Sail the Potomac with us April through October. Help haul the lines and set sail, or sit back and relax.
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Specialty sails feature a selection of beers, wines, spirits and/or cocktails from different local breweries, wineries and distilleries.
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Charter Providence for an unforgettable birthday or anniversary party, sit down dinner, holiday reception, wedding or corporate event.
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The Senator John Warner Maritime Heritage Center can be reserved for private functions; with picturesque views and located along historic Old Town Alexandria’s waterfront.
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The sloop Providence, initially known as Katy, was part of a fleet owned by John Brown of Providence, Rhode Island. Dating back to the late 1760s, the ship’s recorded voyages reveal its versatile use as a merchant ship and privateer during its early years.
In 1966, a young Harvard graduate in Rhode Island named John Fitzhugh Millar became aware of the approaching American Bicentennial. Noticing that few people were acknowledging this significant milestone, Millar believed that Newport, being a maritime hub and the catalyst for the establishment of the Continental Navy, should contribute to the upcoming national celebration by emphasizing the maritime aspect of Revolutionary history.
Tall Ship Providence maintains an archive of video essays, educational videos, sea shanties performed by our crew, and interviews with sailing professionals for those interested in learning more about Revolutionary War era maritime history or the modern-day tall ship industry. Watch the video above to learn more about LGBTQ+ sailors in the maritime industry in celebration of Pride Month, or visit our playlist of over 200 videos produced by the Tall Ship Providence Foundation.
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Dockside Tours
Step back in time and into the life of a sailor serving in the Continental Navy under the command of the legendary Captain John Paul Jones in our immersive one-hour tour.
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