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12 The 38th Voyageof the Charles W. Morgan

INSPIRATION! Mystic Seaport believes that inspiration should be at the very

core of important museum work, and that applies to staff, scholars and visitors alike.

These days nothing provides more pure inspiration than the Charles W. Morgan herself.

Over the past several months, the Museum, as well as its members and guests, has been

abuzz with excited conversation regarding the prospect of the Charles W. Morgan going

to sea again post-restoration. As you are undoubtedly aware by now, the Museum’s

Board of Trustees voted unanimously to authorize the Museum staff to continue with

its planning to sail the Morgan on a ceremonial 38th voyage in 2013, having agreed that

it is both feasible and responsible to undertake such a venture — without a doubt, a

bold and decisive decision.

Even to the casual museum visitor, the image of the Morgan floating down

the Mystic River and eventually set-

ting sail for New Bedford and beyond

stirs up both romantic and historic

emotions. The question remains: why

would Mystic Seaport undertake such

an enormous venture — why bother?

While the feature article within an-

swers that question more fully, I will

offer here that we must because with

this restoration and renewed strength,

she becomes the vessel through which the Museum connects America — in a most

authentic and compelling manner — to a significant aspect of its maritime and

economic roots. It reminds us and allows us all to consider, through dialogue and

action, some of the challenges that America faced over a century and a half ago in

the midst of the Industrial Revolution.

Great museums are expected to push the boundaries of interpretation and to

engage the public in “conversations” about its past and the relevant human condi-

tion. We believe that restoring and sailing the Charles W. Morgan is potentially the

fullest expression of the Museums’s dual responsibility of stewardship and educa-

tion, giving us the unique chance to demonstrate what we have learned over time

about what our ancestors faced as they sailed in search of solutions to our nation’s

challenges and needs.

To visit the Morgan today as she sits in the Henry B. duPont Preservation Ship-

yard is an inspiration in itself. To witness the careful restoration by our skilled staff

inspires one to want to help in some meaningful way. I, for one, cannot get enough

of it and am truly inspired by the work and by the notion that in 2013 she, our

Charles W. Morgan, will once again live as the ship she was built to be. I hope

that you will also find inspiration in this voyage and find a way to help our effort.

One final thought on inspiration: what other organization has the skill, talent

and resolve to restore a 19th-century vessel AND to sail her again? You know the

answer, as you are a proud member. Please spread the word, and thank you for

your unfailing support!

See you on the Morgan,

S E A S C A p E SMystic Seaport magazine is a publication of Mystic Seaport

The Museum of America and the Sea.

PresidentSTEPHEN C. WHITE

executive vice presidentSUSAN FUNK

EditorAnna F. Sawin

contributorsELYSA ENGELMANJEAN KERR KARA lallyERIN RICHARD

DesignKaren WARD THE DAY PRINTING COMPANY

PhotographyDennis Murphynicki pardoAndy PriceSUSANNAH SNOWDEN / OMNIA PHOTOGRAPHICSAMANDA TEDESCHI

coverThe whaleship Charles W. Morgan under sail in 1920.

CONTACT US VISITOR INFORMATION:860.572.5315 | 888.973.2767 ADMINiSTRATION: 860.572.0711 MEMBERSHIP: 860.572.5339 CENTRAL RESERVATIONS: 860.572.5322 MUSEUM STORE: 860.572.5385

MARITIME GALLERY: 860.572.5388

VOLUNTEER SERVICES: 860.572.5378 WWW.MYSTICSEAPORT.ORG

STEPHEN C. WHITE

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Sunday, Sept. 4. 10 a.m. 79th Street Boat Basin off

Manhattan’s Upper West Side

The starting horn sounds and we’re off! A dozen tug-

boats churn up the water, horns blaring and crews hol-

lering as the 17th annual Great North River Tugboat

Race starts. I’m standing on one of the oldest and small-

est tugs in the race, the 1901 New York State canal tug

Urger. Cheerful in its blue-and-yellow paint scheme,

this “teaching tug” is soon left behind by the more mod-

ern commercial tugs with their larger engines and twin

propellers. The fastest tug takes just over six minutes to

travel the one nautical mile.

Running in the back of the pack improves the view

for director of photography Dan Harvison and me, but

also makes the ride more treacherous. There’s no room

for anyone but the captain in the tiny wheelhouse, so we

face the spray on the front deck. Dan is most vulnerable,

focusing on filming the race with a handheld HD camera.

Dan has already told me that if he goes overboard he will

Notes from an Exhibit Developer’s Tugboat Adventures

Three times in the past four months, Mystic Seaport exhibit researcher Elysa Engelman has had the chance to ride on

tugboats while we shoot footage for exhibit videos in the upcoming “Tugs!” exhibit. From a Manhattan tugboat race to

ship-assist jobs in Maine and sea trials out of Quonset, RI, each trip was exhilarating and interesting in its own way.

throw the camera up toward me as he falls and I’m sup-

posed to catch it before yelling “man overboard.” I can’t

quite tell if he’s joking, but know the expensive (rented)

camera will be ruined if it goes into the river.

Another colleague, Brandon Morgan, is on the race

committee boat somewhere ahead of us shooting another

view of the racing tugs, while producer Lisa Simmons is

stationed on the pier.

After the race, all the tugs mill around in the river while

bystanders take pictures. Tugs team up for nose-to-nose

pushing bouts. We’re the last tug back at the pier, which

means we raft up to two other tugs. As I grip the camera

gear and walk gingerly across a rickety wooden ladder

they’ve jury-rigged to serve as a horizontal gangway

between the rafted tugs, I try not to look down at the

fendered tug hulls grinding against each other.

Tuesday, Dec. 1. 7:30 a.m. Portland, Maine

I awaken to my cell phone ringing insistently and know

immediately who it will be. Pete, the deckhand on the

tug Iona McAllister, delivers a message that is part invita-

tion, part challenge: “If you can get down to the pier by

eight, you can come out with us to escort an oil tanker.”

In half an hour, cameraman Dan, producer Lisa Sim-

mons, and exhibit designer Jeff Crewe and I have loaded

our camera and sound equipment into the van. We drive

through the security gate at the ferry pier on Commercial

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Street, park the van and lug the gear around the narrow

perimeter of a coffee barge, across one tug, and onto

another, a state-of-the-art tractor tug. Dan and I each

wonder when we will get to board a tug that is tied di-

rectly to the pier.

It’s freezing cold but sunny. Last night’s tugboat ride

on the Iona to dock a different oil tanker ended at 10

p.m., so my Bean boots and foul-weather coat are be-

ginning to feel like a second skin. It was too dark that

night to capture any good footage, but we recorded great

interviews with Capt. Brian Fournier and his crew. Today

we’re onboard the year-old Andrew McAllister hoping to

get some clear footage of daily life and work aboard a

Portland harbor tug.

From the minute the deckhands cast off, we’re in con-

stant motion. From the thrumming of the diesel engines

to the delicate dance of turning, backing, and pushing the

nimble tug works in concert with two others in bringing

a massive oil tanker safely away from the pipeline pier

and under a busy bridge to the mouth of the harbor.

Onboard, our film crew is also in constant motion —

climbing up the wheelhouse to record the captain getting

directions from the harbor pilot choreographing the tug/

tanker dance, then clambering back down to the deck to

get action shots of the deckhand adjusting lines.

If the tug is a three-dimensional stage, it’s a pro-

gressive play with the scenes all playing at the same time.

We’re getting better at anticipating where the action will

be next. Dan shoots it all, the camera perpetually glued to

his arm and his eye. Jeff takes still photos for inspiration

in exhibit design and I’m trying to mentally record it all

while staying out of their way, but also speaking up when I

see the potential for a shot we can use in a “Tugs!” exhibit

videos. I’m hoping we caught enough to give visitors a

sense of what it’s like to work on a modern harbor tug.

The McAllister captain and crews are friendly but

focused. Underlying each action is a sense of purpose.

Even before the tug leaves the dock, it is burning money

in the form of diesel fuel and salaries. The unspoken

philosophy: Stay out as long as the job takes, but don’t

waste time. The oil company that owns the tanker will

be charged around $4,000 for assistance of the tugs, a

necessary operating cost in these days of strict regula-

tions to prevent potential oil spills.

Monday, Dec. 7. 8 a.m. Senesco Shipyard, Quonset Point, RI

I’m standing high in the wheelhouse of a brand-new

116-foot tug, named Laurie Ann Reinauer, built by the

Reinauer-owned Senesco. This oceangoing tug is designed

to fit into the notch at an oil barge’s stern and push it,

laden with up to 3.3 million gallons of oil, through fog,

high seas, and other rough conditions up and down the

New England coast. Right now, the water in Narragansett

Bay is flat and calm and we barrel along at a top speed

of 13 knots, passing a fishing trawler. The tug captain is

pleased with its maneuverability, showing how the tall

tug can do figure eights in the water and “walk” sideways

to the pier, thanks to its NautiCAN nozzles, each with an

integral triple-rudder system.

The tug is on its public sea trial. Dan, Jeff, Brandon and I are

here to film the ride, joining tug designer Bob Hill, two freelance

photographers who are tug enthusiasts, and representatives from

Senesco and its parent company, Reinauer. The tone is celebra-

tory as the pride of the shipyard workers and managers shines

through. This is only the third tug they’ve built and it’s clear that

they are excited to see how well she performs.

We’re all standing in a wheelhouse that towers five stories above

the deck, giving the captain good visibility when pushing a light

barge. As I look around at the dozen people standing comfortably

inside and at all the high-tech navigation and communications

equipment within the captain’s easy reach, I realize we’ve come

a long way from the slippery deck and one-man wheelhouse of

the historic Urger.

And at last, on our final tug adventure, after we have learned

to pack light on camera batteries, microphones and other heavy

gear, we disembark easily across a stable metal gangway, directly

from the tug to the pier.

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Tugs!get ready for “Tugs!” IT’s A brAND-

NEw ExhIbIT opENINg IN MAy, 2010 and

bringing the fascinating story of

American tugboats to Mystic seaport.

Every day tugboats move millions of

tons of cargo, escort cruise ships,

save lives during maritime disas-

ters, conduct environmental clean-

ups and salvage wrecks. yet, many

people still think of tugs as the

cheery, coal-smoke-bellowing little

ships from children’s storybooks. It

will introduce the kinds of work that

tugboats do and how they’ve changed

over the past 150 years in their

design, operation, and use. Visitors

will also learn why today’s tugs are

stronger, safer, and more efficient

than ever, and how tugs might change

in the future.

This colorful, inviting exhibit is

designed for family audiences and

school groups, but with plenty of

content to satisfy even the most

knowledgeable maritime expert. It

will include hands-on activities as

well as material drawn from Mystic

seaport’s rich collections — historic

photographs, paintings, models, and

manuscripts about important tug-re-

lated people, places and events.

Don’t miss Tug blast, a weekend event

celebrating all things tugs, May 22 - 23

—— and stay tuned for more tug events

all summer long!

Galley Winter Menu

SANDWICHES & WRAPS

ROAST TURKEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.50

Roast Turkey and Swiss with Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion and Garlic Mayonnaise on a Kaiser Roll

HAM and PROVOLONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . $ 8.50

Ham, Provolone Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers, Lettuce,Tomato, Balsamic Vinaigrette on Ciabatta

ROAST BEEF and CHEDDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . $ 8.50

Roast Beef, Cheddar, Red Onions, Lettuce ,Tomato, Horseradish Mayonnaise on Ciabatta

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . $ 7.25

Mystic Market Chicken Salad, Lettuce, Tomato on Wheat Bread

HUMMUS WRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.50

Roasted Garlic Hummus, Feta, Cucumbers, Shredded Carrots, Lettuce, Tomato on a Spinach Wrap

CLASSIC TUNA SALAD WRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . $ 8.00

Lettuce, Red Onion and Ripe Tomato

COMBO ½ SANDWICH AND SOUP (CHICKEN OR TUNA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . $ 7.00

ALL SANDWICHES AND WRAPS SERVED WITH POTATO CHIPS

SOUPS AND SALADS

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cup $ 3.25

BUTTERNUT BISQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . Cup $ 3.00

EAST MARKET SALAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.50

Greens, Gorgonzola or Goat Cheese, Toasted Spiced Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Balsamic Vinaigrette

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . $ 6.50

Romaine Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing

FROM THE GRILL

ANGUS BURGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 8.00

100% Angus, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles on Kaiser Roll

ANGUS CHEESE BURGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . $ 8.50

100% Angus, Gorgonzola or Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles on Kaiser Roll

GRILLED CHICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 8.50

Caramelized Onions, Spinach, Pepper Jack Cheese, Lemon Mayonnaise on Ciabatta

GRILLED REUBEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9.00

Corn Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, Russian Dressing on Rye

CLASSIC GRILLED CHEESE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . $ 5.25

Cheddar Cheese on White Bread

GRILLED ALL BEEF FOOT LONG HOT DOG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5.50

Add Chili Con Queso . . . . . . . $ .50 Or Beef Chili . . . . . . . $ .50

FRIED CHICKEN FINGERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . $ 5.75

Breaded All White Meat Chicken

ALL ITEMS ABOVE SERVED WITH POTATO CHIPS

FISH & CHIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.50

White Fish, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce and French Fries

HOT MARKET TORTILLA CHIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . $ 3.50

Served with Chili Con Queso or Beef Chili

SIDES SWEETS

FRENCH FRIES JUMBO COOKIES

COLE SLAW Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD $1.50

SPICY SESAME LO MEIN NOODLES GELATO

$ 2.75 $ 2.75

BEVERAGES

BOTTLED WATER $ 1.50 FOUNTAIN SODA $ 2.50 JUICE OR MILK $ 1.95

BEER OR WINE $ 5.50 HOT CHOCOLATE $ 2.50 COFFEE OR TEA $ 2.00

The team that made Mystic Market and

Aspen Restaurant of Old Saybrook local

culinary landmarks now oversees all food

service at Mystic Seaport.

Coastal Gourmet is staffing and op-

erating the Museum’s on-grounds din-

ing venues — The Galley Restaurant and

Schaefer’s Spouter Tavern and the newly

renamed and renovated Seamen’s Inne,

now known as Latitude and scheduled for

a spring 2010 opening.

Coastal Gourmet is responsible for

booking and servicing wedding and ca-

tered events in venues like the Museum’s

open-air boat shed, north lawn and even

the steamboat Sabino.

“Our goal is to provide our visitors and

members with the ultimate experience –

and that includes food service,” said Mystic

Seaport President Steve White. “Establish-

ing a relationship with Coastal Gourmet is

a natural fit for us. We both seek to achieve

the same goal – to provide quality product

and service to our customers.”

The Mystic-based company, which was

established in 1993, operates Mystic Mar-

ket East & West, Coastal Gourmet Cater-

ing & Event Planning, the 250-seat venue

Stonington Meadows and the culinary op-

erations at Stonington Harbor Yacht Club.

Additionally, the group, which is owned

by Charles Spathakis, owns and operates

Aspen, an Old Saybrook eatery

named the best new res-

taurant in Connecticut

in 2009 by Connecticut

magazine.

“We are committed to

exceeding expectations

of Museum visitors and

members,” said Spathakis,

himself a longtime Mystic

Seaport member. “Our team

has implemented an innova-

tive vision which has allowed

the company to grow steadily

since our inception. Partnering

with Mystic Seaport is a logical

progression for us.”

“This is the start of what we

believe to be a very strong part-

nership — one that not only ben-

efits each organization, but, more

importantly, visitors, members and

clients,” said White.

To view the complete new Galley

menu and get a preview of the new

Latitude menu when it is released

this spring, be sure to check online

at www.mysticseaport.org.

M u s e u M B r i e f s

Coastal Gourmet serves up new menus, new restaurant at mystiC seaport

Capitol hill reCeption

[lEfT TO righT] JOhN CASEy, prESidENT, ElECTriC bOAT; bill bONvilliAN, A NEW MEMbEr Of ThE MuSEuM'S iNTErNATiONAl COuNCil; prESidENT STEvE WhiTE; ANd TEd hACk, dirECTOr, gOvErNMENT rElATiONS SubMAriNE prOgrAMS, gENErAl dyNAMiCS.

MySTiC SEApOrT prESidENT STEvE WhiTE WiTh CONgrESSMAN JOE COurTNEy, rEprESENTiNg CONNECTiCuT'S 2Nd CONgrESSiONAl diSTriCT. phOTO CrEdiT: NEil MCkiErNAN

Mystic Seaport and the Connect-

icut Society hosted a Capitol Hill

reception on September 15, 2009,

for members and staff to the Con-

necticut congressional delegation

and Washington, D.C., friends of the

Museum. The event was graciously

supported by General Dynamics

Corporation.

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I LOvE FIDDLEHEADS not only for their earthy, asparagus-like flavor, but for the signal they send when they arrive in local produce markets, usually sometime in April. It means that it’s finally spring in New England. It may not be warm exactly, but we know that winter is over and we can look forward to more of the earth’s bounty as the days grow longer and warmer.

I’ve never gathered fiddleheads myself. (Like foraging for mushrooms, I would want to be very sure indeed that I was gathering the right sort of fern.) But they are a wild-harvested crop and are generally found growing alongside streams and lakes from April to June. And if you are lucky enough to be able to forage for mushrooms, or have a source for them, chanterelles and morels do make a lovely accompaniment to fiddleheads, sharing an earthy richness and the aroma of woodlands in spring.

Fiddleheads are the unfurled fronds of the os-trich fern, with their distinctive furled heads (like the carved head of a violin) and brown papery “skin” that should be peeled and/or rinsed off.

Jean Kerr is the author of Mystic Seafood: Great Recipes, History, and Seafaring Lore from Mystic Seaport, as well as Union Oyster House Cookbook and the forthcoming Windjammer Cooking. She is the editor of Taste of the Seacoast magazine and co-owner of Smith Kerr Associates Publishing.

1 pound fiddlehead ferns, cleaned as above, and steamed for 20 minutes 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves finely chopped garlic 1/4 cup pancetta or bacon, cut into 1/4-inch cubes 1/4 cup white vermouth 1 tablespoon butter, optional 1/2 pound of wild mushrooms (chanterelles, oyster, morels, shitake or a blend) wiped clean and sliced Kosher or sea salt and ground black pepper 1 pound of small penne regate or your favorite pasta 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesano Reggiano

1. Heat oil in a large sauté pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon or pancetta, and cook, stirring until lightly browned. Add mushrooms and cook for three to four minutes. Add garlic and vermouth and cook until the mushrooms begin to brown and liquid is evaporated. Add salt and pepper to taste and swirl in the butter if you wish.

