Northwest Seaport/Maritime Heritage Center

Frommer's Review

Although this marine heritage center at the south end of Lake Union is currently little more than a shipyard for the restoration of several historic ships, it has grand plans for the future. If you're a fan of tall ships and the age of sailing, you can pay a visit to the 1897 schooner Wawona, which is under restoration. Also being restored are a 1904 lightship, an 1889 tugboat, and a 1933 salmon troller. Throughout the year, folk-music concerts are offered ($12 adults, $10 seniors and children; call for details), and on the second Friday of each month, there's a free Chantey Sing from 8 to 10:30pm.

Nearby, at Chandler's Cove, you'll find the gift shop and the few small exhibits of the Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society, 901 Fairview Ave. N. (tel. 206/624-3028; www.pugetmaritime.org). The shop and exhibits are open daily from noon to 5pm.

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