Traditional Ropemaking Returns!

In 2025 Highlights on July 22, 2025
Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome back one of our favorite keepers of traditional ropemakingโ€”Hardanger Maritime Centre from Norway. As one of only two places in the country still preserving the art
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Set Sail for Crabby Paddyโ€™s Pirate Parade

In 2025 Highlights on July 17, 2025
Sunday at the Wooden Boat Festival is your chance to join the fun of Crabby Paddyโ€™s Pirate Parade! Line-up begins at 11 AM at the end of Water Street by
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76 Days Adrift:ย A Powerful New Documentary About One of Festivalโ€™s Favorite Stories!

In 2025 Highlights on July 8, 2025
In the dead of night, hundreds of miles from land, Steven Callahan watched as his boat slipped beneath the waves. Directed by Joe Wein and narrated by Callahan himself, 76
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Community Spotlight: Linda & Dan Newland

In 2025 Highlights on July 1, 2025
Port Townsendโ€™s sailing community is full of remarkable talent, but few have a story as impressive (or adventurous!) as Linda and Dan Newland. This dynamic duo spent their first wedding
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Learn. Try. Build.

In 2025 Highlights on June 30, 2025
Presentations to level up your seamanship, craftsmanship, and offshore readiness at Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival. The Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival is more than just beautiful boatsโ€”itโ€™s a world-class
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Festival Spotlight: Women & the Wind Takes Center Stage

In 2025 Highlights on June 3, 2025
Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome Women & the Wind as a headlining feature at this yearโ€™s Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festivalโ€”a story-driven, sea-soaked celebration of bold women, hand-built boats, and the
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Got Boat Problems? Nigel Calder Has Answers

In 2025 Highlights on May 19, 2025
The guru of marine systems returns to Wooden Boat Festival If it has screws, wires, or moving parts, Nigel Calder knows how to fix itโ€”and heโ€™ll show you how. Author
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What’s New in 2025!

In 2025 Highlights on May 6, 2025
From inspiring presentations to captivating films and hands-on demonstrations, 2025 brings fresh experiences that celebrate craftsmanship, tradition, and adventure. Hereโ€™s a sneak peek at whatโ€™s in store! Kiana Weltzien Brings
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Five Maritime โ€œMust-dosโ€ on the Olympic Peninsula

In 2025 Highlights on April 29, 2025
While youโ€™re in Washington for the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival, try these nearby tripsโ€ฆ 1. Take a Scenic Drive to Cape Flattery Lighthouse and the Makah Museum Visit the
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Meet the Artist: Aimee Stevens

In 2025 Highlights on April 28, 2025
Aimee has always loved to draw. When she was a small child, her favourite thing was creating illustrated books for her grandparents. This continued throughout her schooling, and she was
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