What Became of the Original Schooner America?
May 9, 2025
Days after she won the prize that became the America’s Cup, she was sold, but that was not the end.
Days after she won the prize that became the America’s Cup, she was sold, but that was not the end.
Elisha Taylor Baker’s painting of the vessel built in 1876 shows a moment in its infancy.
The Maine-based painter encourages students to observe and paint dynamic marine surroundings.
The mast on the schooner Grace Bailey snapped, just a mile east of Rockland Harbor.
Dan Tobyne photos Nestled on a marsh island along the Essex River and overlooking the river basin, the H.A. Burnham boatyard strongly resembles an Andrew
The parents of Danielle Wright have suspended their private search for their daughter and other crewmembers aboard the 84-year-old schooner Niña, but families, friends and
The Lunenburg Industrial Foundry, which provided the yard and the mechanical systems for the Bluenose project, is the largest shipbuilding and repair facility in Lunenburg
Sapphire skies, juicy green meadows and sparkling water. Not a blade of grass out of whack. It was a day to remember in the town
Preserved history Between 1926 and 1947, Robert H.I. Goddard photographed many of the last coasting schooners on the East Coast, catching them in their glory
This next-generation bowrider is for those who take dayboating very seriously.
The builder expands its line of Luxury Express cruisers with a new 39-footer.
Travel in the wake of Capt. John Smith up this tranquil river in eastern Virginia.
A new whale-tracking map reveals where hazards overlap with key migration routes.
The New York builder debuts the 255 Annapolis and an updated 23 CC Chatham.
Tested in Newport, this electric outboard proves quick, clean and oh so quiet.
Built tough in aluminum, Jasper’s Defender 22 is a rugged pocket cruiser made for adventure.
The Wisconsin builder launches its first adventure-style cruiser.
Cast lines or cruise, this new center console does it all.
How copper kept the Royal Navy afloat amid war and shipworms.
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