Exhibit: Sailors of the Mayflower

Name:	Sailors of the Mayflower
Period:	17th Century (1600-1699)
Trade:	Sailor
City:	Provo
State:	Utah
Travel:	Regional
To Schedule:	Schedule Request Form
Standard Fee:	$200 for up to 4 hours
Location:	provo
Travel:	Regional
Note:	Embark on a voyage across the Atlantic with John Clark, first-mate on the Mayflower. This interpretation delves into the harsh realities of life at sea, the challenges of navigation, and the dangers faced by mariners during the Age of Sail. Engage in insightful conversations about shipboard life, nautical skills, and the impact of maritime trade on global history. Potential Discussion Topics: Shipboard Life: Discuss the daily routines of sailors, the hierarchy on board, and the challenges of living in cramped and often unsanitary conditions. Navigation and Seafaring: Explore the techniques used by sailors to navigate the vast oceans, including celestial navigation and dead reckoning. Maritime Trade: Discuss the importance of maritime trade to the global economy, the risks involved, and the role of sailors in facilitating commerce. Shipwrecks and Piracy: Explore the dangers faced by sailors, including storms, shipwrecks, and pirate attacks. Immerse yourself in the world of a 17th-century sailor and gain a firsthand understanding of the challenges and rewards of life at sea. This exhibit includes displaying of the world's largest scale model of the Mayflower. Measuring eight feet in length, it provides amazing detail of conditions onboard a 17th century trading vessel.