Friday, May 7 is First Fridays in downtown Havre de Grace, with all the festivities attached.
Pride of Baltimore II will sail into Havre de Grace on Friday evening, dock and be open to the public for viewing (not boarding though) on Saturday & Sunday, May 8 & 9. The ship sails Monday morning, May 10.
See you there for selfies!
Friday, May 7
5:00 pm: Ship’s Arrival
Watch the ship sail into HdG, announcing her arrival with cannon fire. See the crew take in sail, secure the vessel to the dock, and prepare it for its weekend stay.
6:00 pm: Mosaic Project’s “Dawn’s Early Light”
Be transported back in time as you listen to stories of actual people who were here during the British Invasion on May 3, 1813. Interact with these historical figures and learn about their experiences.
Saturday, May 8
9:00 am: “Coffee with the Captain”
Watch a virtual program featuring Pride II’s Captain Jan Miles with special guest HdG Mayor Bill Martin, streamed live on the Pride’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/prideII.
10:00 am – 4:00 pm:
Pride II
Take a close-up view of this replica War of 1812 privateer schooner and witness crewmembers at work. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, the ship is unable to offer deck tours or day sails.
Shoreside Exhibits
Explore the history of the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake Bay area and highlight the nationally significant connection to the region through the shoreside traveling exhibit located next to the Pride II.
War of 1812 Encampment
Witness a living history display through this re-created troop camp. Interact with historical interpreters that describe and depict the daily life of the soldiers.
Sunday, May 9
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm:
Pride II
Take a close-up view of this replica War of 1812 privateer schooner and witness crewmembers at work. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, the ship is unable to offer deck tours or day sails.
Shoreside Exhibits
Explore the history of the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake Bay area and highlight the nationally significant connection to the region through the shoreside traveling exhibit located next to the Pride II.
War of 1812 Encampment
Witness a living history display through this re-created troop camp. Interact with historical interpreters that describe and depict the daily life of the soldiers.
Event Partners:
Maryland Heritage Areas Authority
City of Havre de Grace
Pride of Baltimore, Inc.
National Park Service: Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail
Maryland Heritage Areas Authority
City of Havre de Grace
Pride of Baltimore, Inc.
National Park Service: Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail