Becoming a Privateer Society Member is the best way to support Pride’s mission of promoting historical maritime education, fostering economic development and tourism, and representing the people of Maryland in every port she visits. Contributions and donations made to Pride of Baltimore, Inc. benefit Pride’s educational programs, sailing activities, and ship operations. The organization relies exclusively on grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual philanthropy to keep the vessel sailing.

Together we can help Pride continue sailing into the 21st century. Become a member today!

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Class of ship:Baltimore Clipper
Rig:Topsail Schooner
Length of hull:109 feet
Length at
waterline:
91 feet
Sparred
Length:
157 feet
Beam:26 feet, 2 inches
Draft:12 feet, 6 inches
Load at
waterline:
185.5 long tons
Air draft:107 feet
Sail area:9,705 sq ft
Launched:April 30, 1988
Commissioned:October 23, 1988
Construction
time:
18 months
Naval
architect:
Thomas C.
Gillmer
Master
Builder:
G. Peter
Boudreau