2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to manufacturer’s directions. Drain, reserv-ing 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

3. Return drained pasta to the pot, and add mushroom, pancetta and fiddlehead mixture. toss well with pasta liquid and add cheese. season with salt and pepper to taste. serve immediately.

Penne with Pancetta, wild MushrooMs and FiddleheadsThis would be particularly good over fresh or dried lemon-pepper pasta.

Fiddleheads are usually anywhere from half an inch to an inch in diameter and come with the distinctive grooved, smooth stalk. This tends to be quite short, as the fiddleheads are harvested when they are only a few inches above the ground.

Due to their earthy environment and uncultivated nature, you should wash well and cook before sam-pling. Trim the cut ends of the stalk and wash thor-oughly in a colander. Put them in a large bowl of fresh water and swirl them around, rubbing off the thin flakes of chaff on the ferns. Pat dry in a clean kitchen towel, rubbing off the remaining parchment-like cover-ing. Most experts recommend cooking the fiddleheads for 10 minutes in boiling water, or steaming them for 20 minutes.

After steaming or boiling, drizzle with a sprinkle of olive oil and a touch of lemon juice, they make a lovely side dish or addition to a salad. Or try making them part

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I magine walking through a

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against a wall of flowers or eat-

ing lunch in a nook of thorns and berries.

Are these delightful moments only experi-

enced within old gardens, with vines that

are as ancient as the structures they grow

on? Or can we enjoy them within our own

garden, covering modern structures and ver-

tical areas with natural, enchanting beauty?

Using vines in the garden adds height, color

and texture in places that would normally be

bare or unsightly. A vine’s stretching foliage

can adorn chainlink fences, stark staircases,

stone walls, tree stumps and porches. At the

Seaport, there are a number of climbing vines

grown to hide our bare walls, to decorate iron

fences and to cover other structures for privacy.

Native to Mexico and tropical South

America, cathedral bells (Cobaea scandens)

is grown as an annual vine in New England.

This towering vine grows as much as 25 feet

in one season. With one-foot-long tendrils,

cathedral bells wraps around almost any-

thing; trellises, pillars, arbors, staircases

and stucco walls. Cathedral bells’ compound

purple-veined leaves and shrubby habit pro-

vide shade during hot summer days and can

create privacy. Most important, this vine has

unique flowers that bloom from midsummer

though fall. The bell-shaped flowers have

the slightest honey fragrance. They emerge

pale green and turn through the season to a

purple with white veins. Each flower hangs

delicately upside-down mimicking bells.

virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quin-

quefolia) is a native North American vine

that is a deciduous perennial. A beautiful

and hardy vine, virginia creeper can grow

in full sun or full shade, poor soil or rich,

and it is salt-tolerant. Growing this vine is

easy, as it does not need any support. virginia

creeper’s disk-like suckers secrete calcium

carbonate, which acts as glue and allows it

to attach to anything. A vigorous grower,

this vine will grow as tall as the structure

that it is climbing. It can also crawl on the

ground, acting as an attractive ground cover,

especially in the fall, with its brilliant red

palmate leaves. virginia creeper’s foliage

can be mixed with other annual or perennial

ground covers, such as lamb’s ear (Stachys

byzantina) or foam flower (Tiarella cordifolia).

One may become attached to vines, helping

them climb, manually twisting their tendrils

around the structure that they will become

part of. Depending on the species, some vines

are finicky and need extra attention when they

are getting started. Use string to tie up young

vines and carefully prune to ensure proper

branching. When training vines, be sure that

the structure and location are ideal for the ma-

ture size and weight of the vine; also be sure

to have good air circulation between the vine

and the structure. All in all, even the forgetful

gardener can grow vines. Once started, vines

are relatively simple to care for, easy to experi-

ment with and come in all shapes and sizes.

Gardening by the Sea columnist Kara Lally is the Museum's horticulturalist and garden supervisor. She has a degree in horticulture and anthropology from the University of Connecticut.

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When we reflect upon the moments that

define our lives, it’s rarely the simple

tasks we remember. Monumental feats

that called upon our utmost strength — events

when against all challenging forces our character

and integrity endured — these are the moments

that tell the stories of our lives. And just as with

people, vessels, too, earn a lifetime of such sto-

ries. Perhaps none more so than the Charles

W. Morgan, who, as the nation’s sole surviving

wooden whaleship and the oldest commercial

ship afloat, is about to add another chapter to

her already storied life.

In September of 2009, the Board of Trustees

at Mystic Seaport authorized Museum staff to

restore the 168-year -old vessel to sailing condition and to

plan a ceremonial 38th voyage upon completion of the cur-

rent 6.5 million dollar restoration project. The unanimous

vote came after Mystic Seaport conducted its own four-month

feasibility study into sailing the registered National Historic

Landmark vessel.

“This decision has excited the Trustees more than any proj-

ect I can remember in the past 25 years,” said Richard vietor,

the Museum’s chairman of the Board of Trustees. “We realize

that this is a very ambitious and large goal, but our task it to

make others believe rather than be daunted by the goal. The

Board of Trustees cer-

tainly believes. Enough

work has been done by

Dana Hewson, Quentin

Snediker and their crew

in the shipyard proving

that sailing the Charles

W. Morgan is technically

feasible, so we are posi-

tive this can be done.

These are not idle goals.”

The current project

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following the bulk of her restoration work in spring 2012.

Following an additional year of work in the water in order to

reinstall her rig, the whaleship will set sail in the summer of

2013. Before truly beginning her voyage, the Morgan will be

towed down the Mystic River to New London, Connecticut,

for additional ballast, and from there she will sail to Newport,

Rhode Island, carefully monitored by a support fleet. The next

leg of her journey returns the Morgan to the port where she was

originally built in 1841 in New Bedford, Massachusetts — the

port that acted as her homeport for the majority of the 37 voy-

ages that sailed to all corners of the world. After New Bedford,

the Morgan will continue on through the Cape Cod Canal to

Stellwagen Bank, a national marine sanctuary located off of

Provincetown, Massachusetts. The symbolic visit will be the

final stop on the Morgan’s voyage before she returns to Chubb’s

Wharf to continue to welcome a new generation of visitors that

will join the more than 20 million people who have walked

her decks since her arrival at Mystic Seaport in 1941.

