Friends of the Viking Ship

Preserving the 1893 Viking Ship as an important artifact from the Columbian Exposition

The Viking

An exact replica of the Gokstad
 

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LOST 1893 FAERING ROW BOAT

Please consider helping us fund the Faering restoration by a donation towards the $15,500 cost estimate, and you will be invited to the unveiling of the boat in June 2025 before it goes on public display. Thank you!

THE DOCUMENTARY

Viking ship that sailed from Norway to Chicago in 1893

12

MEN

28

DAYS

3674

MILES

2024

VISIT IN 2024

Have the Viking experience!
Docent led tours begin every 15 minutes.

Adults 18 and Over
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$7.00

Children 13 – 17
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$4.00

Children 12 and below
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FREE
*Last docent-led tour begins at 3:45 PM
2024 SCHEDULE

“the most beautiful ship ever built”

PRESERVATION WITH THE VIKING SPIRIT

Seeing the plight of this historic treasure, “friends” rallied around the Viking and decided this “first ever” replica Viking ship needed to be preserved.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Many parts of the Viking and pieces that traveled with her, such as china and glassware, have disappeared. We appeal to those who might know of their whereabouts and request their return. We are accepting donations of items and memorabilia relating to the Viking. Items will be properly cataloged, and may be used as a part of the Viking ship exhibit. Please contact us if you have any items to donate.