# Kalmar Nyckel ## Pages - [Become A Member](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/membership): When you become a Kalmar Nyckel Foundation member, you support our education programs for children, maintain Kalmar Nyckel, and can enjoy the benefits of membership. - [Home](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/): Adventure awaits! Discover the remarkable story behind Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, and experience our rich maritime history at the Copeland Maritime Center. - [Education](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/education): Field trips, school classroom programs, and summer camp visits for students. Hands-on learning on the Tall Ship KALMAR NYCKEL and Maritime Center campus. - [Directions](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/directions): Directions to Kalmar Nyckel Foundation and ports of call for The Tall Ship of Delaware. - [Capt. Kidd's Pirate Day](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/pirate): Capt. Kdd's Pirate Day. Ahoy! Dress as your favorite pirate for Kalmar Nyckel ship tours, pirate crafts, cannon demonstrations and more - inspired by Delaware’s infamous Captain Kidd! Free admission and parking. - [Dockside Events](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/dockside-events): Plan a private party on The Tall Ship of Delaware at the dock. Your guests may come and go and discover the KALMAR NYCKEL. - [Forney Collection](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/forney-collection): Kalmar Nyckel's Emmy-nominated documentary shares the epic first voyage in 1638 with live action shot on today's Kalmar Nyckel. - [Kalmar Nyckel Schedule](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/schedule): The Tall Ship of Delaware offers exciting day sails, river cruises, pirate sails, plus ship tours and special events. Come aboard Kalmar Nyckel and visit our Copeland Maritime Center and shipyard campus. Kalmar Nyckel's sailing season includes Wilmington and Historic New Castle, DE plus ports on the Mid-Atlantic coast (to be announced this winter). - [Field Trips](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/field-trips): Educational field trips and sails with hands-on learning are the signature program of the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation. Book yours today. - [The Forgotten Journey](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/the-forgotten-journey): Kalmar Nyckel's Emmy-nominated documentary shares the epic first voyage in 1638 with live action shot on today's Kalmar Nyckel. - [Community Programs](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/community-programs): From annual festivals featuring Tall Ship tours to workforce development and outreach programs – we offer a broad range of opportunities for families and learners of all ages. We are always seeking partnerships with organizations that serve youth and develop marine industry careers to deliver on our education mission. - [LEGO Shipbuilding](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/legoday): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation’s annual LEGO Brick Shipbuilding Day is fun for all ages and skill levels. Build STEM ship models or design your own incredible creation for our annual contest with great prizes. - [Navigating Freedom: Underground Railroad Stories](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/ugrr): Discover stories of the Underground Railroad each year during Black History Month. Get free tickets for two performances of William Still portrayed by actor historian Keith Henley of The American Historical Theatre plus community partner activities. Free admission, tours & parking. - [Community Commitment](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/a-commitment-to-our-community): We are committed to strengthening and enhancing our local community, city, and state with educational experiences and a first class riverfront destination. - [Catherine Parsells Fund](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/cathy): Your gift will recognize Cathy Parsells and her contributions over her past 15 years as Executive Director of the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation. This Fund will be used for a variety of needs as deemed necessary and approved by Cathy: ship upgrades and maintenance, new education programs, development programs, and technology upgrades. - [Ship Maintenance](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/maintaining-kalmar-nyckel): Volunteer crew help with ship maintenance on Kalmar Nyckel each winter in our maritime center workshops. Experience is valued, but not required. - [Construction & Launch of the Kalmar Nyckel](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/construction): Today’s replica Kalmar Nyckel was built at the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation’s shipyard on Wilmington’s historic 7th Street Peninsula and launched into the Christina River on September 28, 1997. - [Terms of Use](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/terms-of-use): Terms of Use - [Career Opportunities](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/career-opportunities): Explore opportunities to work on the Tall Ship of Delaware and at the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation. - [Visit](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/visit): There's always something to do at our Copeland Maritime Center! Check out special activities on the first and third Saturday each month this winter. Visit us for free maritime-themed activities, community events and hands-on programs for all ages. - [Sail & Explore](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/explore): Adventure awaits on Tall Ship sails and river cruises on the Tall Ship Kalmar Nyckel. Explore ship tours and hands-on programs or plan a private party aboard the Kalmar Nyckel in Wilmington and beyond this summer. Things to do in Wilmington. - [Event Volunteers](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/event-volunteers): Help us keep history alive by becoming an education volunteer with the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation. No experience needed. - [Navigator's Circle](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/navigator): Our Navigator's Circle honors supporters who give $2,500 or more in a year. It provides opportunities for special events with the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation community as well as exclusive benefits. - [Group Tours](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/group-tours): Book your group for a private tour of the Tall Ship of Delaware and our Copeland Maritime Center. Special rates and add-ons are possible. - [Team Building Aboard the Kalmar Nyckel](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/team-building): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation offers team building and leadership programs on the Tall Ship of Delaware for organizations seeking an engaging setting to collaborate and overcome challenges together. - [Make a Donation](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/give): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization devoted to preserving and promoting the