Community Corner
Real Pirates: The Untold Story of The Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship
Ahoy mateys! Real
Pirates are here! Come to Balboa Park and see real pirate treasure
recovered from the first fully
authenticated pirate ship discovered in U.S. waters. Visitors
to the Real Pirates exhibition will learn about the ship’s famous
Captain “Black Sam” Bellamy and get a glimpse into the lives of the rest of his
crew through artifacts, hands-on activities, captivating re-creations and a
fascinating exploration of underwater archaeology. Grab
your pirate hat, me hearties and we will see you on deck! Admission
to Real Pirates is $27 and includes admission to the museum’s other exhibits
and 3D theater, with discounts available for students, children, seniors,
military, museum members and groups of ten or more. To learn more, visit: www.sdnat.org/realpirates.