Discover the historic and natural resources of Ship Island. Students of all ages can learn about the following:
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History of Ship Island, and why Fort Massachusetts was built
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French Colonization of Coastal Mississippi and Louisiana, starting from Ship Island in 1699
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The importance of Ship Island to the British during the attack on New Orleans in 1815
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Admiral Farragut and Civil War navel actions near New Orleans and later in Mobile Bay
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Thousands of Confederate P.O.W.s held on the island through the war
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First African American troops to fight in the Civil War stationed on Ship Island
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Maritime history of the Mississippi Sound and Port of Gulfport
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Flora and fauna of the barrier islands
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Birds of the barrier islands and Mississippi Sound
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Educational Programs offered by MS Gulf Coast Reasearch Lab,
University of Southern Mississippi, and the National Park Service
Learn why barrier islands are important
Marine Biology Program
- Basic introduction to a North Central Gulf island eco-system.
- Students will experience the collection of marine organisms and acquire knowledge about the Mississippi Coastal Zone and Sound.
Click Here for NPS Course Outline for teachers, parents and students
(Requires Adobe Reader®, Click Here to download a FREE copy)
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For Marine Education Program by USM, Click Here.
Living shells are protected on the National Seahore.
However, students are allowed to collect uninhabited specimens.
For additional information on a group reservation
please email us at shipislandsales@cableone.net
Reservation and Group Discount Policy
Not applicable Saturdays during Summer Schedule
Must have 15 or more passengers to receive the reduced fare.
Reservations must be booked at least 48 HOURS in advance.
Sorry, discount not offered to walk-up groups on day of trip.
*No Deposit required. However, the group leader must confirm reservation by calling the day before cruise or risk forfeiting reservation.
Payment required by one approved check, or consolidated cash payment. When group arrives at boat dock, staff request group leaders enter the ticket office with reservation information and payment.
PLEASE ARRIVE 1 HOUR BEFORE DEPARTURE
Special Group Discount:
$20..............Adults
$12........Childern ages 3-10
Printable Forms
For Reservations, Please Print the Group Reservation Form and Fax to:
(228) 864-3797 or email to shipislandsales@cableone.net |
2010 Group Reservation Form
Group Food Order Form
NPS Group Guidelines & Safety Agreement
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*Reservations subject to seating availability on excursion boats
To confirm your reservation please call
(228) 864-1014 or 1-866-466-7386
or email us at shipislandsales@cableone.net
Living History Programs Available
Ship Island 101
Learn more about Ship Island
through these links @ the National Park Service Website
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