Specifications

  • Draft: 12.75
  • Beam: 24
  • Rig Height: 112
  • Sail Area: 6385
  • Tons: 98
  • Hull: Wood

Organization: Nauticus Foundation

Story

VIRGINIA is a reproduction of the last all-sail vessel built for the Virginia Pilot Association. The original ship sailed for the pilots off the coast of the Virginia Capes from 1917 to 1926. It was used for training apprentice harbor pilots in seamanship and navigation. This vessel, built and launched in Norfolk in 2005, is owned by the Nauticus Foundation. A dedicated group of volunteers and professional crew members operate and maintain the ship throughout the year.

VIRGINIA’s purpose is to support Nauticus’ mission by being:
• A floating classroom providing community children with hands-on education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
• A functioning example of classic tall ship design offering impactful maritime experiences to youth, community volunteers, and the public.
• A sailing vessel to share access to maritime resources and an important component of a leading maritime discovery center.

Facts

  • USCG Certification: Passenger Vessel (Subchapter T), Inland, Near Coastal
  • Who Sails: Youth, Adults, Scouts, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College
  • Program Type: Sail Training, Passenger Daysails, Private Charters, Marine Science, Nautical Science & Seamanship, Summer Camp, Goodwill Ambassador, Scouts, Museum Education, Team Building
  • Normal Cruising Waters:
    • Winter: Chesapeake Bay
    • Summer: Chesapeake Bay
  • Year Launched: 2005
  • Website: https://nauticus.org