Ship Return 2022
Date

The EMPIRE STATE VI will arrive at Fort Schuyler on Tuesday, August 2, at 10:00 AM.

Typically, this celebratory event attracts anywhere from 1,200 to 1,500 visitors to campus, and this year will be no exception as it is the final SST cruise for Empire State VI.

Campus Access
Parking on campus is very limited due to the construction of the new Marine Education and Seamanship Center and Bridge Authority repairs on the Throggs Neck Bridge. Carpooling is highly encouraged.

Vehicles will not be permitted on campus before 7:00 AM on the morning of ship arrival. Setting up chairs and awnings will not be permitted before this day and time and will be removed by facilities team members. Please follow parking directions by University Police and facilities personnel. Chairs and tents are not permitted in the streets or on the brick sidewalk to ensure safe vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 

Also, keep in mind that no alcohol is permitted on campus.

Public Viewing Sites
Family and friends are encouraged to take advantage of the many public parks and sites along the East River to observe the TS Empire State’s transit. These include:

  • Francis Lewis Park, Whitestone

  • Ferry Point Park, Throggs Neck

  • Clason Point Park, Soundview

  • Hermon A. Macneil Park, College Point

  • Randall’s Island

  • Astoria Park, Astoria Queens

  • Roosevelt Island

  • John Lindsey East River Park, Lower East Side

  • Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Bridge Park

  • South Street Seaport

Final Voyage Merchandise

Through August 14, gear for the Final Voyage of the Training Ship Empire State VI will be available online. This commemorative merchandise marks the many years the Empire State VI served Maritime College, its ship’s crew, thousands of cadets, and the maritime industry. Shop https://shops.stitchesandscreens.com/tsesvi to order your limited edition merchandise.

This final ship return for the TS Empire State VI will be a special event for cadets and their families, faculty, staff, and alumni. All are welcome to Maritime College to share in this special College and community event!