Naval Museums in Norfolk, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
The “Apprentice”
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, January 19, 2022
1. The “Apprentice” Marker
The “Apprentice” is an exact replica of the launch used to transport Virginia Harbor Pilots to commercial ships to ensure safe navigation of the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. The Apprentice was launched from the deck of the 122' pilot schooner Virginia and the harbor pilots were rowed to their ship in this 16' surfboat crewed by apprentice pilots.
The present day schooner Virginia is berthed just steps from where you are now standing and is available for public viewing. Welcome Aboard!
Erected by The Nauticus Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 36° 50.823′ N, 76° 17.704′ W. Marker is in Norfolk, Virginia. It is in Naval Museums. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Main Street and Waterside Drive (Virginia Route 337), in the median. The marker is located at the entrance to the Nauticus Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk VA 23510, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Downtown Waterfront Revitalization (within shouting distance of this marker); The Cannonball Trail (within shouting distance of this marker); Armed Forces Memorial
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Photographed By Brandon D Cross, January 19, 2022
2. The “Apprentice” Marker
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, January 19, 2022
3. The “Apprentice” Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 26, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 2, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 92 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 2, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