As with most unconventional visions and epic journeys,

the reception to the Morgan’s upcoming voyage has been both

praised and questioned. Many have asked why. The Museum’s

carefully laid — out comprehensive goals for the voyage seek

to resolve all doubt: the Morgan’s voyage will illuminate the

whaleship’s history for audiences that never before have been

privy to her life; it will bring public history to life via a com-

the Morgan, noted Snediker. “A sense of

liveliness has been brought to the project;

though many of the crew are more inter-

ested in their craft than they are in sailing,

the idea that their skill will produce an

object that will eventually move adds a

whole new layer of life to the restoration,”

said Snediker.

Other elements of the vessel that will

be replaced to make her seaworthy again

include rigging, the bowsprit, portions

of the spars and some of her 22 sails —

primarily the staysail, spanker sail and

topsails. Though many of the whaleship’s

upper sails are in good shape and won’t

need replacing, the Museum is currently

undertaking an inventory and survey of

all the sails, evaluating each one to see

which need to be repaired and which need

to be replaced. Modern safety equipment

will also be temporarily added for the voy-

age including life jackets, life rafts, safety

boats, all without altering the ship’s origi-

nal structure.

The Morgan will proudly display both

her renewed structure and more than two

centuries of stories when she sets sail. As

our nation’s oldest commercial sailing

vessel, she represents generations of those

who earned their living from the sea. Their

values, independence, self — reliance,

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innovative and influential nature of the

maritime tradition; and it will stimulate

relevant conversations about the changing

world. But most importantly, the vessel

will do what she was built to do — she will

sail again.

“The Morgan presented us with this re-

markable opportunity,” said Mystic Seaport

President Steve White. “She needed to be

restored from the waterline to the keel, and

for us to do this, to fulfill our obligation to

care for her, we had to undertake the work

now. The restoration will return her to a

state of strength that will show America the

unique nature of her character. At Chubb’s

Wharf, the Morgan demonstrated much

of that character, but only when a ship

moves — only when a ship does what ships

are meant to do — does it show the truest

essence of character.”

Quentin Snediker, the director of the

Museum’s Henry B. duPont Preservation

Shipyard, confirms the Morgan’s soon-

to-be renewed strength saying that the

restoration work necessary for the vessel

is such that, as a result of this work, the

Morgan will indeed be seaworthy. “We’re

addressing some of the last historic fabric

— the most deteriorating wood in the hold

— so she’ll be in as good of a shape when

we’re done as she was when she was an

active whaling vessel,” said Snediker. “I

think it’s important to make the distinc-

tion that we’re not restoring the vessel in

order to make her seaworthy; because,

that degree of restoration, depending on

her condition, might go beyond the degree

of work necessary to maintain historic

integrity,” noted Snediker, stressing the

essential balance between historic integ-

rity and structural integrity that must be

taken into consideration with every vessel

worked on in the shipyard.

“We can’t simply remove wood to make

it better if it’s already good enough. But in

the case of the Morgan, since the areas of

the vessel we’re now addressing have never

in her history, as far as we can detect, been

addressed, there is an extensive amount of

replacement that needs to take place. That

will make the hull capable of being sea-

worthy,” assured Snediker. Approximately

15 percent of the vessel’s original fabric

will remain after the current restoration is

complete, and when the Morgan once again

sails into New Bedford harbor, her hull will

be carried by her original keel — the very

first piece laid when she was built in 1841.

Restoring the ship to seaworthy condi-

tion has made an impact on the seven full

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courage and perseverance in the face of

adversity were critical elements in our

nation’s founding, growth and success.

Sailing the — will not only tell the story

of her restoration, but will also illuminate

the numerous stories of men and women

from varied lands. Back in an era when

American society had become increasingly

divided on the subject of race, the Morgan

often set sail with a remarkably diverse

crew. Men of African, European, Japa-

nese and South Pacific islander descent

regularly worked side by side with New

Englanders on journeys that could last

upwards of five years. Women, too, were

a part of the Morgan’s life, as five captains

brought along their wives — two of whom

were expert navigators.

“We are, in many respects, validating

and bringing attention to the tremendous

sacrifices that Americans and other na-

tionalities made in order to lubricate the

Industrial Revolution,” said White. “We’re

bringing validation to an important ele-

ment of the past and to ethnic communi-

ties such as the Azoreans and the Cape

verdeans in New Bedford. And by bringing

her back to New Bedford, we will be recog-

nizing the port for the great community

it was and is.”

Sailing the Morgan will pay tribute to

all those who lived and served aboard

her, bringing their stories to life for local,

regional and national audiences. From

students and educators to maritime buffs,

vacationers and little children ecstatic at

the sight of seeing a “tall ship,” the Mor-

gan’s 38th voyage will beckon audiences

as diverse as the crews that sailed her. She

will embody public history on a grand

scale, engaging individuals and communi-

ties of diverse cultural backgrounds with

the discovery that their own ancestors

were directly involved with this American

maritime epic.

Those that witness the Morgan under

sail will see the continuation of this epic,

watching as the vessel exemplifies the

innovation, exploration and influence

that make up the core of the maritime

tradition. As the sole survivor of more

than 2,700 American whaleships, the

Morgan alone authentically illuminates

the topics of exploration and discovery,

technology and navigation, social and cul-

tural evolution, the literature of the sea and

the mathematics necessary to sail across

it, and ship design and the influence of

function on it. With this sail comes a re-

newed purpose for the historic ship, as she

sails not only to inform modern audiences

about her historic significance, but also to

identify her contemporary relevance in a

changing world.

“We’re taking this historic object and

exploring it in the context of today, not

in the context of prior generations,” said

White. “If we’re going to sail the Morgan to

the mouth of the river, then let’s keep go-

ing. Our initial idea was to sail her to New

Bedford and back, but we were encouraged

to think more broadly and consider how the

Morgan could tell her story in a contempo-

rary context. Would it not be a great thing

to return to the whales as a ship of peace,

to return as a ship doing contemporary

research, to return as a ship that will force

conversation about what whaling was and

why we don’t do it today? Why not go back

to Stellwagen Bank? It’s the best way to

engage in relevant conversation.”

More than a century ago the Morgan was

a vital part of an industry relevant to its

time. Now, in the twenty-first century, she

will no longer sail the oceans of the world

searching for whales, but rather act as an

ambassador, reminding us that innovation

fades, resources are finite and fresh ideas

are necessary to define new approaches

to global environmental challenges. And

perhaps, most importantly, with her visit to

the national marine sanctuary, the Morgan

will also have the chance to “make peace

and complete her circle,” as noted by The

New London Day’s editorial staff.

To reach the final goal of Stellwagen Bank,

the Morgan project needs significant support.

The cost of restoration alone is $6.5 million

— more than half of which has been raised.

An additional $1.5 million is necessary to un-

dertake the voyage. And while a fundraising

goal this ambitious may seem daunting dur-

ing uncertain economic times, one only need

to look at the significant national maritime

history that the Morgan represents in order to

understand the absolute confidence Mystic

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kSeaport maintains in raising support for this project.

“Donors, ranging from those who have made six — figure contributions

to those who have put a $20 bill in one of the barrels here on the grounds,

have told us they believe this effort is an essential element of our nation re-

membering the stories and lessons that were such an important part of this

country becoming what it is today,” said Matthew Stackpole, the Museum’s

major gifts officer for the Charles W. Morgan. “As one donor said: ‘our family

is proud and pleased to help make this ship strong again so that the next

generations will be able to walk her decks and feel and understand, as

only the real thing can communicate it, American maritime history.’ ”

The stories we build today are the history lessons we leave for

tomorrow. Allowing the Morgan to add another story to her life

will not only provide counsel and interpretation of the past,

but will also bring perspective for the present and hope for

the future. “The story of the American whaling industry,

which the Charles W. Morgan so powerfully represents,

is a rousing chapter in our nation’s history,” said

Pulitzer Prize winning author and historian

David McCullough. “I think to have no sense

of the story of your country is like having no

sense of the history of your life. It’s a form of

amnesia and can be as detrimental to a society

as it is to an individual. I enthusiastically support

the important work Mystic Seaport is doing on the

Morgan’s restoration, which will insure we remember

this vivid chapter in our country’s history.”

By bringing the Morgan to life once again, by calling upon

her strength and by invigorating her with her original purpose

of sailing, Mystic Seaport is ensuring that the historic whale-

ship will add many more untold chapters to her enduring story.

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A momentary escape

from reality. An en-

try into the past. A

glimpse of a better

future. Despite the rising cost of

tickets in today’s uncertain econ-

omy, we faithfully flock to movie

theaters. Films allow us to briefly

walk in someone else’s shoes, pro-

viding a gateway into a moment

that we would otherwise not be

privy to. Well, films provide this…

and so does Mystic Seaport.

The moment visitors step onto

Museum grounds, they are trans-

ported to a re-created 19th-cen-

tury seafaring village alive with

the clip-clopping of hooves, the

pounding of iron in the ship-

smith’s shop and the creaking of

old ships. Each authentic detail

found within Mystic Seaport helps

bring a bygone era to life and cre-

ate a picture of yesteryear — and

it is this exact picture that draws

many of Hollywood’s elite to the

Museum.

From Steven Spielberg to Ric

Burns, directors across the na-

tion have chosen Mystic Seaport

as their cinematic backdrop for

decades, dating as far back as

1956, when John Huston used

Museum grounds to film scenes

for his maritime epic Moby Dick.

The productions have since run

the gamut: from Spielberg’s large-

scale blockbuster Amistad to

Burns’ upcoming documentary

Into the Deep: America, Whaling

and the World to smaller, yet just

as noteworthy credits, which in-

clude commercials and segments

on network and cable television

stations.

“No place in the country is as

real as Mystic Seaport,” said Burns.

“The Museum is not a theme park

facsimile of the past; the past is

actually there. From scamper-

ing up the shrouds of a ship

to demonstrating how to set

a sail, the people who work at

Mystic Seaport — the interns,

docents, staff — they all help

you to understand a bygone

part of American history. There

is a free masonry of living his-

torians who make their home

at Mystic Seaport, and I find it

incredibly moving each time I

walk onto the campus.”

Burns admits he was driven

to Mystic Seaport for “profes-

sional reasons,” feeling con-

fident that the living history

museum could indeed provide

the ideal setting for Into the

Deep, a whaling documentary

scheduled to premiere in the

spring of 2010 on PBS’s Ameri-

can Experience series. But as

soon as filming began aboard

the Charles W. Morgan in Sep-

tember of 2007, Burns found

he had instantly become a

“grateful patron.”

Into the Deep details Ameri-

can whaling when it was at its

peak, an era when whale oil

was used to fuel the Industrial

Revolution. Unfortunately, this

fact has basically been forgot-

ten by the general public, said

Burns. Filming aboard the na-

tion’s last wooden whaleship

helped the documentarian

bring this history back to life.

“There were once 3,000-

plus whaleships; they were

the space shuttles of their

day,” said the documentar-

ian. “They weren’t around for

their beauty or their speed,

but for their durability. Now

that only one remains — the

Charles W. Morgan — that’s a

startling fact. I feel so grateful

to Mystic Seaport as an institu-

tion for caring for this treasure,

and grateful to the men and

women who keep her and the

Museum alive.”

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this National Historic Land-

mark vessel, Mystic Seaport

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America’s seafaring past. Along with sharing this history comes

a vital responsibility to maintain the institution’s historic integ-

rity — a responsibility that for the past 10 years has belonged

to Sarah Spencer, Mystic Seaport’s locations and productions

manager.

“It’s important for film companies to understand Mystic

Seaport’s limitations, which is often a challenge for productions

that have their own focus,” said Spencer. “Many of these film

crews are used to dealing with a sound stage — not a museum

that has parameters.”

Along with carefully guarding the Museum’s vessels, build-

ings and collections, Spencer must also take into consideration

Mystic Seaport’s dual role as an attraction, doing her best to

remind film crews that their presence must not interfere with

a visitor’s experience.

“I try to steer production companies into film-

ing at Mystic Seaport during the shoulder season

— late September through early April when the

grounds are quieter and more manageable,”

said Spencer. This seasonal stipulation is a key

factor in the Museum’s two-page “Guidelines for

Film/video/Photo and Commercial Productions”

document that all prospective film companies

must abide by. The document also states that

“preference is given to feature, documentary and

news productions that depict Mystic Seaport in

an educational, historical or tourism context,”

and that “commercial productions are evaluated based on the

nature of the project, its subject, distribution method and the

manner in which the Museum is represented.”

“Though the Museum does give preferential consideration

to documentaries and educational programs before com-

mercial projects, the list of productions and photo shoots

that have occurred on the grounds has varied tremendously,”

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Not all requests to use Mystic Seaport as a backdrop

are permitted.

