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August, 2014

 

 
Herreshoff Classic Regatta 
August 22-24th 

Events for Classic Yacht Enthusiasts & Owners Alike

The Herreshoff Classic Regatta is an annual event drawing participants from around the world. Classic yachts, many of them Herreshoff designs, gather for a weekend of racing and social events.  Sign up for races and social events NOW

The festivities begin with the Living Boat Show on Friday August 22nd from 5pm to 10pm. The event is FREE and open to the public. The show welcomes participants in the Regatta and members of the general public to come together in celebration of classic yachts and our nation's yachting history. Enjoy cocktails with a cash bar.


Racing begins Saturday morning. A celebratory dinner will be served Saturday night starting at 5pm followed by awards. Purchase your meal tickets online: Click Here

 

Click Here for Registration and Schedule 

New Store Merchandise! 

The Herreshoff Museum Store has received a new makeover, both online and in-store. The online store now features a wider selection of apparel options, bags, accessories, and home decor, as well as an improved shopping experience. New items include: Sea Bags and totes, blankets, models, and more. New items are being added on a regular basis, so check back often to get your hands on new items before they're gone. 
 

Click Here to visit the Online Store

"For Sail in Bristol: Part History, Part Seamanship" 

East Bay Newspapers published a great article in the Bristol Phoenix in early August about the Herreshoff Seamanship Program.

Click Here to read the article.   

Halsey Herreshoff on the Herreshoff Centennial Classes of 1914  

On July 24th, Halsey C. Herreshoff delivered a stunning lecture to a sold out crowded celebrating the three Herreshoff Centennial Classes of sailing yachts. He explained the significant actions of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company and its outstanding team that functioned so impressively in 1914. This lecture was filmed by Halsey Fulton of Fish Hawk Films. Click the link below to watch a playlist of Mr. Herreshoff's lecture. 


 

Click Here to Watch the Video

Successful 4th of July Celebrations 
 
Our Fourth of July celebration this year was one for the books! We kicked off our fun filled weekend with dinner on the Third with cocktails and a fantastic meal provided by Preppy Big BBQ, there was also plenty of dancing thanks to the Honkytonk Knights. Even the kids had a blast with s'mores on the beach and a coloring table set up right on the waterfront. It was fun night for all ages. ...

Curator's Log

Herreshoff Testimonials of 1879

 

In 1878, about the time the John Brown and Nat Herreshoff joined together in partnership to form the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company (HMCo), they solicited testimonials from recent customers at the time. The responses were combined and printed as "Testimonials to The Herreshoff Manufacturing Company" apparently for distribution to potential customers. Sadie L. Herreshoff preserved one listing of testimonials in her scrapbook "Newspaper Cuttings". The following are taken from this collection. All the steam vessels mentioned were equipped with the Herreshoff Patented Safety Coil Boiler and the selection of testimonials emphasizes the importance of the coil boiler to HMCo's business at that time....

 

 

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Museum Hours
 
Monday-Sunday 
10am - 5pm
(now until Sept 14)

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Starting on Monday, September 14th, the Museum will be closed on Mondays & Tuesdays. Open Hours will be Tuesdays to Sundays from 10am to 5pm. 

NEW STORE ITEM:

H 12� Copper Weathervane  
 
The Museum Store now features a handcrafted copper weathervane depicting the iconic Herreshoff 12� made by a local artist. Show your love of Herreshoff design on your home or in your garden. 

The RELIANCE Project

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Save the Dates 
 

August 22-24 
Herreshoff Classic Yacht Rendezvous & Regatta, at the HMM Waterfront.
Click here for Notice of Race and to register.  

 

 

  

 

 

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Herreshoff Marine Museum

One Burnside Street, Bristol, RI

401-253-5000

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