Iconic ship featured in two hit films will permanently close to the public after 60 storied years
- The Maritime Museum of San Diego is set to permanently close its renowned 18th-century replica frigate, the HMS Surprise, on August 1, 2027.
- The decision follows a comprehensive assessment that deemed the ship's continued presence at the museum financially unviable.
- The tall ship, a meticulously crafted replica of an 18th-century Royal Navy frigate based on original Admiralty plans, has been a fixture at the museum since 2004.
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- The Maritime Museum of San Diego is set to permanently close its renowned 18th-century replica frigate, the HMS Surprise, on August 1, 2027.
- The decision follows a comprehensive assessment that deemed the ship's continued presence at the museum financially unviable.
- The tall ship, a meticulously crafted replica of an 18th-century Royal Navy frigate based on original Admiralty plans, has been a fixture at the museum since 2004.
Sources: The Independent