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The Welcome is a replica of a late 18th century armed sloop of war.  Originally built for the 1976 bicentennial, she was docked at Mackinaw City.  For the last few years, volunteers from MHA have been extensively repairing and rebuilding the boat.  This summer, 2007, the Welcome has begun sailing.