Pride of Baltimore, Inc.

Pride of Baltimore, Inc. celebrates Maryland’s rich maritime heritage through the operation of Pride of Baltimore II, a reproduction of a 19th-century Baltimore Clipper topsail schooner. As a sailing ambassador for the state of Maryland Pride II connects people to the Chesapeake Bay’s working waterfronts and diverse maritime traditions. The ship offers public deck tours and hands-on sailing experiences that highlight the legacy of privateering, the War of 1812, and the region’s deep seafaring roots. With a professional crew of 12 living and working aboard, Pride II demonstrates 19th-century sailing techniques in real time, preserving the craftsmanship and culture of the Chesapeake Bay’s golden age of sail. Sailing across the Chesapeake Bay watershed and beyond, Pride II serves as a powerful tool for education, tourism, and economic development—bringing history to life while promoting Maryland around the world. Learn more at pride2.org.