Membership

Become a Member. Keep Baltimore’s Maritime Stories Alive.

Membership at Historic Ships in Baltimore is more than a year of admission benefits. It is a way to stay connected to our historic fleet, help preserve the vessels and stories that bring maritime history to life, and help make our Seaport a place where everyone feels welcome and connected.

As a member, you help us:

• Preserve our historic fleet through ongoing restoration, maintenance, and stewardship of these remarkable vessels.

• Bring maritime history to life through engaging exhibits, historic artifacts, and immersive living history experiences.

• Inspire the next generation through educational opportunities that connect students and young people with our maritime heritage.

• Create meaningful opportunities for connection through special programs, unique experiences, and new ways to explore our ships and their stories.

• Build a welcoming, community-centered Seaport where everyone can discover history, connect with one another, and feel a sense of belonging on Baltimore’s waterfront.

Whether you are discovering the ships for the first time or returning to a familiar favorite, your membership helps keep maritime history alive while making the Seaport a place where everyone belongs.

Join us and be a part of Baltimore's story.

Members enjoy year-round access to our historic fleet, special savings, and opportunities to stay connected to Baltimore’s maritime heritage. Your membership also helps preserve our historic vessels and lighthouse and bring their stories to life.

All memberships are valid for one year from the date of purchase and can be renewed.

Core Membership Benefits

Every Historic Ships in Baltimore membership includes:

• Free, unlimited admission to all four historic ships and the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

• The Deck Log annual newsletter with updates and stories from Historic Ships

• Event notifications to keep you informed about upcoming programs and special experiences

• 10% discount on purchases from the Ships’ Store

• 20% discount on tickets to Historic Ships events*

Petty Officer | Individual Membership| $50

Enjoy all core membership benefits for one individual.

Ship’s Crew | Small Family Membership | $75

All core membership benefits for up to four members of the same household.

Sailing Master | Large Family Membership | $125

All core membership benefits for up to eight members of the same household, plus:

• Reciprocal maritime museum admission: A Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM) card providing free general admission to participating maritime museums across North America. View participating museums.

• Reciprocal local museum admission: A Greater Baltimore History Alliance (GBHA) card providing free general admission for two people at participating Baltimore museums. View participating museums.

CaptaIn | 1-Star Supporter | $250

All Sailing Master benefits, plus:

• Private ship tour for up to 10 people aboard the ship of your choice (reservations required)

• $125 private rental credit toward a rental at Historic Ships in Baltimore

• Invitation to an exclusive “State of the Ships“ event with the Executive Director

Commodore | 2-Star Supporter | $500

All Captain benefits, plus:

• $250 private rental credits toward a rental at Historic Ships in Baltimore

Admiral | 3-Star Supporter | $1,000

All Commodore benefits, plus:

• $500 total in private rental credits toward a rental at Historic Ships in Baltimore

• VIP access at the “State of the Ships" event

* Event discounts may be subject to exclusions or other restrictions. Please confirm applicable terms when purchasing tickets.

Online

Click here to purchase membership online.

By Telephone

If you are interested in purchasing through telephone, call us at:

In Person

Please visit our museum building at Pier 1, next to USS Constellation.

By Mail

First, download and fill out the Join or Renewal form (if you are purchasing membership for yourself or your immediate family) or the Gift Membership form (if you are giving membership as a gift to a third party).

Once completed, send the form and payment to: