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SV Maple Leaf at Heritage Harbour — One Night Only
In partnership with Maple Leaf Adventures and Vancouver Maritime Museum
On April 18, the Vancouver Maritime Museum welcomes the legendary SV Maple Leaf to Heritage Harbour for a rare, one-night visit.
Built in 1904 in Vancouver, Maple Leaf is more than a ship—she’s a living piece of coastal history. From her early days as one of the Pacific Coast’s most luxurious racing yachts, to decades as a hardworking halibut fishing vessel in the Bering Sea, and now as a beautifully restored expedition schooner, her story spans over a century of transformation, resilience, and exploration.
At 92 feet long, crafted from Douglas fir, yellow cedar, and mahogany, Maple Leaf blends rugged capability with remarkable craftsmanship. Today, she welcomes small groups, offering an intimate, immersive way to experience some of the wildest and most remote coastlines in British Columbia and Alaska.
For one evening only, you’re invited to experience her world—right here on Vancouver’s waterfront.
Heritage Harbour - Dockside Engagements (Free, All Ages - no ticket required)
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Meet the crew dockside and discover what life is like aboard this historic schooner. Learn about her design, her journeys, and the unique way she connects people to the natural world. Drop in anytime—no registration required.
Vancouver Maritime Museum - Evening Talk & Q&A (19+ Only, $5 Donation - ticket required)
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
$5 minimum donation | Pay What You Can | Registration required
Join Maple Leaf Adventures’ Maureen Gordon and Kevin Smith for an intimate evening inside the museum. Through stories, images, and firsthand experience, they’ll share what it means to travel the coast aboard a vessel like Maple Leaf—from the Great Bear Rainforest to remote northern waters.
Event Schedule
5:00 PM – Maple Leaf arrives at Heritage Harbour - no ticket required, all ages welcome.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Dockside engagements
6:30 PM – Museum open for refreshments
7:00 PM – Evening talk begins - ticket required, 19+ Event
7:45 PM – Q&A
A Ship with Stories to Tell
1904 – Built as the most expensive private yacht on the Pacific Coast
World War I – Converted for the war effort, then into a halibut fishing vessel
1930s–1970s – Renowned “highliner” in the Bering Sea fishery
1980s – Restored to her original sailing form
Today – A pioneer of expedition cruising along the BC and Alaska coast
Whether you’re drawn by maritime history, coastal exploration, or simply the chance to see a historic tall ship up close, this is a unique opportunity to connect with a vessel that has shaped—and continues to explore—the Pacific Northwest.
Space is limited for the evening talk. Reserve your spot today.
Date & Time
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Venue Details
Vancouver Maritime Museum
1905 Ogden AveVancouver, British Columbia V6J 1A3
