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NEWS FROM THE HERRESHOFF MARINE MUSEUM
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Donate to the Year End Appeal
It is critical that we continue to preserve and interpret the invaluable cultural heritage represented by the Herreshoff Marine Museum / America's Cup Hall of Fame. We can only do that with your help! Your support and the support of others like you have enabled a genuine renaissance at the Museum. Click Here to read our report on the year past and to discover the tremendous progress your contributions have made possible.
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Upcoming Lecture
Don't miss our next exciting lecture on November 20. In the summer of 2014 Jean-Pierre ("JP") Mouligne, his wife Kate, their two children and two French cousins sailed from Bristol to France aboard their 45 foot sloop Flamili. The family will discuss their preparation for the trip and describe their adventures at sea. You will meet the family during the reception preceding the lecture. The reception will begin at 6:00 and the lecture at 7:00.
Reserve your ticket by calling 401-253-5000 or online. Children under 12 are FREE.
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Can You Identify this Hardware?
Recently, the Museum was asked about the hardware shown in this photograph.
The part is bronze and the name Paxton & Co. is cast into the body. The outside diameter of the large ring is 5.5" and the inside diameter is 3.375".
The story goes (perhaps embellished over the years) that this part was conceived by Teo Petterson, a sailmaker working with Starling Burgess and Harold Vanderbilt in 1934; and that this hardware was used aboard the Cup defender. Supposedly only four of these were made and used before the part was banned.
If you know what this part is, please email your suggestion(s) to: [email protected].
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Give the Gift of Sailing!
As we all gear up for the holidays, we can't forget about our incredible summer of sailing. And what better gift to give than a sailing class or lesson to a loved one for the holidays? 2015 registration forms are available and we have some exciting programs in store for both youth and adults. The youth program will be offering 1 week sessions with continued half or full day classes. Awards, family sail & ice cream social every Friday afternoon! New spinnaker & racing classes will be offered in the adult program, as well as our 12 � rental program. Give an experience that won't soon be forgotten! To sign-up for a sailing gift certificate, contact Sailing Director Maria Coughlin ( [email protected]).
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New Fall Colors!
The Museum Gift Store has recently stocked up on New Fall Colors of the Embroidered Luster Loft Blankets. New colors include: Soft Beige, Golden Dune, Chocolate, & Patriot Blue. These blankets are perfect for keeping warm on Thanksgiving Day.
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Curator's Log
Charles Frederick Herreshoff II and the Herreshoff Motor Company
Part One: Boats Before Autos
This is the first of a two part series about naval architect, engineer and automobile entrepreneur Charles Frederick Herreshoff II and the Herreshoff Motor Company he founded.
Charles Frederick Herreshoff II (1880-1954) was born in Nice France. His father, James Brown Herreshoff, third son of Charles Frederick Herreshoff was the older brother of John Brown and Nat Herreshoff. James was an accomplished chemist and inventor; baking powder, process to manufacture sulfuric acid, naphtha driven motorcycle with internal combustion engine; Herreshoff Patented Safety Coil Boiler, to name a few.
Read On...
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Frost Biter's Bash: February 7th, 2015
Planning for the 3rd annual Frost Biter's Bash is well underway. Each year, the Bash welcome guests to experience the Museum like never before. Supported by local caterers and vendors, the Museum is transformed into an exiting and captivating environment like never before. The evening includes a wide variety of food stations by local caterers, open bar, DJ, dancing, games, live and silent auctions, and more! Save the Date for February 7th, 2015.
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Corporate & Office Holiday Parties at Herreshoff
Is your office or workplace looking for a place to host a Holiday Party? Look no further than Herreshoff. Celebrate the holidays amongst beautiful historic boats and models in our Hall of Boats or Aria Gallery. For more information, contact Liz Marchi by phone at 401-253-5000 or online at [email protected].
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The Museum and Store will be closed on November 14th after 1pm. Regular hours are Tuesdays to Sundays from 10am to 5pm until December 21st. We will be closed Thanksgiving Day and the Friday following.
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Upcoming Events
December 12th: Museum Members Holiday Party
January 22: Lecture by Llewellen Howland
February 7: 3rd Annual Frost Biter's Bash
February 19: Lecture by Sandy Lee
March 19: Lecture Series: Ask the Experts
April 16: Lecture by Halsey C Herreshoff
June 18: Lecture by Dyer Jones
June 20: Gala
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Latest News:
Within the last few weeks, we discovered that our Barbie doll ( "Bristol Barbie") on the RELIANCE model does in fact belong. Hope Goddard Iselin was a female racing crew member who served as timekeeper. This realization brings in a whole new conversation on female pioneers in the America's Cup. Hopefully, she'll be donned in the blue and white sailor's outfit soon.
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