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Summer events, more aboard the ‘William G. Mather’ museum ship in Cleveland

July 01, 08 by TheFleet

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Source: Hudson Hub Times

Discover what life aboard a working Great Lakes freighter was like as you tour this restored 618-foot histories flagship. Explore the 1925-built Mather from stern to stern and see its huge cargo holds, brass and oak pilot house, elegant guest quarters, and four-story engine room. Walk the decks and marvel at the “engineering firsts” that helped transform Northeast Ohio into a great industrial center.

Several special events are planned at the William G. Mather, a Great Lakes freighter turned into a museum, including the following:

  • Rock and Boom, July 4, 7 p.m.
    Enjoy fireworks from the deck of the Mather and tour the ship before the show. Food and drinks sold onboard. Fireworks at dark. Cost is $10.
  • Great Lakes, Great Wine, Great Fun, July 25, 6:30 p.m.
    Board the William G. Mather and join a wine specialist for a wine-tasting event. Sample Great Lakes wines and other treats, while enjoying a view from the deck of the Mather. This event is for adults 21 and older. Cost is $30 for nonmembers, $28 for members. To make a reservation, call 216-621-2400.
  • Air show deck party, Aug. 30 through Sept. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Experience the excitement of the Cleveland National Air Show first-hand as jets roar overhead. Food and drinks will be sold onboard. Cost is $15 for nonmembers and $12 for members.

The Steamship William G. Mather is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June, July and August, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday in May, September and October.

Tickets are available on site and at the Great Lakes Science Center box office.

Due to its historic nature, the Mather has limited handicapped accessibility.

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