Explore the great age of sail and steam on San Diego’s downtown waterfront. Through our award-winning educational programs, children relive history and learn about the science of the sea. We offer a variety of programs for K-12 school groups, scouts, families, and adults. Unique to the Maritime Museum is our ability to offer on-the-water adventures, including day sails and longboat rowing — perfect for youth or adult team-building programs.
Education
Maritime Museum of San Diego Education Programs
Relive history and explore the science of the sea at the Maritime Museum, where San Diego’s maritime heritage comes to life through award-winning educational programs.
Award-winning programs designed as immersive, hands-on explorations of history that complement classroom teaching.
Go rowing on San Diego Bay, get hands-on experience working the sailing technology of Star of India, and explore our diverse collection of ships.
We offer a variety of dockside and sailing programs for Scouting and other youth organizations.
Enjoy a three-hour day sail on San Diego Bay, where you will hoist sails, take the helm, and learn to tie the knots we use aboard ship.
A 1.5-hour interactive tour of our historic ships, tailored to your grade level and curriculum needs, with an optional San Diego Bay cruise.
Learn about the STEM of sailing technology and the wonders of our maritime environment.