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Center for Wooden Boats

The Center for Wooden Boats preserves Pacific Northwest maritime history on Lake Union through a collection of small sailboats, rowboats and other working craft.

Center for Wooden Boats

Why go

The Center for Wooden Boats adds a hands-on maritime perspective to a Lake Union visit. Its collection of more than 170 vessels centers on small sailboats and rowboats, connecting boatbuilding traditions with the working waterway outside. Pair it with Lake Union Park or the historic ships nearby to make the lake's industrial past easier to read.

What to look for

  • The Center for Wooden Boats preserves Pacific Northwest maritime history.
  • The Center for Wooden Boats holds more than 170 vessels.
  • The Center for Wooden Boats includes sailboats and rowboats.

Your next visit

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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min

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Opening information

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America/Los_Angeles · Sep 6, 2026 / Dec 1, 2026

Wednesday
11:30–19:00
Thursday
11:30–19:00
Friday
11:30–19:00
Saturday
11:30–19:00
Sunday
11:30–19:00
Official visitor information

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