“We always get the call from some student who wants

to shoot a music video on the Morgan or someone who

owns their own pirate production group who decides,

‘Hey, let’s go film at Mystic Seaport,’ ” said Spencer. “A lot

of people think that we’re a public park and they don’t

understand that the Museum is privately owned. Once

this is explained to them, people realize the different

limitations that we have and they’re okay with that.”

Spencer acknowledges that the main component in

the smoothness of film shoots at Mystic Seaport is due

to the Museum’s employees.

“Mystic Seaport’s staff is well indoctrinated on filming

procedures,” noted Spencer. “Filming on grounds can

require a lot of internal juggling — from the Facilities

Department emptying the trash much earlier than nor-

mal in the morning to coordinating around the many

educational programs that are held on the Conrad — staff

members understand these issues can become a chal-

lenge and they are always flexible and accommodating.

They are the best people I’ve ever worked with.”

Whether it’s adjusting their daily schedule or step-

ping in at a moment’s notice, Museum employees help

out when needed.

“The shipyard staff has always been phenomenally

helpful in shoots,” praised Spencer. “If there’s a certain

sound issue because the shipyard is running a planer

while a production company is filming, I’ll call Dean

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Seder [shipyard supervisor] and ask if the machines can run

at another time, and the noise will stop almost immediately.”

And though Mystic Seaport’s village and waterfront are seem-

ingly perfect, there are still those moments when a director’s

vision requires just a little bit more, a task that calls upon the

diverse talent and skills of the Museum’s staff.

“When we need to populate the river, I give Doug Butler a

call and he’ll sail the Breck Marshall back and forth for however

long is necessary,” said Spencer.

Other staff members step in to sail boats or climb rigging

if required for a specific scene, a tricky feat that actors are not

allowed to perform. On several occasions, female employees

have doubled as male actors, demonstrating their ability to

transform into 19th-century sailors at a moment’s notice.

Though the essence of Mystic Seaport is woven throughout

all of the productions filmed on grounds, the cinematic regions,

characters and themes highly vary. In December of 2005, the

Museum’s waterfront was transformed for a Federal Express

commercial, requiring four hundred pounds of lobsters and two

days of filming during single-digit temperatures. The finished

product? A 30-second telecast depicting Maine lobstermen

unloading their morning catch on a bright, cold morning.

Undoubtedly, the most well-known Mystic Seaport trans-

formation to date occurred during the filming of Amistad,

Spielberg’s depiction of the historic 1839 mutiny aboard the

ill-fated Baltimore Clipper and the legal battle that soon fol-

lowed. The Academy Award–winning film director discovered

the Museum while scouting locations for Amistad in New

Haven, CT, and quickly decided that Mystic Seaport was the

exact locale he needed for his film.

“The difference in the appearance of Mystic Seaport was

phenomenal,” said Spencer. “The Museum came alive.”

Spielberg, his crew and the Museum staff worked together to

create the director’s vision of an 1839 seafaring village, making

it as authentic as possible — down to the last drop.

“Spielberg brought in bourbon barrels to be used in some

of the scenes,” recalled Spencer. “When his crew left, they left

behind the barrels, which we discovered had actual bourbon

in them. For the longest time, I had a peanut butter jar at home

filled with bourbon.”

When reinventing a faraway time and place, the entertain-

ment industry spares no expense. It would undeniably be

cheaper and easier for film crews to shoot on a sound stage

in Southern California’s San Fernando valley, but would it be

authentic? Would a team of knowledgeable artisans be on

hand to answer questions and step in when needed? Probably

not. Hollywood recognizes that in order to paint the perfect

picture, it must be genuine. And being genuine is what Mystic

Seaport is all about.

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L ast fall the Museum celebrated noted sailor and collec-

tor, William I. Koch, founder, owner and president of

the Oxbow Group at its annual America and the Sea Gala in

New York City. More than 200 people gathered to recognize

this remarkable maritime expert, a collector who consistently

strives to create public access to his collection. As a strong

supporter of art education and art engagement, Bill Koch is

involved with art curricula and welcomes hundreds of school-

children to view his private collection each year.

It was a historic night for other reasons, as the crew America3

All-Women’s America’s Cup Team gathered together for the first

time in years. They celebrated their leader in high style, fully em-

bodying Koch’s “T3 approach: Teamwork, Technology and Talent.”

The night also featured fantastic auction items that helped raise

more than $200,000 for Mystic Seaport. Some of the marquee items

included a private tour of Bill Koch's collection, as well as an exclu-

sive opportunity to charter the 145-ft. luxury motor yacht, Rena.

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a mystiC seaport ameriCa’s Cup reGatta Forty-eight Mystic Seaport members and friends sailed as crew

members on classic 12-meter yachts last August in Newport, RI, for

a truly exhilarating series of races on picturesque Narragansett Bay.

The four yachts were Weatherly (the 1962 Cup defender), American

Eagle (Ted Turner's famous champion and the 1964 Cup contender),

Nefertiti (designed by Ted Hood) and Intrepid (legendary two-time

Cup winner). Ninety-foot masts towered above while boat captains

made assignments through a combination of volunteerism and fast

appraisal of character and strength. And it worked! While some took

turns sitting in the safety of the cockpit, most were on the deck, work-

ing the winches for the halyards and main, plus grinding furiously

for each tack or jibe.

As one crew member said, “The opportunity to sail on a 12-meter

was a dream come true for me!” Don't miss the second Mystic Seaport

America's Cup Regatta this summer, to be held on July 10.

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On August 23, 2009, International Council Member

Sharon Cohen, of Boston and Noank, married Stephen

Johnson in Noank. In lieu of gifts, the bride and groom

asked their guests to join them in their support of the

Museum's restoration of the Charles W. Morgan. They

enclosed a card with their invitations noting that “The

Morgan is the enduring embodiment of the Museum's

dedication to our nation's maritime heritage and to

our responsibility to share that heritage with future

generations.”

Sharon first experienced Mystic Seaport with the

Conrad program in 1977, followed by several trips on

Brilliant and two summers as a full-time instructor in

the Conrad program. In addition to the International

Council, Sharon serves on the Museum’s Investment

Committee.

Appropriately, she and Stephen met during a re-

gatta in 2004; they like to say that their “shared love

of the sea brought us to this special day.”

