FAMILY OVERNIGHT SAILING EXPERIENCE ONBOARD STAR OF INDIA WITH MARITIME MUSEUM OF SAN DIEGO
June 27, July 25, August 8
*Spend the night aboard the world’s oldest active sailing ship docked along the San Diego waterfront!
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 27, July 25, and August 8, from 2:00 p.m. to 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, “Overnight stays on Star of India are a cherished memory for San Diego youth who visit on field trips with their schools. The Maritime Museum of San Diego’s Family Overnight events are an opportunity for others to also enjoy this unforgettable educational and immersive experience aboard the world’s oldest active sailing ship. This is a chance to step back in time and become an 1800’s sailor.”
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 $100.00 per participant ages six and up and include dinner and breakfast. Space is
limited. An adult must accompany all youth participants (anyone under eighteen). For reservations and more information guests can visit sdmaritime.org, any inquiries should be directed to peterd@sdmaritime.org.
ABOUT MARITIME MUSEUM OF SAN DIEGO
The Maritime Museum of San Diego experience includes admission to a world-class collection of
historic sailing ships, steam-powered boats, and a submarine, each offering entertaining and
educational exhibits. The 501c3 non-profit Museum enjoys an international reputation for
excellence in restoring, maintaining, and operating historic vessels including the world’s oldest
active sailing ship, Star of India. Maritime Museum of San Diego is ranked as one of the nation’s
top attractions offering self-guided tours, docent-guided group tours, tall ship charters, narrated
naval history and bay cruises, year-round public events, educational programs, and a distinctive venue
for corporate/private events. The Museum is open daily along Star of India Wharf at 1492 North
Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101-3309. 619.234.9153. For information, contact www.Sdmaritime.org.
