The Enterprize - Melbourne History

Today we went and viewed a replica of the very first ship to land in Melbourne, and start a colony. The original Enterprize was a schooner that was built in 1830. On August 1st, 1835, the Enterprize sailed from George Town (in Tasmania). It landed in what is now Melbourne on August 30, 1835.
Here is a picture of the replica:


We were able to go onboard the ship, and it was really cool.


A view of the rear of the ship.


All of the rigging involved is amazing.



Navigation has come a long way from just a compass....


More ropes, rigging, and sailor's knots.




It was a very interesting day.