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San Francisco Maritime National Historical ParkAlcatraz, Hyde Street Pier and Balclutha at sunset on a stormy evening.
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San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
For Kids

for kids includes:

Be A Junior Ranger
Park Fun
 
 
Illustration of two small sailboats with red hulls and white sails.
Illustration by Inge Wessels

There's always something special going on for kids at the park.

Sing a sea chantey, create a maritime craft, earn a Junior Ranger badge, and take the wheel of a 19th century sailing ship.

Check the Schedule of Events for program dates and times. 

Pick up a free edition of The Maritime News and check out the kids' page on the back.

Kids ages 5-12 can pick up a free Junior Ranger Program activity booklet at the ticket booth or in the Visitor Center. Learn about the park and earn a badge.

Explore the exhibits in the Visitor Center and stroll down Hyde Street Pier.

Have a picnic and play on the beach.

 
Line drawing of a full-rigged ship by Inge Wessels.
Fun activities for the pier and visitor center
Crossword puzzle, ship shapes, and more
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The stern of the THAYER showing two rectangular-shaped openings.  

Did You Know?
Loading ports are small, watertight doors in a ship's hull that lead directly into the hold. Lumber could be more easily loaded into the hold through these ports rather than through the smaller hatches on the deck. These ports had to be caulked shut before the ship put to sea.
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Last Updated: November 24, 2008 at 16:54 EST