Maine's First Ship
Maine's First Ship
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NHjo
Saco, ME7,955 contributions
Oct 2022
It was fascinating to view the replica of Maine's first ocean-going ship, the 1607 pinnace Virginia, and learn how it was reconstructed. The historic Bath Freight Shed was built in 1890 and has its own amazing story. It's also used for public events and Bath's winter farmers market.
Written 16 October 2022
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9605etterunner
Orlando, FL12 contributions
Oct 2019
Jim was very knowledgable and we learned a lot. Displays were very interesting. Unusal to see a period ship in process of being constructred on site.
Written 30 October 2019
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Protraveler02
Cleveland, OH121 contributions
Jul 2019
My wife and I tripped across this place while wandering around Bath. A very low glitz experience but very real and personal. Learned all kinds of things I didn't know and was amazed by the the ship building.
Definitely worth a visit, even if you only have a short time to spend. Or slow down a bit and spend some time soaking in this experience.
No admission charge, just a donation. Once you see this, you'll be glad too donate.
Definitely worth a visit, even if you only have a short time to spend. Or slow down a bit and spend some time soaking in this experience.
No admission charge, just a donation. Once you see this, you'll be glad too donate.
Written 30 August 2019
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newfound721
New Haven, CT63 contributions
Aug 2019
We learned all about shipbuilding at the Maine Maritime Museum, and to see the Virginia being built with the same process was happily serendipitous. This is a work of love, and worth seeing. Check their website for hours as they are not open every day.
Written 28 August 2019
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Wendy P
United States139 contributions
Aug 2019
We found this by chance and dropped in - so glad that we did.
As previous reviewers have said this is a project to built a 'replica' of the Virginia which was built in Maine in 1607, 13 years before the Mayflower arrived, and designed to explore the US coast but sailed across the Atlantic.
The volunteers were amazing and you can go right into the boat shed and talk about how they started, where they acquired their timber, problems they have encountered, where they are now and plans for the future.
It is an amazing place which shows what a group of volunteers can achieve when they all work together. The time they are devoting to achieve this, the spirit and determination is infectious.
We are returning to England before the launch date but will watch the progress with great interest,
As previous reviewers have said this is a project to built a 'replica' of the Virginia which was built in Maine in 1607, 13 years before the Mayflower arrived, and designed to explore the US coast but sailed across the Atlantic.
The volunteers were amazing and you can go right into the boat shed and talk about how they started, where they acquired their timber, problems they have encountered, where they are now and plans for the future.
It is an amazing place which shows what a group of volunteers can achieve when they all work together. The time they are devoting to achieve this, the spirit and determination is infectious.
We are returning to England before the launch date but will watch the progress with great interest,
Written 21 August 2019
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ltoplee
Wells, ME28 contributions
Aug 2019
Great history on Maine’s First Ship. The guide was a good historian that was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the visit
Written 7 August 2019
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HOWARD Z
West Palm Beach, Florida, USA86 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
We visited the USS Virginia which is a replica of a boat used by the first colonists to the area. They built this boat so that they could return to Europe.
There is a small exhibit area in the barn that has interesting ship parts and actual masts and spars that will be used on the boat.
The ship is being built by volunteers and whenever possible they are constructing with tools and techniques of the era....quite a challenge!
They expect to reach completion is 343 days! Good luck! Check schedule....not open every day.
There is a small exhibit area in the barn that has interesting ship parts and actual masts and spars that will be used on the boat.
The ship is being built by volunteers and whenever possible they are constructing with tools and techniques of the era....quite a challenge!
They expect to reach completion is 343 days! Good luck! Check schedule....not open every day.
Written 3 July 2019
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Patrick D
Ayer, MA46 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Go see this ancient shipbuilding technique by modern artisan. Very cool and one of a kind! Great to climb stairs and see the ship skeleton from above.
Written 27 November 2018
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thebeerdude
Alameda, CA15 contributions
May 2017 • Business
I was staying at the Hampton Inn in Bath Maine and was out walking and came across this free exhibit. It is quite a site to see and there were many other static displays. The staff was very nice and was able to answer my many questions about boat building. Donations are appreciated.
Written 5 January 2018
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imurbanwalker
flushing, ny388 contributions
Oct 2017 • Solo
A happen chance opportunity & one I am glad to have stayed to experience. The docent was charming, knowledgeable and the displays were interesting. I was alone, but there was a young family there at the same time & I noted with delight that the youngsters were interested and curious as well.
Written 8 December 2017
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MAINE'S FIRST SHIP (Bath) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Maine's First Ship
- We recommend booking Maine's First Ship tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Maine's First Ship tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Maine's First Ship:
- (0.46 km) Hampton Inn Bath (Brunswick Area), ME
- (0.55 km) Middle Street Inn
- (0.62 km) Kennebec Inn
- (1.00 km) Benjamin F. Packard House Bed and Breakfast
- (1.17 km) Residence Inn by Marriott Bath Brunswick Area
- Restaurants near Maine's First Ship:
- (0.05 km) Relish
- (0.07 km) Cafe Creme
- (0.17 km) J R Maxwell & Co.
- (0.13 km) Byrnes Irish Pub
- (0.11 km) Southgate Family Restaurant