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Sail Aboard the Schooner Quinnipiack

This sail is part of the New Haven Museum's month-long celebration of the city's sailing tradition.

Experience the New Haven Harbor, 19th-century style, on a family-friendly sail.

Station 1: Learn the basics of navigation. The crew will demonstrate how to use charts and navigational tools.

Station 2:Learn some knots. Practice tying knots traditionally used for boating.

Station 3: Help raise sails. Be part of the crew as 2,500 square feet of sail is set using 19th century methods.

Station 4: Touch Tank. Marine animals from the Long Island Sound will be available for guests to see and touch.

Please note that the sail is best for children OVER 5 years old.

LIMITED space available. First come, first serve!

Guests MUST purchase advance tickets for the sail at (203) 562-4183 ext. 11 or education@newhavenmuseum.org.

Meet at Long Wharf Pier. Parking is available at the pier.

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