June 28 | 11am–5pm | Free Museum Admission
Kick off Pride Weekend at the Seaport Museum with a full day of engaging community activities and Museum celebrations in honor of LGBTQIA+ Pride.
Take advantage of free Museum Admission throughout the day, which will allow you to explore the exhibitions at 213 Water Street and 12 Fulton Street as well as two historic ships moored at Pier 16. The tall ship Wavertree will boast colorful Pride decorations and offer fun lawn games on the main deck. Advanced registration for free Museum Admission is suggested for activities on Wavertree but walk-ups will be accommodated as possible, and drop-ins are welcome.
Please note that access to Wavertree involves climbing a few stairs, walking up an angled gangway, and descending a few stairs onto the deck. The lower decks are accessible via stairs, while the upper deck requires navigating steep ladder-like stairs.
Youth Pride
12–6pm | Pier 16, Pier 17 | Free
Visit New York City’s annual event dedicated to celebrating and empowering LGBTQIA+ youth, Youth Pride! Free activities include games, musical performances, live DJs, and special guest appearances, and free food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available throughout the afternoon.Most importantly, don’t miss this opportunity to make meaningful connections.
Rainbows on the Hudson Pride Parade
12pm | Pier 16 | $10–$50
Board the 1885 schooner Pioneer as she joins the LGBTQ+ sailing club Knickerbocker Sailing Association’s (KSA) annual Rainbows on the Hudson boat parade! Throughout the sail, the fleet of 30+ vessels will feature a colorful array of sails and flags, some even designed by Gilbert Baker, the creator of the first pride flag—who was also a member of KSA. Pioneer will even dawn a huge LGBTQ+ Pride flag for the two hour sail through New York Harbor.
The experienced crew will guide the vessel past New York’s iconic Lower Manhattan skyline and into New York Harbor to join the parade at the Statue of Liberty. Guests are invited to BYOB—whether it’s Bring-Your-Own-Brunch, -Beverage, or -Bottle of wine is up to you! Pioneer sails make for a unique al fresco experience so feel free to bring along your favorite meal or snack.
Pioneer Pride Sail Schedule
Check In Begins: 11am
Check In Ends: 11:45am
Board: 11:45am
Depart: 12pm
Return: 2pm
Know Before You Go
Tour routes are subject to change due to unpredictable boat traffic in the harbor and weather, though captains will do their best to include the sites listed. Read the full FAQ for more details on sailing with the Seaport Museum. Make sure to understand the schedule for your trip.
Queer History at the Seaport Museum’s Collections and Programs
In “Queer” Before “Queer” Elena Abou Mrad, the Archives and Special Collections Specialist, and Elizabeth (Lizzie) Shack, the Collections and Exhibitions Management Intern, explore the mention of “Queer Clubs” found within an article from the Museum’s collections. Read along to follow how their curiosity about the term’s history leads them into the Museum’s Archival Collections, uncovering deeper connections than initially expected.
In Ripples of Change Zak Risinger, Director of Engagement and Public Programs, shares how the Museum’s public programming has evolved to include more inclusive representations of all New Yorkers. This post focuses on the Queer History series, which highlights underrepresented queer narratives from the past and present. Read along to see how the Museum develops these programs and explores queer culture from the early to mid-20th century.
Ready for more?
Head over to our Programs and Events page to see what else is happening at the Museum. Sign up for an upcoming talk, learn more about visiting Wavertree, or explore our virtual offerings.