Spend the night on the world’s oldest active sailing ship docked along the San Diego waterfront.
San Diego, CA — The Maritime Museum of San Diego’s mission is to serve as the community memory of our seafaring experiences by collecting, preserving, and presenting our rich maritime heritage and historic connections with the Pacific world. The Museum is proud to announce the return of the widely popular Star of India Family Overnight Experience. There will be three opportunities on Fridays, June 28, July 26, and August 9, from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 a.m. the following morning. Participating families will stay aboard the 1863 bark Star of India, docked along the waterfront at the Maritime Museum of San Diego, embarking on a voyage of the imagination as they sign on as the “crew” and work with our talented Living History staff, experiencing what a sailor’s life was like during the Great Age of Sail.
Normally provided as the Maritime Museum of San Diego’s Living History program, primarily serving elementary school classes, this is a rare opportunity for families wanting to participate in this exciting experience. According to Peter DiSimone, Director of Education for the Maritime Museum, “For the last four years we have received an abundance of requests to bring this program back, ranging from families whose schools do not participate in this program to parents of students whose schools have attended and just want to relive the excitement. This is the first school year we have offered overnight programs since 2020, with overwhelming success. Given the demand for this immersive and memorable experience aboard Star of India, we are offering three overnight dates for families to choose from this summer.”
Instructors will be in character and in costume, teaching various activities such as moving cargo and raising sails. Accommodations aboard Star of India are 19th-century and likened to a camping trip. Held dockside at the Maritime Museum, guests of the overnight adventure will see areas of the ship normally closed to the public and sleep on her “tween decks” out of the elements. Tickets are $125.00 per participant ages six and up ($100 Maritime Museum of San Diego Member) and include dinner and breakfast. Space is limited. An adult must accompany all youth participants (anyone under eighteen).
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Their Signature San Diego 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise is the ultimate way to kick off summer’s biggest celebration. The spectacular San Diego fireworks will captivate you as you enjoy the show from your front row seats on the water. Unparalleled festivities are in store this 4th with dining, dancing, and magnificent skyline views on the San Diego Bay for a casual evening out. Savor a delicious, chef-prepared buffet and gorgeous views of San Diego’s spectacular architecture while soaking in the beautiful summer weather. You’ll marvel at famed city landmarks, such as the Coronado Bay Bridge, and the Star of India, from our climate-controlled interior and open-air roof decks. They keep the spirits flowing with a fully stocked bar, games, and lively music from our DJ. Set sail on an unforgettable 4th of July dinner cruise celebration!
Embark on a Premier San Diego Father’s Day Dinner Cruise for an elegant evening with family on San Diego Bay. Create lifelong memories together as you indulge in delicious cocktails, plated, chef-prepared menus, and top-notch service. Our DJ sets the mood while you soak in the San Diego skyline from an intimate, climate-controlled interior and open-air rooftop decks. You’ll delight in exclusive views of San Diego’s awe-inspiring sights, like the Coronado Bay Bridge, the Star of India.This is a Father’s Day experience that will be long treasured.
Embark on a Premier San Diego Father’s Day Brunch Cruise for an elegant afternoon with family on San Diego Bay. Create lifelong memories together as you indulge in delicious cocktails, plated, chef-prepared menus, and top-notch service. Soak in the San Diego skyline from an intimate, climate-controlled interior and open-air rooftop decks. You’ll delight in exclusive views of San Diego’s awe-inspiring sights, like the Coronado Bay Bridge, the Star of India.This is a Father’s Day experience that will be long treasured.
Learn about “Rising Tide,” a new exhibit centering the human consequences of rising sea levels as seen through the eyes of Dutch photographer Kadir van Lohuizen, at the Maritime Museum of San Diego opening March 1 and running through Labor Day weekend, 2024. The display can be viewed in the Carol Lundquist Gallery on the Star of India, and within the Compass Gallery on the steam ferryboat Berkeley.
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