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Historic Elissa ship leaves Galveston for voyage across the country
Summary by Spring Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau , Houston Public Media
· June 8, 2026
· 1 min read
The 1877 “tall ship” Elissa is a square-rigged iron barque that currently serves as a floating museum in Galveston. However, she’s still in shape to sail. The voyage is part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the country’s 250th...
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Key takeaway The voyage is part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 8, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
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What is this story about? The 1877 “tall ship” Elissa is a square-rigged iron barque that currently serves as a floating museum in Galveston. However, she’s still in shape to sail. The voyage is part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the country’s 250th...
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