Visit Copeland Maritime Center
There's always something to do at our Copeland Maritime Center! Visit us for free maritime-themed activities, community events and hands-on programs for all ages. Every first and third Saturday this winter there’s special activities just for you!
Five Ways to Freedom: Wilmington’s Underground Railroad - February 1
Join us Saturday, Feb. 1st, 1:30-4:30pm to explore local Underground Railroad history. Free crafts, prizes & activities for all ages. Free tours of Maritime Center exhibits and a walking tour of Fort Christina Park. Both free performances of HENRY "Box" BROWN are SOLD OUT. Call to be added to our waitlist at 302.429.7447. Free admission & parking. Fees for some activities.
Shipbuilding Saturday - THIS Week Feb. 15 Build A Freedom Schooner
Come visit the Copeland Maritime Center on Saturday, February 15 and explore the local history of the Underground Railroad. Build a Freedom Schooner for free between 1:00-4:00pm.
- Free activities & parking. Museum hours are 10:00am-4:00pm.
- Regular Admission fees: $10/Ages18+, $5/Ages 5-17, Free for Ages 1-4.
LEGO Shipbuilding Day - March 1st
Our 10th annual LEGO Shipbuilding Day offers fun for all ages and skill levels. Build STEM-based models of historic and naval ships AND design your own ship in our free-play rooms. Prizes for ships built on site and at home.
Free admission & parking. Fees for some activities.
Shipbuilding Saturday - March 15
From 1:00-4:00pm, build a LEGO model of an historic or naval LEGO ship, then return the kit and tour our Maritime Museum!
- Free activities & parking. Museum hours are 10:00am-4:00pm.
- Regular Admission fees: $10/Ages18+, $5/Ages 5-17, Free for Ages 1-4.
Kalmar Nyckel's Last Battle - April 5th
From 1:00-4:00pm, learn about
Kalmar Nyckel's last voyage in the Battle of Buchan Ness. Then take a shot at “firing” an indoor cannon with your drill team. Do you have what it takes to sink a ship? Free family friendly activities to start your April!
Free admission & parking.
Buoyancy Challenge - Saturday, April 19
Build a boat from aluminum foil and straws, then test its buoyancy with lead weights. Who built the best boat in your squad? Activities run all day.
- Free activities & parking. Museum hours are 10:00am-4:00pm.
- Regular Admission fees: $10/Ages18+, $5/Ages 5-17, Free for Ages 1-4.
Opening Day - May 3rd Sailing & Free Deck Tours
Join us on
Opening Day with Noramco for free Maritime Center tours all day plus
free ship tours from 12:30-4:00pm. And our first day of Christina River Cruises starts at 10:00am. Tickets are on sale!
Maritime Outdoor Adventure Course - Spring
Stay tuned for a chance to check out low ropes stations on our new Outdoor Adventure Course. Now booking for spring/summer groups. Weather dependent.
Captain Kidd's Pirate Day Arrives Saturday, June 21
Ahoy shipmates and land lubbers! All are welcome for a day of family-friendly pirate games, cannon demonstrations. ship tours, crafts, and more. Costumes welcome and don't ferget yer eye patch!