Highlights

Masters of Craft: Meet a Few of the Authors Who Build, Repair, and Inspire
July 22, 2025
This year’s Wooden Boat Festival brings together authors whose work has shaped the world of wooden boats and maritime craftsmanship.…

Traditional Ropemaking Returns!
July 22, 2025
We’re thrilled to welcome back one of our favorite keepers of traditional ropemaking—Hardanger Maritime Centre from Norway. As one of…

Fun for Kids
The Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival is a place for kids of all ages. Kids 12 and under get into Festival for free (when accompanied by a ticket-paying adult).

Live Music
Enjoy the sounds of local musicians on the Main Stage at Bar Harbor all weekend long! Find music and dancing for festival-goers of all ages, all day every day

Hands-on Activities
There are so many ways to make, try, and learn things during festival. Find hands-on activities for all ages in the Woodworking Tent and throughout Festival grounds—from beginners to craftsmen looking to sharpen their skills
Photos Luc Schoonjans
Getting Here
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2025 Wooden Boats
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Diana
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Blue Peter
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Nonchalant
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Saga
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Red Jacket
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Anse La Roche
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RIPTIDE
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Yankee Dime
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Marian II
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BISH
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Vito Dumas
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Seven Bells
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JD Crow
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Bright Star
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Suva
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Tranquil
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Deja Vu
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Stephanie E.
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Jean Alden
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Whitehall 17
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Solitude III
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Miss Mile-a-Minute
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Island Runner
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Chloe
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Isabella
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Isswat
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Sofia
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Flying Eagle
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Katie M.
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Lacey
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Duke
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Koru
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Yolinda
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Scout
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Discovery
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Myst
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Anna
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Puget Lady
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Olive Oyl
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Flygburen
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Wayward Sun
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FIG
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Carmelita
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Laurie T
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Venetia
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Arroyo
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Murrelet
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Dodo
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Thunder
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ALEMBIC
See the boats coming in 2025
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Header Photo by Mitchel Osborne. Video clips by Julie Sotomura
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