Maritime Folknet Presents:
Northshore Ramblers & Dan Roberts
at the Ballard Locks
May 16th, 2026
2:00-4:00pm Pacific Time
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
3015 NW 54th St.
Seattle, WA 98107
The Chittenden Locks and The Army Corps of Engineers wanted music for Water Safety Day at the Ballard Locks, and Maritime Folknet was happy to help out!
Bring a blanket or camp chair to the Ballard Locks on May 16th, and hear The Northshore Ramblers and Dan Roberts play for you. While you’re there you can learn more about boating safety, more about the locks, more about the fish ladder, more about the beautiful grounds and gardens there!
FREE to attend!
The Performers
Northshore Ramblers
Father/daughter duo Bob Jackson and Lynn Applegate have been singing and playing folk music together for over 40 years. Bob is an accomplished banjo and guitar player who enjoys playing sea shanties, bluegrass, folk music, and comedic songs. Lynn specializes in contemporary folk music and re-configuring traditional music of all genres.
Dan Roberts
A retired elementary school music teacher as well as a professional musician, Dan has an extensive knowledge of Northwest maritime history and music, and is a skilled writer and editor. Raised in the Bay Area, graduate of Pomona College, Dan Roberts also studied opera and received the training that makes his voice one of the most notable and powerful in the folk music community. Dan’s repertoire spans centuries, and his voice spans three octaves. He is a veteran of the Victory at Sea chantey group, member of the Seattle Labor Chorus, as well as the bands Bold Horizon and The Whateverly Brothers. Dan was employed at the non-profit organization Northwest Seaport from 1997-2006, where he managed the music program and led ship tours, and was largely responsible for re-establishing the Northwest Seaport Chantey Sing in 2000. He is a frequent leader of the sings.
Ways to Support Maritime Folknet
- Become a Member
- Buy our music (we have produced several CDs)
Thanks to / Support From
Thanks to 4Culture for their continuing support
Thanks to our performers, our audience, and to every individual donor!