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SUMMARY:Sailabration: Sailing Traditions in Ink
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/sailabration-sailing-traditions-in-ink/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
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CREATED:20250501T194247Z
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UID:31754-1748602800-1748606400@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Farewell and Fair Winds 2025
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/farewell-and-fair-winds-2025/
LOCATION:Pier 1\, 301 East Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
DTSTAMP:20250915T143141Z
CREATED:20250708T180453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143141Z
UID:31863-1758970800-1758988800@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Sailabration 2025
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/sailabration-2025/
LOCATION:Broadway Pier\, 920 South Broadway\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21231\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pride of Baltimore":MAILTO:pride2@pride2.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260311T202400Z
CREATED:20260309T221113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T202400Z
UID:32755-1776967200-1776974400@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Sing the Bay Fantastic!
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/sing-the-bay-fantastic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T164347Z
CREATED:20260306T165315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T164347Z
UID:32722-1778756400-1778760000@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Legacy & Horizons
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/legacy-horizons/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T210325Z
CREATED:20260521T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T210325Z
UID:32896-1780765200-1780776000@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Rum Release
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/rum-release/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T234538Z
CREATED:20260604T233057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234538Z
UID:32954-1780765200-1783789200@pride2.org
SUMMARY:Legacy in Motion
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/legacy-in-motion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T032753Z
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SUMMARY:Sailabration 2026
DESCRIPTION:SAILABRATION: SAILING TRADITIONS IN INK								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PMBroadway Pier • Fell’s Point • FREE								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Join Pride of Baltimore II on Broadway Pier for a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration of sailors\, stories\, tattoos\, music\, and community. Held in historic Fell’s Point\, where Baltimore’s privateers helped earn the city a reputation as a “nest of pirates\,” Sailabration celebrates the traditions sailors carried across oceans through music\, art\, tattoos\, and shared experiences. Experience Baltimore’s maritime culture through live tattooing\, music and performances\, living history\, hands-on activities\, and family-friendly fun. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					INK & SAILORS				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Get Tattooed at Sailabration				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Baltimore Tattoo Museum returns with founder Chris Keaton\, offering special souvenir tattoos of Pride II during the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Choose from the artwork pictured here in black outline or full color. Tattoos are approximately 2.25″ H × 3″ L\, take about 20 minutes\, and range from $150–$200 depending on placement. Questions? Contact Lori at Lori@pride2.org. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									See Traditional Handpoke Tattooing								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Before the electric tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by a former sailor\, tattoos were made by hand\, one poke at a time. Aboard ship\, sailors used what they had on hand—including sail needles\, India ink\, laundry bluing\, and even gunpowder. Owen Payette McGarry\, “Handpoke Tattooer\,” demonstrates this traditional technique and explores its long connection to sailors and life at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Explore the Stories Behind Sailor Tattoos								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Maritime historian and author Andrew Lyter brings the world of early American sailors to life through stories of tattoos\, traditions\, and life at sea. Explore what sailors chose to ink on their bodies\, what those symbols meant\, and how tattooing became an enduring part of maritime culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					STEP ABOARD PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Come aboard Baltimore’s world-traveling tall ship! Explore above and below decks\, meet the crew\, and discover what it takes to live and work aboard a traditional sailing vessel today. Along the way\, learn how Baltimore Clippers made their mark on history and how Pride of Baltimore II carries Baltimore’s maritime story to ports around the world. Deck tours are free throughout the festival. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					LIVE HISTORY & PERFORMANCE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ms. Story’s Living HistoryShemika Renee created Ms. Story’s Living History to honor the struggles and triumphs of Black women in history through first-person performance. Her portrayals introduce audiences to women whose lives helped shape their communities and the nation. At Sailabration\, meet a fascinating woman from Fell’s Point whose story influenced Baltimore’s sailing and waterways culture. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color GuardStart the day with a bang! The Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland Color Guard brings the era of Baltimore’s privateers to life with a historic musket demonstration and a look at the weapons and military traditions of the War of 1812. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Frederick Douglass Comes to LifeNathan M. Richardson\, poet\, author\, and nationally acclaimed Frederick Douglass historian\, brings one of America’s most influential voices to life through first-person interpretation. Discover Douglass’s remarkable story and his deep connection to Baltimore\, where his years along the waterfront helped shape the man who would become an abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Ship’s Company ChanteymenHear the songs that once echoed across ships and waterfronts. Ship’s Company Chanteymen bring the music of 18th- and 19th-century sailors to life with work songs\, sea chanteys\, and tunes that helped crews keep time\, work together\, and pass the long hours at sea. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Shelby BlondellSongwriter\, singer\, and advocate Shelby Blondell brings heartfelt storytelling and dynamic performances to Sailabration. Her music spans pop\, rock\, folk\, and Christian\, inspiring audiences with resilience\, hope\, and joy. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					HANDS-ON FUN				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sailor Skills & Family FunThere’s plenty for younger sailors to do at Sailabration! Stop by the Kidzone to make friendship bracelets\, learn to tie sailor’s knots\, test your skills with giant USA Jenga\, and enjoy hands-on activities throughout the day. Free activities for all ages. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					EXPLORE MARITIME BALTIMORE & THE CHESAPEAKE				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									History MachineExplore the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseDiscover the story behind the flag that inspired our national anthem. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Naval History and Heritage CommandExplore stories from more than two centuries of U.S. Navy history. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Historic Ships in BaltimoreDiscover Baltimore’s extraordinary collection of historic vessels. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Baltimore National Heritage AreaExplore the people\, places\, and stories that make Baltimore unique. 								\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									MDTA — Key Bridge RebuildSee what’s ahead for Baltimore’s new Key Bridge. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSSailabration is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community partners\, helping us keep this one-of-a-kind waterfront festival free and open to all.
URL:https://pride2.org/event/sailabration-2026/
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