Plan a day sail on Kalmar Nyckel, the Tall Ship of Delaware from May through October each sailing season. We sail and cruise throughout the mid-Atlantic and will start sharing 2024 plans in February and March
Our Copeland Maritime Center welcomes visitors year-round for unique maritime programs and exhibits. Explore our field trips or host a private function in our special riverfront venue.
Tour the Copeland Maritime Center and The Tall Ship of Delaware for FREE on Saturday, May 4 thanks to Noramco. Ships Tour times to be announced. The museum will be open from 10:00am-4:00pm.
Like Battleship? Like BINGO? Mix them together, and you get Battleship BINGO! Win great prizes. See if you can sink our ships before yours go under! Who will remain? Saturday, June 5 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Support our mission & enjoy free & discounted membership events, discounts & free admission to the Copeland Maritime Center with a unique new audio tour coming this summer.
Launch an Underground Railroad History of Delaware unit with this free in-classroom program that defines the work of five Underground Railroad leaders with five routes through Delaware and a maritime aspect to five modes of travel.
Explore the Kalmar Nyckel and hands-on history on our Copeland Maritime Center campus. Or bring the adventures of our Tall Ship to your classroom with our in-person and virtual field trips. Free to Delaware public & charter school students.
Voyage back in time with our 3D-animated short film and exhibit with an exciting comparison of the original
Kalmar Nyckel and our modern-day replica.
Explore the historic park adjacent to our maritime center where Kalmar Nyckel first landed in 1638. Free tours from late May through Labor Day in early September.
Plan a holiday party, private business event or special celebration at the Copeland Maritime Center or on our Tall Ship. Request a tour today!
Every donation keeps the Kalmar Nyckel sailing, provides educational opportunities for children and preserves maritime history in the heart of Wilmington.
Share the joy of experiential learning while demonstrating the story of Kalmar Nyckel and colonial life with school children and campers throughout the region, all year long.
Discover the joy and complexity of sailing a 17th century ship! No experience is needed. Check out our training schedule and registration. Learn new skills while making friends in our volunteer community.
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Copeland Maritime Center
at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard
1124 E 7th Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
302.429.7447
Wednesday–Friday: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm from May 28-Sept. 24
Additional hours
and by appointment
Thank you for contacting us.