Visiting the "Pinta" in Evansville...

The two older children and I drove down to Evansville on Friday, 19th May, where we visited a replica of one of Christopher Columbus' caravels, the Pinta. This beautiful vessel was docked for several days at the Evansville Yacht Club on the Ohio River. We enjoyed a lovely tour of the ship, and it was fantastic to be on an ocean-going vessel again. I think I might have enjoyed the tour more than the kiddos! :)

With Eliza and Riaan and the Pinta in the background.

View towards the bow of the ship.

Gathered on the sterncastle to learn about the vessel.

Flag fluttering in the breeze.

View aft.

Our guide shows us the anchor mechanism.

An original anchor dating back to the 1500s.

Inside the sterncastle - where the tiller for steering is located.

A modern compass to aid in navigation.

View towards the stern of the ship.

Looking back at the Pinta from the river bank.