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San Francisco Maritime National Historical ParkAlcatraz, Hyde Street Pier and Balclutha at sunset on a stormy evening.
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San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Things To Do
 

Enjoy hands-on exhibits, information panels throughout the park and ships, videos, and tours.

Participate in park ranger-led interpretive programs such as "Small Craft on Hyde Street Pier," "Caulking a Seam," "Women at Sea," and a tour below decks of the Eureka ferryboat. Observe and join in on sail demonstrations aboard the Balclutha, including setting the staysail.

Other activities include:
Monthly sea chantey sing-a-long aboard one of the historic ships
Sea music concerts on the ships
Living history players
Lectures in the library
Programs designed especially for kids
Programs about lighthouses and lifesaving in the Visitor Center
Films in the Visitor Center
Small craft collection tour
Guided historic waterfront walking tour
Scow schooner Alma sailing program 

Click here for a schedule of park events.

For more information, call the Visitor Center, 415-447-5000.

 
Picture of a blue cell phone with white buttons.
Listen to the Maritime Voices audio tours
use your phone as a portal to maritime history
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A woman takes a sight using a sextant.
Schedule Of Upcoming Park Events
Link to a schedule of park events
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The park's quarterly newspaper, the Maritime News.
The Maritime News
Includes listings of park programs and events
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 Ranger Peter Kasin leads the chantry sing.
Monthly Chantey Sing
free sing-along on a historic ship
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Fog envelopes San Francisco Bay, leaving only the top of the Golden Gate Bridge visible.  

Did You Know?
“The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” Many attribute this phrase to Mark Twain, however the origin is unknown. It is a good thing to remember when visiting San Francisco Maritime during the summer. Don’t forget a coat, as the summer fog keeps temperatures in the city cool.

Last Updated: July 28, 2009 at 15:25 EST