Each year, the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA takes to the Gulf of Mexico for her annual day sails. This yearly occurrence not only keeps her operating as one of the oldest ships of her type that actively sail in the world, but it also gives her volunteer crew the opportunity to use their skills learned from almost a year of training.
On July 28th, at 2 p.m., the Texas Seaport Museum will be welcoming interested individuals to the ship for an introductory meeting on what it takes to sail a National Historic Landmark and the Official Tall Ship of Texas. We’re hoping that The Post Newspaper would be interested in joining us for this event.
Those who participate in the Seamanship Training Program have the opportunity to learn ancient skills and techniques on maintaining a square-rigged sailing ship. After completing the classes, which take place on designated Saturdays, and contributing the required hours of work on the ship’s upkeep, participants are eligible to take ELISSA to sea.
This could be a great piece building on the success of our recent Tall Ships Galveston event or even a series as the crew is followed through the year as we lead to our 2019 day sails. We would also like to extend an invitation to join us sailing onboard the ship in 2019.
ELISSA was originally a 19th-century British cargo ship and specialized in calling at smaller ports of the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico. Today, ELISSA is one of only three pre-20th century sailing vessels that actively sails in the world.
Thank you for your time, and we look forward to welcoming you onboard soon. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Scarlette Grimes or Will Wright at will.wright@galvestonhistory.org or 409-765-3404.
Sincerely,
Galveston Historical Foundation Summer Intern
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