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Replicas of Columbus' ships - Pinta & Nina - arrive in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH — Replicas of two of Christopher Columbus’ three ships, the Pinta and the Nina, arrived in Pittsburgh Wednesday evening.

The ships will remain docked at Station Square and open to the public from Oct. 1 until their departure early in the morning on Oct. 13.

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The Nina was built completely by hand without the use of power tools.

rchaeology magazine called the ship "the most historically correct Columbus replica ever built."

The replica Pinta, also a caravel, was launched in Brazil in 2005. The original Pinta was the first of Columbus’ ships, which also included the Santa Maria, to sight land in the New World in 1492.

The two ships tour together as a new and enhanced “sailing museum” for the purpose of educating the public and school children on the caravel, a Portuguese ship used by Columbus and many early explorers to reach the New World. Historians consider the caravel the Space Shuttle of the 15th century.

The arrival of Columbus marked the start of widespread migration of people from the Old World to the New World, and ever since the fates of the two hemispheres have been bound together for better or for worse.

While in port, the general public is invited to visit the ships for a walk-aboard, self-guided tour.

Admission charges are $8 for adults, $ 7 for seniors and $6 for students ages 5 to 16. Children 4 and under are allowed on board for free.

The ships are open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

No reservations are necessary.

Teachers or organizations wishing to schedule a 30-minute guided tour with a crew member should call 1-787-672-2152.

CLICK HERE to visit their website for more information.

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