Public Engagement

This restoration project will take place principally on Pier 1 in Baltimore's Inner harbor. A tent will cover the work area on Pier 1 and the work area will feature an observation station where the public can view the work.

Visiting groups to the Historic Ships will take part in hands-on learning activities related to the rig project. The project will also incorporate Living Classrooms' workforce development programming by providing participants an opportunity to work alongside professionals and valuable work readiness skills while contributing to this historic preservation effort.

Public Talks About the Project

Weather permitting, visitors to Pier 1 will be able to view the work being done inside the "shipyard" tent. On select days, group tours will be offered to museum members and daily ticketholders, with the opportunity to tour the work being done on board and chat with the rig crew about work being done that day.

Pier 1 Observation Station

Throughout the project, the Historic Ships education team will create a hands-on education and observation station on Pier 1. This work area staged on Pier 1 will allow the public, students, and visitors to:

Learn about the 19th century rigging and shipbuilding practices

Observe skilled riggers at work using traditional maritime tools

Connect to Baltimore's shipyard heritage, once alive with caulkers, riggers, and craftsmen