, or wedding? Details on our site. Request a tour.
Lions, Sea Serpents & Mermaids…Oh My!
Saturday, August 8, 1 – 4 pm
Join us at Fort Christina State Park for an free afternoon of mythical maritime fun! Discover the legends of sailors, tall ships, and the sea as you explore the folklore of sea monsters, mermaids, lions, and other legendary creatures.
Group Tours on our Tall Ship and on-Shore
Check out itineraries for group tours of the Copeland Maritime Center & local cultural sites plus private tall ship cruises & deck tours if Kalmar Nyckel is in port.
July 4th DE250 Riverfront Tours
Come aboard the Tall Ship of Delaware for free deck tours at Dravo Plaza on the
Riverfront Wilmington, Saturday, July 4th from 2:00-7:00pm. Discover the life of a 17th century sailor with our volunteer crew. Ahoy!
The Forgotten Journey
Follow the original tall ship,
Kalmar Nyckel, on the treacherous transatlantic ocean voyage which established the Colony of New Sweden in 1638. Our Emmy-nominated documentary with expert historians is available for purchase on DVD.