Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour

Explore Providence's Ship Graveyard with Expert Guide at Bold Point

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  • Explore Rhode Island’s Largest Ship Graveyard at Bold Point
  • 75-Minute Exploration of Providence Waterways & Green Jacket Shoal
  • Join an Expert Marine Archaeology Expert on the Guided Tour

Embark on a fascinating journey through history with an engaging 75-minute boat tour of Green Jacket Shoal at Bold Point in East Providence, Rhode Island. Led by expert guide David Robinson, explore the waterways and discover the intriguing stories behind Rhode Island's largest ship graveyard.Bold Point, once home to the Providence Dry Dock & Marine Railway Company in the late 1800s and early 1900s, is steeped in maritime history. The vessels resting at Green Jacket Shoal were abandoned there at the end of their working lives, stripped of valuable machinery and hardware before finding their final resting place. Learn about the company's role in maintaining vessels on Narragansett Bay and uncover the secrets of these shipwrecks during this immersive experience.This boat tour offers a unique and informative adventure for history enthusiasts and maritime lovers alike. Whether you are seeking an educational outing or a memorable gift for a friend or family member, the Boat Tour of Green Jacket Shoal promises an unforgettable experience exploring Rhode Island's rich nautical heritage.

Where to Go for Scenic City Cruises in Providence

  • Providence, Rhode Island

Group Size and Spectator Info

Participants
The Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour is valid for 1 participant unless additional are added to the certificate.

Guests
This experience is not suitable for non-paying guests.

When can you book Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour

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How Long Is The Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour

The Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour is typically 1 hour and 15 minutes. Arriving a minimum of 15 minutes or more prior to all reservations is suggested.

More About Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour

Join guide David Robinson, Director of the MA Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources, for a 75-minute exploration of the Providence waterways & Green Jacket Shoal at Bold Point, deemed “Rhode Island’s largest ship graveyard!" Bold Point, located in East Providence, RI, had once hosted the Providence Dry Dock & Marine Railway Company, a shipyard that repaired and maintained vessels in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Its floating dry dock was the first on Narragansett Bay and was used, along with two marine railways, to haul ships out of the water for repairs and service. The vessels off Bold Point were abandoned there “at the end of their working lives.’’ Many were likely transported to the company’s yard from within Providence Harbor, stripped of their valuable machinery and hardware—engines, boilers, paddle wheels, whistles, clocks, navigational instruments, rigging gear, bells, chairs and even chandeliers—and then moved a short distance to Green Jacket Shoal to rest in peace.

Does Weather Impact Scenic City Cruises

The Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour may be rescheduled by the operator of the activity due to inclement weather conditions. Reservations cancelled due to weather can be rescheduled for an alternative date and time.

What to Wear for Scenic City Cruises

Dress for the weather. Specific requirements, if any will be provided upon reservation confirmation.

What To Know Before You Go

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

ITEM/SKU NUMBER: US-17069-0008

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Reservation And Cancelation Policy

Changes to reservations for the Providence Ship Graveyard Exploration Tour cannot be made once the date of this Experience is reserved. Xperience Certificates® cannot be exchanged once a reservation for the experience has been made.

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