Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum
Biloxi Schooner Races History Repeats Itself on the
Famous Biloxi Schooners

 

    
     For a truly unique way of enjoying the Mississippi Gulf Coast. step on board an authentic replica of a Biloxi oyster schooner. These "White Winged Queens" once sailed the Coast from the late 1800's to the early 1900's; however the introduction of marine engines and the changes in oyster harvesting laws caused these beautiful crafts to disappear.
the Glenn L. Swetman
the "Mike Sekul"      The Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum has recaptured a piece of history in their two famous schooner, the "Glenn L. Swetman" and the "Mike Sekul". Available for day sailing or charter, the vessels can accommodate weddings, dockside parties, receptions, birthdays, or other special events. Special 2 hour educational trips are offered to school groups at special rates.
     The city of Biloxi traces its beginnings to the arrival of the French in 1699. The City takes great pride in letting visitors feast on its 300 year history. Truly a museum without walls, every inch of Biloxi contains elements of its proud heritage and none greater than the majesty of the White Wings. Another Swetman shot
pmtour.jpg (4349 bytes)    Crew on board a Schooner    
Group Charters

2.5 hour $425/up to 20 people
$15 each person/up to 49 people
Half-day $750/up to 49 people
Full-day $1,200/up to 49 people

 Walk On Sails

Available when schooners are unchartered
$30 / adult & $15 / child ages 3-12
Please call for sailing times & reservations

Join our professional captain and crew for a beautiful sail from
the Schooner Pier Complex along the Biloxi Beachfront and see our
coastline and islands as you have never seen them before.

On the Golden Mississippi Gulf Coast, 90 miles from New Orleans
and 55 miles from Mobile. Deck shoes or rubber soles preferred.
Suntan lotion only. Welcome to bring refreshments and food.

Located South of Highway 90 just West of Harrah's Casino Complex and East of Kuhn Street.