At her commissioning, Pride of Baltimore was charged by Mayor William Donald Schaefer with a clear mission: to sail widely and share the spirit of Baltimore wherever she went. From the outset,

As we continue our weekly journey through 50 Years of Pride, we do so at a remarkable convergence of history. In 2026–2027, several milestones come together in what is truly

With the name settled on as Pride of Baltimore, construction moved swiftly. By December 1976, the hull was completely planked, the deck laid, and the hatches framed. In those months, the

Last week, we sailed back in time, celebrating the famed Baltimore Clipper Chasseur. This week, we return to the shores of the Inner Harbor and the construction of the first Baltimore

This week gives us a wonderful excuse to honor one of Baltimore’s most legendary ships. As we mark the December 12, 1812 launch of Chasseur, it’s the perfect moment to revisit

  Photo: Peter Boudreau fairing planks during the build of Pride. Photo courtesy of Michael Szrom Pride of Baltimore is, at its heart, a story of people. From the Mayor who supported