Virginia V
Built in 1922, Virginia V is one of the last operating steamships in America. She still operates as a passenger vessel! Virginia V.
Visit our website for our history, events and to get involved: www.virginiav.org. Mailing address: PO Box 9566, Seattle, WA 98109 The Virginia V is a 125-foot National Historical Landmark Steamship built in 1922 to carry passengers and freight between Vashon Island, Seattle and Tacoma in Washington state. She is the last operational wooden hull, steam-powered vessel of Puget Sound’s famed ‘Mosqui
07/26/2026
It’s **Steamship Sunday!** ⚓️
Looking for a fun (and free) way to spend your Sunday? Come aboard the historic **Virginia V** for a **FREE one-hour cruise** around Lake Union!
🕚 Cruise Times:
• 11:00 AM
• 1:00 PM
• 3:00 PM
No tickets or reservations needed—it’s **first come, first served**, so arrive a little early to grab your spot!
Bring your friends, bring the family, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind day on Seattle’s last operating steamship. See you at the dock! 🚢✨
07/22/2026
**🚨 LAST DRYFT CONCERT OF THE SUMMER 🚨**
Summer flew by way too fast. 🥲 Tomorrow is your **last chance** to catch a **DRYFT Concert** this season!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, waterfront views, and all the summer vibes before the season wraps up. 🌅🎶
🎟️ **Don’t wait—grab your tickets now before they’re gone!** We’ll see you on deck. 💙
07/20/2026
We have one last Seattle summer show on the Virginia V this Thursday, July 23rd. See you there?
07/18/2026
07/03/2026
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary than by exploring the stories that shaped Puget Sound from the deck of a historic steamship? 🇺🇸🚢
Join **MOHAI** and Virginia V on Tuesday, July 8 for a special evening cruise through Lake Union with Ed Brown, Head Docent of the Virginia V Foundation.
Discover the fascinating history of the legendary Mosquito Fleet the network of steamships that once connected communities across Puget Sound. Hear stories of thrilling steamboat races, dramatic shipwrecks, colorful dockside brawls, and the people who built the maritime history of our region.
Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or simply looking for a memorable summer evening on the water, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
🎟 **Ticket Prices**
• $50 – General Public
• $40 – MOHAI & Virginia V Members
• $30 – Students
• $20 – Youth (12 & Under)
⏰ **Boarding:** 6:30 PM
🚢 **Departure:** 7:00 PM sharp (please arrive by 6:55 PM—late boarding is not available)
🎫 Get your tickets through the **link in MOHAI’s bio** and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Seattle’s rich maritime heritage.
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07/01/2026
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary than by exploring the stories that shaped Puget Sound from the deck of a historic steamship? 🇺🇸🚢
Join Museum of History & Industry and Virginia V on Tuesday, July 8 for a special evening cruise through Lake Union with Ed Brown, Head Docent of the Virginia V Foundation.
Discover the fascinating history of the legendary Mosquito Fleet, the network of steamships that once connected communities across Puget Sound. Hear stories of thrilling steamboat races, dramatic shipwrecks, colorful dockside brawls, and the people who built the maritime history of our region.
Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or simply looking for a memorable summer evening on the water, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
🎟 **Ticket Prices**
• $50 – General Public
• $40 – MOHAI & Virginia V Members
• $30 – Students
• $20 – Youth (12 & Under)
⏰ **Boarding:** 6:30 PM
🚢 **Departure:** 7:00 PM sharp (please arrive by 6:55 PM—late boarding is not available)
🎫 Get your tickets through the **link in MOHAI’s bio** and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Seattle’s rich maritime heritage.
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06/22/2026
⚓ Summer is in full steam aboard the Virginia V! ☀️
Looking for a unique way to spend a summer Sunday? Join us for our FREE Steamship Sundays sponsored by 4Culture and Maritime Washington National Heritage Area and experience the sights, sounds, and stories of Seattle’s beloved historic steamship.
🚢 FREE Steamship Sundays:
• June 28
• July 26
• August 30
Step aboard, explore the vessel, visit the engine room, meet our volunteers, and learn what keeps this maritime treasure steaming into the future.
✈️ Missed out on our Saturday Blue Angels Cruise? Good news!! While Saturday has sold out, we still have a few tickets remaining for our Sunday, August 2 Blue Angels Cruise. Don’t wait too long; they’re going fast!
🇺🇸 And there’s even more ahead. Keep an eye out for Part Two of our America 250 Tour as we head north beginning this September. New destinations, new stories, and new adventures are just around the bend.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or stepping aboard for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you aboard this summer.
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06/18/2026
🚨 SATURDAY IS SOLD OUT! 🚨
Wow. Thank you!
Our Saturday Blue Angels Cruise aboard the Virginia V has officially sold out—and faster than any Blue Angels cruise we’ve hosted in recent years. We’re incredibly grateful for the amazing support from our community and can’t wait to welcome everyone aboard for an unforgettable day on the water.
But if you missed out on Saturday, don’t worry just yet...
✨ A limited number of tickets remain for our Sunday, August 2 Blue Angels Cruise! ✨
Experience the thrill of the Blue Angels soaring overhead from the deck of Seattle’s last operating wooden steamship. Enjoy incredible views, fresh air, great company, and a front-row seat to one of the most exciting weekends of the summer.
Tickets are going quickly, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Don’t miss your chance to join us on Sunday, August 2. Grab your tickets now and be part of a Virginia V summer tradition!
⚓ Sunday, August 2
✈️ Blue Angels Air Show
🎟️ Limited tickets remaining
See you on the lake!
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