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Real Pirates

Presented by Milwaukee Public Museum at Milwaukee Public Museum

December 14, 2012-May 27, 2013

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Ahoy, Mateys! The Jolly Roger will be raised over the Milwaukee Public Museum on December 14, 2012, as Real Pirates takes over the Museum’s special exhibit halls. Experience the Golden Age of Piracy aboard the Whydah, one of the most successful pirate ships of her day, and learn about her roots as a slave ship and subsequent takeover and conversion into a pirate ship in the early 1700s.

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One of the most technologically advanced vessels of her day, the Whydah was captured on her maiden voyage by legendary pirate Sam Bellamy and his crew. After a few alterations and a quick hoist of the Jolly Roger, the Whydah became the flagship of Bellamy's flotilla, leading raids throughout Caribbean waters and up the Atlantic coastline.

On April 26, 1717, the perfect storm put an end to the Whydah's sailing days, and she sank with most of her crew aboard—as well as the bounty from more than 50 captured ships. Almost 300 years later, underwater explorer Barry Clifford and his team managed to locate the wreck of the Whydah and painstakingly unearthed her treasures from the ocean floor, making her the first fully authenticated pirate ship ever to be discovered in U.S. waters.

Organized by National Geographic and Arts and Exhibitions International, Real Pirates examines the history of rich Caribbean trade routes during the 18th century and the link between the slave trade and piracy. You'll encounter compelling true stories of those who lived aboard the Whydah and learn about the forces that shaped their world.

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Milwaukee Public Museum

800 W. Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233

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Admission Info:

$6.50-$26

General Day & Time Info:

Hours vary during the run of the exhibition - call or visit our website before you plan your visit.

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Apr 24, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Wed)
Apr 25, 2013: 9 pm - 8 am (Thu)
Apr 26, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Fri)
Apr 27, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sat)
Apr 28, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sun)
Apr 29, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Mon)
Apr 30, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Tue)
May 1, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Wed)
May 2, 2013: 9 pm - 8 am (Thu)
May 3, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Fri)
May 4, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sat)
May 5, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sun)
May 6, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Mon)
May 7, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Tue)
May 8, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Wed)
May 9, 2013: 9 pm - 8 am (Thu)
May 10, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Fri)
May 11, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sat)
May 12, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sun)
May 13, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Mon)
May 14, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Tue)
May 15, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Wed)
May 16, 2013: 9 pm - 8 am (Thu)
May 17, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Fri)
May 18, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sat)
May 19, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sun)
May 20, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Mon)
May 21, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Tue)
May 22, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Wed)
May 23, 2013: 9 pm - 8 am (Thu)
May 24, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Fri)
May 25, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sat)
May 26, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Sun)
May 27, 2013: 9 pm - 5 am (Mon)

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* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Phone: (414) 223-4676

Parking:

There are metered spaces available on most downtown streets. Meters are free (limit 2 hours) on weekends.

There are several municipal lots nearby. MacArthur Square parking structure is adjacent to the Museum Center and is accessible via James Lovell Street. The parking structure includes an entrance to the Museum on the ground level, eliminating the need to walk outside. Members receive discounted rates. For more parking options and maps, visit parkmilwaukee.com.

The Milwaukee Public Museum is also fully accessible to people with disabilities. Please see our accessibility page for details.

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