Historic Vessels

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park maintains the largest and most diverse collection of national historic landmark ships in the United States. The fleet of six historic ships—five of which are national historic landmarks—represents a significant period in maritime commerce from the late 19th to mid-20th century, when the industry shifted from sail to mechanical power. These ships provide a variety of opportunities to learn about maritime preservation and experience the development of trade methods and technologies in sailing ships and steam vessels.

The ships in our park's collection have been moved temporarily due to the Hyde Street Rebuild Project. They are now located at the Mare Island Naval Shipyard. The park will open one ship or more at Mare Island in Vallejo, CA on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm, pending staff availability. When the Hyde Street Pier rebuild is finished, the ships will be moved back to Hyde Street Pier. Hyde Street Pier is closed at this time. The ships are berthed at the Mare Island Coal Sheds.

Mare Island Coal Sheds,
860 Nimitz Ave.
Vallejo, CA 94592