The Star of India, San Diego’s treasured museum ship, anchored in heritage and history, is giving the public a reason to get their sea legs ready. This maritime marvel is celebrating her 161st birthday and is doing so by rolling out the welcome gangplank to one and all. For a limited time during her birthday weekend, free tours are being offered—a gesture buoying the spirits of locals and tourists alike. According to
FOX 5 San Diego
, these complimentary tours are available Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
And it’s not just a weekend of free admission making a splash. The Maritime Museum of San Diego took to Instagram to announce, “Join us in celebrating the Star of India on her 161st Birthday—what a milestone!” The post by
@sdmaritime
reminds us that this isn’t just any ship. The Star of India is the world’s oldest active sailing vessel and iron-hulled merchant ship still afloat. Having sailed around the world 21 times, the Star of India is more than just a relic; she’s a bridge between past and present.
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The ship’s storied past began in 1863 as the Euterpe, and after decades of navigating the global currents, she eventually anchored in San Diego’s cultural landscape. Acquired by the Zoological Society of San Diego in the twilight of the 1920s, the Star of India was destined to become the centerpiece of a maritime museum that now proudly stands as an emblem of California’s rich nautical history. It’s an origin story that packs more punch than fiction, and it is as real as the salt air that fills your lungs as you stand on her decks.
The festivities around the Star of India aren’t just about looking back; they’re about steering towards the future. Donations are welcomed and appreciated by those who wish to contribute to the ship’s upkeep and ensure she continues hoisting her sails for years. Those unable to attend in person are encouraged to donate online through a link provided by the museum. As detailed by
@sdmaritime
on Instagram, sharing the ship’s story is another way to keep her legacy afloat.
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