Attention Coos Bay Visitors and Residents! We are in for a big treat this week. Beginning today, March 19, The Hawaiian Chieftain will be in Coos Bay for the next 5 days as part of its ‘Hands-on History for Youth” tour of the West Coast.The Hawaiian Chieftain is a magnificant replica of a typical 19th century European merchant trader commonly used to carry coastal trade along the Atlantic coastal cities and towns. The hull shape and rigging are similar to those of Spanish explorer’s ships used in the expeditions of the late 18th century along the Washington, Oregon, and California coasts.
Oregon coast visitors and residents can experience a hands on nautical history lesson aboard the ship while in Coos Bay.
The Hawaiian Chieftain offers Walk-on tours and three-hour Adventure Sails. For sail times and ticket information, visit www.historicalseaport.org.