Newport Harbor Nautical Museum

Tall Ship Program

Year established:

1999

Age range or class year(s):

K through Grade 6

Annual # of students:

700

Number of participants since inception:

3,500

Duration / when held:

During the annual Tall Ships visits

Program objectives:

The Lynx

Tall ships tell the story of long ago ancient mariners.  Each year at least one tall ship ties up at the Museum's dock and all Orange County school kids, from K-6th grade are invited to come aboard and experience these historic vessels. Crew interaction is stressed.

Program Status: Suspended

Suspended. Unfortunately, there is not enough depth at our Fun Zone location for the "Lynx" to dock. In lieu of this program, we are working on a re-creation of "Pirate Days". Our Education main page will provide an update when more information is available.