• A section of the bowsprint and figurehead on the bow of BALCLUTHA.

    San Francisco Maritime

    National Historical Park California

Christmas At Sea on Hyde Street Pier offers unique family fun for all!

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Date: December 2, 2011
Contact: John Cunnane, 415-561-7049

BALCLUTHA moored at Hyde Street Pier.
BALCLUTHA at Hyde Street Pier.
NPS

Saturday, December 10, 2011, 3:00pm, aboard Balclutha. Admission: Adults, $5. Ages 15 and under, free (with adult supervision). Free with national park passes.

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park presents "Christmas At Sea!" This special holiday celebration features live music, refreshments, ornament-making, and a special visit from Santa Claus. All activities are held aboard the historic sailing ship Balclutha, berthed at Hyde Street Pier. The Dogwatch Nautical Band starts the festivities at 3:00pm, performing traditional sea chanteys with a holiday twist.

Kids of all ages will enjoy the popular ornament-making activities and refreshments from 3:00-4:45pm. As the band concludes its performance, a park ranger will read a popular holiday story.

Another highlight of the celebration is the arrival of the jolly fellow in the red coat. Santa arrives at 4:20pm, and will listen to children's wishes until the program ends at 4:45pm.

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park is located at the west end of Fishermans Wharf, in San Francisco. The park includes a magnificent fleet of historic ships, visitor center, Aquatic Park Historic District, and library. For more information about the park, or its public programs, please call 415-447-5000 or visit the park's website at http://www.nps.gov.safr
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