cultural and maritime heritage of Delaware and the Delaware Valley. Our ship and the Copeland Maritime Center provide unique platforms to deliver high-quality experiential education programs to thousands of students in the Delaware Valley. - [Staff](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/kalmar-nyckel-foundation-staff): Kalmar Nyckel Foundation staff - [Mission and Vision](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/our-mission-and-vision): To preserve and promote the cultural and maritime heritage of Delaware and the Delaware Valley for the education and enrichment of all. - [Independent Study Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/independent-study-crew-training): Bring your maritime skills on board and learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware with our season volunteer crew. Apply today. - [Weddings](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/weddings): Invite your guests to a private ceremony on board the Kalmar Nyckel or host a festive riverfront reception at the Copeland Maritime Center to celebrate your special day. - [Sail & Tour the Kalmar Nyckel](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/sail-tour): Sail on the Tall Ship of Delaware and explore your options for tickets and tours. - [Lecture Series](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/lecture): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation's annual Lecture Series hosts prominent scholars and speakers at our Copeland Maritime Center (and online) as we preserve and promote the cultural and maritime heritage of Delaware and the Delaware Valley. - [Support](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/support): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of our supporters to keep the history and mission of the Tall Ship of Delaware alive. Thank you for supporting this important work. - [Events & Rentals](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/events-and-rentals): The Kalmar Nyckel and Copeland Maritime Center in Wilmington, Delaware, host fun and exciting community events throughout the year and provide a truly unique experience for private events and celebrations. - [Pirate Sails](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/pirate-sails): Ahoy! Kalmar Nyckel has pirate fans who can purchase tickets and join us on public sails. - [Film & Photography Opportunities](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/film-photography): The tall ship, Kalmar Nyckel, presents an incredible opportunity for film and photo shoots that require a full-scale, seagoing square-rigged colonial ship. Our experienced officers will help you get the shots you desire in Wilmington and other ports. - [Board of Trustees](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/board-of-trustees): Kalmar Nyckel Foundation Board of Trustees - [Tall Ship Time Machine](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/TSTM): Take a fantastic voyage back in time to 1638 to compare today's tall ship, Kalmar Nyckel to the original colonial ship with the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation’s original 3D-animated short film and exhibit at the Copeland Maritime Center. - [About Us](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/about-us): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is dedicated to preserving and progressing Delaware’s maritime history. We offer educational programs to school and community youth. - [Summer Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/summer-crew-training): A Summer live-aboard program to learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware and work with our seasoned volunteer crew. - [More Ways To Give](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/other-ways-to-give): There are many avenues to support our mission: through gifts of securities or donor advised funds, donating in-kind goods or simply signing up for AmazonSmile. Thank you for your continued support. - [Copeland Maritime Center](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/copelandcenter): The Copeland Maritime Center is a year-round museum, learning center, and the modern home of the Tall Ship of Delaware, Kalmar Nyckel on Wilmington, Delaware's riverfront. Visitors, school groups, crew trainees, and guests can explore our maritime and cultural heritage. We host community festivals and offer a unique venue for private parties and business functions. Discover the rich history of the Delaware Valley. - [Contact Us](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/contact-us): Contact Us - [Videos & Resources](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/teacher-resources): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation has a free video library and educational materials for both in-class and virtual learning environments. Explore our digital materials to find out how our story and history can help reinforce and enhance your lessons. - [Virtual Programs](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/virtual-programs): The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation offers live, virtual classroom programs that explore the history of our tall ship, economics, trade, and more. Sign up today. - [Copeland Maritime Center Rental](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/copeland-maritime-center-rental): Visit the Copeland Maritime Center and immerse yourself in maritime & Delaware history. The home of Kalmar Nyckel, the Tall Ship of Delaware. - [Maritime Outdoor Adventure](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/outdoor): Bring your group to our new Maritime Outdoor Adventure Course and explore a series of fun hands-on group challenges that emphasize team building, leadership, and problem-solving for youth, teens, and adults. Our maritime-themed course also introduces the skills needed to sail our tall ship, Kalmar Nyckel. - [Classroom Programs](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/classroom-programs): Bring the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation's presenters to your classroom for a program that features history, STEM concepts, hands-on learning, and more. - [Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/join-the-sailing-crew): Learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware and meet our volunteer crew. Seasonal programs. Register today. - [Private Sails](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/private-sails): Tall Ship sails and cruises offer a fun and stunning venue for private social and business events. Plan a private sail, dockside party, or team building outing. You can customize an event that includes the ship and our beautiful riverfront Copeland Maritime Center. - [Maritime Center & Ship Guides](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/maritime-center-and-ship-guides): Volunteering at the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation’s Copeland Maritime Center and shipyard campus is a great way to learn about our ship and exhibits while providing visitors with a - [KNCrew Login](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/kncrew-login) - [King Neptune Gala](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/gala): Our annual King Neptune Gala benefits