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Volunteering gets the 130-year-old museum ship Angela von Barßel sailing!
Find out how the museum ship “Angela von Barßel” stays fit thanks to volunteer work and contributes to maritime events.
Volunteering gets the 130-year-old museum ship Angela von Barßel sailing!
The story of the museum stjalk “Angela von Barßel” is anything but ordinary. The impressive ship, which was born in 1896 at the Dutch shipyard A. Mulder in the Stadskanaal, is almost 130 years old. Originally known as M/SA Karl Heinz, it was discovered 40 years ago by Captain Johannes Berkenheger and has since been given new life thanks to dedicated volunteers. “This effort is essential to keep the ship seaworthy,” emphasizes Peter Droste, who has been chairman of the “Museumstjalk Angela von Barßel” association for five years.
Some important work is currently underway. The ship's large leeboards are being overhauled to reduce drift - an important step in ensuring that it can continue to take part in maritime events in the future. “We have set ourselves the goal of preserving the historic motor sailing ship through voluntary work,” explains Droste. The association was founded back then to purchase the ship for 18,000 marks, and since then a lot of time and effort has been invested in the restoration and technical equipment.
Captain and his crew
The “Angela von Barßel” has become a fixture at various maritime events over the last 20 years. Prominent guests such as Herbert Schmalsteg, Werner Remmers and Christian Wulff have already sailed across the river and experienced the beauty and history of the ship during their journey. A special “figurehead” in the shape of the “Seute Deern” adorns the tip of the bow and is simply part of it. This combination of tradition and community makes the ship a true jewel of the region.
“We are proud of what we have achieved with our club,” continued Droste. “The commitment of the volunteers is impressive and shows that a real community works together here.” It is the voluntary commitment that not only keeps the “Angela von Barßel” alive, but also ensures that she can continue to conquer the waterways.
A real piece of history, covered in water and passion, that is the “Angela von Barßel”. A ship that not only shares the waves, but also brings people together. Stay tuned to see where the journey goes next! Further information about “Angela von Barßel” can be found in this article by NWZonline.