GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- After a history-making voyage to New York for America's 250th anniversary festivities, the Tall Ship Elissa returned home to Galveston's port on Saturday.

PREVIOUS REPORT: Historic ship sets off from Galveston to New York for event celebrating America's 250th anniversary The completed voyage was 5,000 miles and lasted a historic 66 days, organizers said.

Elissa traveled to New York for the Sail4th celebration marking America's 250th birthday.