the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation and our educational mission and includes a fun, festive dockside cocktail party, live music, dinner, mobile silent auction, live auction, and much more. - [Volunteer](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/volunteer): Our vibrant volunteer program will teach you to sail and maintain our tall ship, present educational programs & support. No experience is required. - [Volunteer Events & Open Houses](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/volunteerOH): Explore opportunities to learn to sail, teach & restore Kalmar Nyckel. No experience needed. Sign up for a 2-hour open house with free tours & learn more. - [Press & Media](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/press-and-media): Tall Ship of Delaware and Kalmar Nyckel Foundation press and media contacts. - [Planned Giving](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/planned-giving): The 1638 Heritage Fund is made possible by individuals who share a desire to preserve our rich maritime and cultural history, and who care deeply about the embodiment of this tradition—our beloved ship Kalmar Nyckel, the Copeland Maritime Center, and our educational programs. Planned giving through major gifts and estate planning is available by contacting our office. - [Pirates & Mermaids Concert](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/concert): Pirates & Mermaids Concert - [Kalmar Nyckel Ship Specification](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/ship-specification): Kalmar Nycke’s ship specifications and master boat builder. - [Education Volunteer](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/education-volunteer): Explore opportunities to teach and guide our hands-on educational programs with school children. No experience needed. Learn more. - [Today’s Kalmar Nyckel](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/todays-kalmar-nyckel): The Tall Ship of Delaware is a full-scale replica of the original Swedish colonial ship, a floating classroom, and inspirational centerpiece for the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation’s broad array of sea- and land-based educational programs that engage students and visitors of all ages. - [Halloween Ghost Ship](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/halloween): Annual free family-friendly costume event with indoor Ghost Ship tours, pumpkin painting & crafts, Kalmar Nyckel tall ship tours, face painting, and more. - [Scout Programs](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/scout): Scouting programs for all ages are a special way to explore the Tall Ship KALMAR NYCKEL and our maritime campus - [Copy of Maritime Outdoor Adventure](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/copy-of-maritime-outdoor-adventure): Bring your group to our new Maritime Outdoor Adventure Course and explore a series of fun hands-on group challenges that emphasize team building, leadership, and problem-solving for youth, teens, and adults. Our maritime-themed course also introduces the skills needed to sail our tall ship, Kalmar Nyckel. - [Our History](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/our-history): Founded in 1989, the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is a non-profit educational organization that built, owns, and operates the Tall Ship of Delaware as a cultural and maritime heritage resource. The ship and foundation serve as catalysts for educational and community development in Delaware and beyond. - [Corporate Partnerships](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/corporate-partnerships): The support of our corporate and business partners helps deliver a wide range of educational and community programs for children and students of all ages. - [Spring Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/spring-crew-training): A Spring live-aboard program to learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware and work with our seasoned volunteer crew. - [Crown and Anchor Society](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/crown-and-anchor-society): Our Crown and Anchor Society honors supporters and provides opportunities for special events with the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation community. With a gift of $1,000 or more to the Kalmar Nyckel Annual Fund, you will become a member of our Crown and Anchor Society and receive exclusive benefits. - [History of the Original Kalmar Nyckel](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/history-of-the-original-kalmar-nyckel): The original Kalmar Nyckel, one of America’s pioneering colonial ships, is also known as the Swedish Mayflower of the Delaware Valley. - [Plan Your Visit](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/plan-your-visit): Visit the Copeland Maritime Center and campus to explore maritime & Delaware history including the Tall Ship of Delaware - [Shop](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/shop): Shop online in our Ship Store. Kalmar Nyckel merchandise from books, DVD's, t-shirts, hats, pins, stickers, postcards. - [Fall Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/fall-crew-training): A Fall live-aboard program to learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware and work with our seasoned volunteer crew. - [Fort Christina Park](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/park): Explore the riverfront site where Kalmar Nyckel first landed in 1638. A cornerstone of Delaware’s history, and one of the six sites that make up Delaware’s First State National Historical Park. Fort Christina Park is open yearly from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day and weekends in September and October. - [Summer Programs](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/summer): Our unforgettable Summer Field Trips now include four great programs on land: LEGO Shipbuilding Spectacular, Captain Kidd's Pirate Adventure, Ghost Ship and Sea Monsters and Five Ways to Freedom on Delaware's Underground Railroad. We still offer educational sails on Kalmar Nyckel and a ship and shore combination program too. Take a look! - [Winter Crew Training](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/winter-crew-training): Learn to sail the Tall Ship of Delaware with a 10-week program with hands-on and virtual lessons. Register today. - [Magical Events & Weddings](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/magic): Sunday, April 27 from 1-3pm, explore The Tall Ship of Delaware & the riverfront Copeland Maritime Center - ideal venues for a one-of-a-kind private celebration, networking event or wedding reception. Free admission & parking for the public. Select vendors invited to host tables. - [Annual Report](http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/annual-report): The 2023 Annual Report of the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation highlights activities and philanthropic support for the 2023 fiscal year from November 1, 2022 to October 31, 2023. We reached more than 35,000 people through our education programs, community events, public sails, and private events. Thanks to our volunteers, donors, sponsors and friends who bring our education mission to life and support The Tall Ship of Delaware.