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Columbus Ohio's Santa Maria Ship, The World's Most Authentic Full-Size Replica, Celebrates Its 15th Year Of Operation As It Continues To Draw International Crowds

Celebration of the Ship's 15th Year of Operation Year: Educational and Historic Midwest Attraction: Events Through October

The world's most authentic, museum-quality representation of Christopher Columbus' flagship, the Santa Maria, celebrates its 15th Anniversary as it continues to draw crowds of all ages to the City of Columbus, Ohio waterfront.

After more than 500 years later, the ship, built from historically accurate plans based upon ancient archives, presents an authentic portrayal of the voyage, its crew and the far-reaching impact of the encounter of two worlds which existed in 1492.

A spectacular series of yearly events and celebrations augment the regularly scheduled onboard tours. As the later summer months evolve into Autumn, a variety of events are scheduled to fascinate, educate and entertain.

Upcoming seasonal events such as the popular Navigation Sunday Renaissance Festival and the Eppe Fencing Tournament in late August, as well as the Haunted Ship in October, will thrill and enchant visitors.

"We strive to merge living history with experiential education," states Linda Ketchum, director of Columbus Santa Maria Inc., the 501 (3) non-profit organization which operates the ship.

"The Ship is literally a floating museum which naturally appeals to both young and and old," adds spokesperson Michael A Massa.

The vessel, moored on the Scioto River on the City of Columbus waterfront, has a main deck which is handicapped accessible. Regularly scheduled tours are available 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST daily, and noon to 5:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The Ship's hours of operation are April through October.

For more information, scheduled events and details about all tours, ship-rental, planned events and overnight stays, simply visit the Columbus Santa Maria website at www.santamaria.org, or contact the Ship's Administrative Office at 614-645-8760.

Contact:
Michael A Massa
614-204-3770
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