How old is the Elissa ship in Galveston?
141-year-
By Gerald McLeod, Fri., April 19, 2019. The Elissa was no stranger to Galveston when she was towed to the Texas harbor to become a museum piece in 1979. Forty years later, the 141-year-old iron-hull tall ship is a sailing school and monument to the days of wind-powered commerce at the Texas Seaport Museum.
What kind of ship is the Elissa?
iron barque
Galveston Historical Foundation brought ELISSA, an 1877 square-rigged iron barque, from a scrapyard in Piraeus Harbor, Greece to Galveston to begin restoration work in 1978.
What was the Elissa ship used for?
Elissa was built in Aberdeen, Scotland as a merchant vessel in a time when steamships were overtaking sailing ships. She was originally launched on October 27, 1877.
When did the Elissa come to Galveston?
After setting sail for Texas on June 25, 1979, the Elissa arrived off Galveston on July 20. Over the next three years, she underwent a complete restoration, including new masts, rigging, sails, and deck. (The total cost of the project was about $4.2 million.)
Is the Galveston ferry running today?
More than 8 million passengers ride the Port Aransas and Galveston-Port Bolivar ferries annually. The two routes operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, weather permitting.
How many cars can a ferry hold?
Each ferry — the route has one ferry that holds 90 cars and two that hold 124 cars — can hold more cars than can queue up on the dock.
How long is the wait for the ferry Galveston?
The Galveston ferry wait time is anywhere between 15 minutes to over an hour during the busiest times of year.
What is the largest ferry in the world?
Stena Hollandica
Stena Hollandica is the world’s biggest ferry in the world and operates under the Swedish, Stena Line. The ship was launched on 16th May 2010 and in one year of its launching, has become a very popular retreat for tourists. The ship was built in the Nordic yards in Germany.
Are there alligators in Galveston Texas?
Yes, while it is not an everyday occurrence alligators do enjoy a day at the beach as well. Alligators that live in our bodies of freshwater throughout the island collect parasites on their body as shown to the left.
Where did the tall ship Elissa come from?
During construction, the museum will be closed, however, tours of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA and our Harbor Tours are available daily. Galveston Historical Foundation brought ELISSA, an 1877 square-rigged iron barque, from a scrapyard in Piraeus Harbor, Greece to Galveston to begin restoration work in 1978.
Is the 1877 tall ship Elissa wheelchair accessible?
Fee includes access to the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa’s decks, galleries, officers’ quarters, and galley for use as a serving area or bar, as well as the museum’s pier, galleries, and restrooms. All functions must be catered; no kitchen facilities are available. Wheelchair accessible, except Elissa. For more information or reservations:
When did the Elissa sail for the first time?
She has survived numerous modifications including installation of an engine, and the incremental removal of all her rigging and masts. Elissa made her first voyage as a restored sailing ship in 1985, traveling to Corpus Christi, Texas.
Where did the ship Elissa go for repairs?
In 1979, after a year in Greece having repairs done to her hull, Elissa was first towed to Gibraltar. There, she was prepared for an ocean tow by Captain Jim Currie of the New Orleans surveyors J.K. Tynan International. The restoration process continued until she was ready for tow on June 7, 1979.