Spaulding Marine Center
Preserving maritime heritage by ensuring its future
Spaulding Marine Center is a community-centered education hub and historic boatyard on the Sausalito waterfront, preserving maritime heritage through hands-on craftsmanship, training, and stewardship of the working waterfront.
Upcoming Events & Programs
-
![]()
Freda Charters
-
![]()
HOLD FAST: TRADITIONAL SKILLS FOR THE MODERN SAILOR
-
![]()
Homeschool Semester Program Spring 2026
-
![Three galley cutting boards.]()
Woodworking Class - Galley Cutting Board
-
![]()
Alchemist Quintet
-
![]()
Film Screening - Ron Holland, The Voyage of Discovery
our programs
Adult / Youth Classes
Spaulding Marine Center provides a wide range of adult and youth educational programs focused on hands-on learning and skill building. Through classes, workshops, and immersive experiences in sailing, woodworking, and marine trades, participants of all ages gain practical skills, confidence, and a deeper connection to the maritime world.
Boatworks 101™
Boatworks 101™ is a paid, 12-month apprenticeship at Spaulding Marine Center that introduces young adults to the marine trades through hands-on training and an ABYC-registered curriculum. The program provides broad exposure to boat maintenance and repair skills, followed by an industry placement, preparing graduates for entry-level careers in the marine industry.
Community Events
Spaulding Marine Center offers a year-round lineup of community events that celebrate maritime heritage, education, and waterfront culture. From seasonal open houses, lectures, and storytelling talks to live music, social gatherings, and maritime celebrations, these events bring together sailors, makers, families, and neighbors to learn, connect, and enjoy the working waterfront.
