A collection of historic schooners, once featured on a Maine-themed quarter and associated with legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau, now lie abandoned at the bottom of a canal in New York City. The vessels, which once served as symbols of maritime heritage, have fallen into disrepair after years of neglect. Local efforts are reportedly underway to address their deteriorating condition, raising questions about preservation and the future of these maritime relics. The story highlights the contrast between their past significance and their current state of abandonment.


Schooners that graced a Maine-themed quarter or hosted Cousteau rest at the bottom of a NYC canal  Laredo Morning Times