Tour the Ship that Built Cleveland!
Steamship William G. Mather
Discover what life onboard a working Great Lakes freighter was like as you tour this restored 618-foot historic flagship. Explore the 1925-built Mather from stem to stern and see its huge cargo holds, brass and oak pilot house, elegant guest quarters, and four-story engine room. Walk the decks and marvel at the “engineering firsts” that helped transform Northeast Ohio into a great industrial center. Experience the golden era of steamboats on one of the best!
The Mather is now linked to the Science Center via a new 400’ physical connector! Constructed with industrial materials to represent the mining and industrial roots of the Mather and Cleveland’s port, the Connector is the first step to providing year-round access to the steamship and the stepping stone to a major redevelopment of exhibits aboard the steamship.
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Seasonal Hours
The SS William G. Mather Museum is currently closed for the season. The Mather will reopen in May 2010!
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2010 Programs & Events
Rock and Boom (July 4th Weekend; 6 pm)
Celebrate Independence Day in style from the decks of the Mather and watch Cleveland’s fireworks! Food and drinks can be purchased on board. Reservations at (216) 621-2400. $12
Parade of Sail (July 7)
Enjoy front-row seats when the Tall Ships® return to Cleveland and sail through North Coast Harbor! Food and drinks can be purchased on board. Reservations at (216) 621-2400. $10 ($8 for members)
Air Show Deck Party (Labor Day Weekend – Sept. 4-6; 10 am – 5 pm)
Get the best seats in the house! Watch the 2010 Cleveland National Air Show from the decks of the William G. Mather. Food and drinks can be purchased on board. Reservations at (216) 621-2400. $15 ($12 for members)
Cargo Chats Monthly Speaker Series (June – September)
Join us for an informative and fun afternoon speaker series. Topics will highlight life on board the Mather, Great Lakes shipping, ecology and more! Free with paid general admission.
Please check back in spring 2010 for further details about 2010 Mather programs and events.
* Additional fees for special events may apply.
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you have a love for the Great Lakes, an interest in history or a knack for carpentry? If so, we have great opportunities aboard the William G. Mather.
Volunteers will assist with boat maintenance, serve as a deck hand or act as a docent and provide tours to the public. All volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
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Cleveland, OH 44114 
