Public Welcome: Watch the Arrival of Norway’s Tall Ship

​The Norwegian tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl is scheduled to arrive in Seattle on Wednesday Oct 22 at 9:00 am. Come out to offer a warm greeting to the ship and crew from our Sister City of Bergen, Norway. The ship set sail from Bergen on April 11, and is including a stop in Seattle on its One Ocean Expedition around the globe. It will arrive back in Bergen in April 2026.

​Join us on the Bell Harbor International Conference Center Rooftop Deck for the best view of the ship as it docks in Seattle!

• ​The visit is part of the global One Ocean Expedition and coincides with One Ocean Week Seattle (Oct 20–26, 2025) — a week of events focused on ocean sustainability, innovation, and the Blue Economy.

• ​The Statsraad Lehmkuhl is more than a beautiful tall ship — built in 1914, she’s spent over a century training sailors, survived two world wars, and continues to sail today. She’s been upgraded to a hybrid-power system and serves as a floating classroom and research platform for ocean science.

• ​Her visit highlights Seattle’s role as an international maritime hub and underscores the region’s commitment to ocean health, sustainability, and maritime innovation.

​How to Participate

• ​Visit her at Pier 66 while she’s docked — enjoy the sight of her masts and sails up in the harbor.

• ​Consider joining the sailing leg from Seattle to San Francisco if you’re up for a unique adventure (and training!) aboard a historic tall ship.

• ​Bring your camera! The ship makes for a stunning photo backdrop on the waterfront, especially with sails unfurled.

• ​Share the moment — welcoming a vessel like this is a celebration of maritime heritage and our connection to the ocean.