Historic 1877 Tall Ship Elissa Visits Savannah, GA During National Sail 250 Tour

24jul(jul 24)11:00 am26(jul 26)8:00 pmHistoric 1877 Tall Ship Elissa Visits Savannah, GA During National Sail 250 TourThe 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is visiting Savannah’s River Street Waterfront July 24 – 26 during its national Sail250 voyage, marking a meaningful return to a port she last visited in 1894. Area-residents are invited to experience this living piece of maritime heritage up close with free deck tours and ticketed events throughout the weekend.

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The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is visiting Savannah, GA during its national Sail250 voyage, marking a meaningful return to a port she last visited in 1894. This historic arrival offers a rare opportunity to experience a living piece of maritime heritage up close, with deck tours inviting visitors on board to explore the ship’s craftsmanship, stories, and enduring legacy.

The ELISSA is making strategic port calls en route to and from the America 250 celebrations in New York Harbor including: New York NY (July 3-7), Boston MA (July 11-15), Savannah GA (July 24-26), and Pensacola FL (August 6-9).

Friday, July 24: FREE Deck Tours – 11 a.m.– 5 p.m.
*Tall Ship Happy Hour – 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. – Enjoy special pop-ups, Texas-based beer and wine, and kid-friendly options on these special evening gatherings!

Saturday, July 25: FREE Deck Tours – 11 a.m.– 5 p.m.
*Salute to Sunset Party – 7 p.m. – 9p.m. – Join us as we toast the end of the day and the start of the evening with food, drink, and music.

Sunday, July 26: FREE Deck Tours – 11 a.m.– 5 p.m.
*Tall Ship Happy Hour – 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. – Enjoy special pop-ups, Texas-based beer and wine, and kid-friendly options on these special evening gatherings!

Time

July 24, 2026 11:00 am - July 26, 2026 8:00 pm

Location

River Street Waterfront

1 W River St, Savannah, GA 31401

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