WoodenBoat Show 2025

The 33rd Annual WoodenBoat Show occurred from June 27-29, 2025, at the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, CT. This event, in partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, honored wooden boats' tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation. Over 100 classic and traditional wooden boats, from kayaks to schooners, were exhibited on land and water. Attendees could explore exhibits such as the "I Built/Restored It Myself" showcase, which featured boats built and restored by their owners.

A Concours d'Élegance for exquisitely designed and crafted wooden boats was also available. The show included a speaker series with authors and crafters, who shared insights into maritime history and boatbuilding. Live demonstrations by master boatbuilders highlighted traditional techniques, including caulking, woodcarving, blacksmithing, and strip-planking with fiberglassing. The event catered to wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs, attracting nearly 12,000 attendees.