Welcome to the SS VIRGINIA V!

Greet the Season at the Historic Ships Wharf

Holiday Celebration on the Historic Ships Wharf
Friday, December 9th from 1-6 p.m.  Free!
Tours, fun activities and treats for all ages aboard the historic ships moored at Lake Union Park.

Yes, Santa, there is a VIRGINIA! Get your family and pet photos with Santa aboard a festively-decorated  Virginia V, see a tap dancing reindeer, and mingle with friends of the ship while sipping cider and hot chocolate. Admission to the VIRGINIA V is free.

Santa photos will be taken from 1:00-4:00 and are $30 for digital copies or $40 for print + digital. Proceeds will support both Puget Sound Maritime and the Steamer Virginia V Foundation.

While you’re at Lake Union Park, visit the other historic ships (from 1-5) for free activities including:

  • Cookie decorating on the historic tug ARTHUR FOSS
  • Activities and treats aboard the cozy Edwardian-era yacht LOTUS
  • Tours of the fishing vessel TORDENSKJOLD and the fireboat DUWAMISH.
  • The Center for Wooden Boats plans to have activities for families, as well.
  • December 9, 2022
  • 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm