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Creating a Community Foundation
A New exciting chapter for the Schooner Alexander Hamilton
As the last hand-built wooden boat of Nevis, the Schooner Alexander Hamilton has always carried a important responsibility for our island's heritage. To ensure this legacy thrives for the next generation, we are making a significant transition.
We have officially hauled out to begin a comprehensive structural renovation and, more importantly, to establish the Alexander Hamilton Maritime Foundation.
Our Vision-Tradition meets Opportunity
The Foundation
Alexander Hamilton Maritime Foundation provides hands-on training in traditional and modern maritime and construction skills for people of all ages. Equipping individuals with practical, transferable skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and long-term economic participation, while preserving Nevisian heritage.
Foundation Mission
Learn. Restore. Belong.
Be part of the Alexander Hamilton Maritime Foundation, restoring a historic schooner while training people in hands-on maritime and construction skills. This is a living classroom where heritage, craftsmanship, and opportunity come alive.
At the Alexander Hamilton Maritime Foundation, we’re conserving history while shaping the future. The historic Schooner Alexander Hamilton becomes a living classroom, where trainees gain practical skills in carpentry, rigging, seamanship, marine mechanics, and much more-each task leaving a visible legacy on the vessel.
We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern skills like teamwork, problem- solving, and entrepreneurship, empowering participants to build careers, launch ventures, and thrive in today’s world.
Guided by expert international tradespeople, our programs offer mentorship, certifications, and real-world experience, while community showcases and interactive projects connect donors, volunteers, and locals to every stage of the journey. By restoring heritage, nurturing talent, and fostering pride in Nevisian craftsmanship, we’re creating a space where skills, opportunity, and history sail together.
Be Part of the Voyage
Connect with us to make history, build skills, and preserve Nevisian maritime heritage. Find out how you can become a founding patron or supporter and make your mark on history.