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Replicas of Columbus ships Nina and Pinta arrive in Newport

Posted at 5:10 PM, Aug 29, 2018
and last updated 2018-08-29 17:10:31-04

NEWPORT, Ky. -- Replicas of two sailing ships used by Christopher Columbus on expedition to the West Indies have arrived in Newport. 

The Nina and Pinta are docked at Hooters and Beer Sellar on Riverboat Row. 

They will be open to the public starting at 9 a.m. Aug. 30. Tickets cost $8.50 for adults, $7.50 for seniors and $6.50 for students age 5-16. Children under 4 are free.

Watch the video above to get a preview of what's inside and to hear from the crew.