DETROIT – Numerous Tall Ships are coming to the Detroit riverfront for multiple days this summer.
The Alliance, Empire Sandy, Pride of Baltimore, and Ernestina-Morrissey will be at the Sail Detroit Festival.
The event takes place along the Detroit riverfront between Hart Plaza and the Renaissance Center, from Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10. Tickets can be purchased here.
“There are so many lessons that can be taught with these ships,” said Mark Schrupp, Executive Director, Port Authority. “Our guests will learn about maritime careers, history, sustainability and Detroit as an important port when they come down to see the Ships.”
The Tall Ships will arrive on August 7, traveling along the Riverfront, before docking for three days of public access.
Ticket holders will be able to board the Tall Ships, meet the crews and learn about the rich sailing history of the Great Lakes.
There is also a special ticket available for purchase which allows guests to set sail aboard the Alliance for a 90-minute cruise.
Along with Detroit, the Tall Ships will make stops at Duluth, MN and Erie, PA, among other ports this summer.