Why a massive, 110-year-old tall ship is sailing into Metro Vancouver this weekend
A historic tall ship is sailing into Metro Vancouver today, and you can get up close to the massive vessel this weekend at the Burrard Dry Dock Pier.
The Norwegian tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl is visiting North Vancouver as part of the One Ocean Expedition, a year-long global voyage designed to inspire action to protect the world’s vast bodies of water.
According to the Royal Norwegian Embassy, One Ocean Expedition is a recognized part of the UN’s Ocean Decade.
Statsraad Lehmkuhl
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“The main goal of the expedition is to create attention and share knowledge about the crucial role of the ocean for sustainable development in a global perspective,” said Jan-Terje Storaas of the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ottawa in a release.
“It encourages cooperation across borders for a more sustainable ocean and serves as a reminder that the ocean itself knows no borders.”
Statsraad Lehmkuhl
The Statsraad Lehmkuhl is a three-masted tall ship constructed in 1914 as a German merchant marine training ship. It currently hosts the Royal Netherlands Naval College aboard.
Norway’s largest and oldest square-rigged sailing ship regularly competes and wins Tall Ships Races and has set several speed records.
One Ocean Expedition is opening the vessel up to visitors during a free, family-friendly event on Sunday, Oct. 19, from noon to 3 p.m.
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You’ll be able to walk the decks, say hello to scientists and crew and scientists, and learn how traditional sail training combines with leading ocean science onboard the tall ship.
Statsraad Lehmkuhl’s visit to Metro Vancouver this weekend is part of a year-long expedition to 27 ports across three continents.
And if you’re looking for more fun things to do around town, check out our latest roundup of great things to do around Vancouver.
Statsraad Lehmkuhl Open Ship in North Vancouver
When: Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: Burrard Dry Dock Pier – 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver
Cost: Free
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