Fells Point in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Lady Maryland
Living Classrooms
— Est. 1985 —
April 1, 2023
1. Lady Maryland Marker
Lady Maryland is an authentic reproduction of a Chesapeake Bay pungy schooner. Beginning in the early 19th century, pungies were considered to be among the fastest of all Bay watercraft, and were frequently used to carry perishable cargoes — such as fruits, vegetables, and fish — throughout the region. Similar in design to the famous Baltimore Clippers, pungies were noteworthy for their speed, maneuverability, and beauty, as well as for their brightly colored green and pink topsides.
Lady Maryland is the only pungy schooner in existence today. Built in 1986 by a team of shipwrights and students, she was the first hands-on learning project undertaken by Living Classrooms Foundation. Sailing with thousands of students each year, Lady Maryland travels between the Chesapeake region and New England every season to continue her work as a "living classroom." Students of diverse backgrounds and abilities "learn by doing" as they explore the unique ecology, history, and economics of the Chesapeake Bay and coastal regions.
Length Overall 104'
Length on Deck 72'
Gross tonnage 60 tons
Rig Height 92'
Beam 22'
Draft 7'6"
Erected by Living Classrooms
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1986.
Location. 39° 16.733′ N, 76° 35.781′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in Fells Point. Marker can be reached from Thames Street south of Point Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1417 Thames St, Baltimore MD 21231, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sigsbee (a few steps from this marker); Welcome to the Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park & Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); The Marine Railway (within shouting distance of this marker); Frederick Douglass Sculpture (within shouting distance of this marker); Archaeological Remains (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Welcome to the Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park & Museum (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Hankin Healthy Harbor Walking Tour (about 600 feet away); The Black Shipbuilders of the Chesapeake Bay (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.
Additional keywords. Lady Maryland
April 1, 2023
2. Lady Maryland
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