We are grateful that they included Mystic Seaport in

their celebration and appreciative of their thoughtful

expression of support. As a result of their successful

advocacy for the Morgan, the ongoing restoration of

the Museum’s flagship has greater visibility and a new

group of supporters. We wish Sharon and Stephen fair

winds and a following sea on their new voyage together.

For information as to how you can include the

Museum in your festivities, please call 860.572.5365,

write to EveAnne Stouch, Advancement Office, Mys-

tic Seaport; PO Box 6000, Mystic CT. 06355 or email

advancement@mysticseaport.org.

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By The Numbers: Mystic Seaport GardensNumber of volunteers who weed, plant, water and care for the Muse-

um’s gardens:18. Number of garden volunteers active for more than

10 years:2. On average, the number of plants grown from seed in the

Museum’s greenhouse per year:17,280. Number of lawns and

open spaces to mow and string trim in square feet:70,072.

The amount of string used for one year of string trimming, in

feet:1,175. Number of individual species and varieties grown in

the Museum greenhouse: 270. Number of years the Mystic Seaport

plant sale has been operating: 20. Total number of gardens at Mystic

Seaport: 9. Number of 19th-century re-created historic gardens: 2.

Number of window boxes, barrels and other planters and containers on

the Museum grounds: 36. Number of hours it takes to plant annu-

als each spring throughout the Museum grounds: 112. Number of

trees to prune and rake up after: 120. Number of square feet in

the greenhouse: 1,800. Number of square feet on the Mystic

Seaport green: 56,628.

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Got A Green thuMb – or wiSh you did?

don’t MiSS theSe dAteS:

Spring garden SerieS with Kara LaLLyFeb. 26, March 26 and April 23

MyStic Seaport greenhouSe pLant SaLe May 13 and 14 (come early!)

MyStic Seaport garden dayS June 19 and 20

www.mysticseaport.org

february-aprilBlacksmithing. call 860.572.5322 — classes to be created by request.

february 12 Maritime surprises

february 13, 14, 18-21 liberty days (February school Vacation Program)

february 18 adventure series

february 21 Meet John adams

february 24 Maritime author series

february 26spring Garden series

february 27 Behind the canvas

february 27dinner at the Buckinghams’: open hearth cooking class

february 27introduction to half-Model construction

february 28"skills of the sea" activity center moves to stillman Building

march 1ship to shore school overnight program

march 2-31 Museum Purchase award collection, Maritime Gallery

march 6 Maritime Matinees

march 6-27 Music of the sea

march 12 Maritime surprises

march 13 Maritime Matinees

march 18 adventure series

march 19 anchor watch

april 17-18 easy introductory celestial navigation

april 17-may 1 stitch in time: sew a 19th-century doll dress

april 23 spring Garden series

april 24 Private Patron Preview (Modern Marine Masters )

april 25 - June 12 Modern Marine Masters exhibition, Maritime Gallery

april 28 Maritime author series

april 29 Visit a ct Boatbuilder and sailmaker

may 8 “tugs!” exhibit opens, schaefer Gallery

may 8 Bus trip to essex, Ma

may 14-16 Marine weather, level ii

may 15 a celebration of the sea theater performance

may 15 Brilliant one-day sail for adults

may 15 Behind the canvas

may 16 Brilliant one-day sail for adults

may 22 Member reception for “tugs!” exhibit opening

may 22-23 Brilliant two-day sail for adults

may 22-23 tug Blast: exhibit Kick-off weekend

may 28-29 Brilliant two-day sail for adults

may 29-31 lobster days

may 30-31 Brilliant two-day sail for adults

march 20 rowing hall of Fame induction

march 20 Maritime Matinees

march 21 rowing history Forum

march 24 Maritime author series

march 26 spring Garden series

march 27 Maritime Matinees

march 27 dinner at the Buckinghams’: open hearth cooking class

march 27 Behind the canvas

march 27 Varnishing class

march 27-28 celestial navigation: 19th-century Methods

march 30-31 overnight Bus trip to Maine Boatbuilders

april 9 Maritime surprises

april 10 Behind the canvas

april 10spring community sailing starts

april 10-11 educator’s weekend

april 10 & 24, and may 8 introduction to coastal navigation

april 13-14 Pirate days

april 15 adventure series

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Liberty DaysFebruary School Vacation Program

Feb. 13 & 14 and Feb. 18-21

Kids, come spend a day (or two!) at Mystic

Seaport for February vacation fun! Free for

Museum members and with paid admis-

sion. Children five and under are always

free at Mystic Seaport.

Why do we call our February vacation pro-

gram Liberty Days? Well, everyone needs

a vacation, even sailors of long ago. When

a ship arrived in port, the captain would

allow the sailors to take turns having ”lib-

erty” ashore. Come discover what a sailor

would bring in his sea chest for a long voy-

age, make a sailor’s craft and explore the

interesting world of sailors’ superstitions

and tattoos. Great fun for kids of all ages.

all day: Make a craft in the Children’s Museum

10:30 Zoo in the Sky, a Planetarium program for all ages, particularly five and under. Free!

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hands-on story time in the Children’s Museum

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Make a paper dory in the Voyages exhibit

1 p.m. - 12 p.m. explore a sailor’s sea chest in the cabin of a real ship (Packard building)

national Rowing Foundation Hall of Fame induction CeremonySaturday, March 20, 7 p.m.

The National Rowing Hall of Fame is

pleased to invite Mystic Seaport mem-

bers to attend the National Rowing Foun-

dation Dinner and Hall of Fame Induc-

tion Ceremony. Special recognition will

be given to inductee Anita DeFrantz, an

Olympic bronze medalist and a current

member of the International Olympic

Committee (IOC). To see the complete list

of 18 distinguished honorees, go to www.

mysticseaport.org/rowinghallfame.

Individual tickets are $100 and table

sponsorships are $1,000 (10 seats per

table). With your ticket you will meet the

hall of fame inductees, and enjoy a three-

course dinner and four complimentary

bottles of wine per table of 10. To make

your reservations, contact Hart or Gillian

Perry at the National Rowing Foundation

by calling 860.535.0634 or send an email

to natrowing@comcast.net.

Rowing History ForumSunday, March 21, 9:30 a.m.

Mystic Seaport, Friends of Rowing Histo-

ry and the National Rowing Foundation

present the 5th Rowing History Forum

focusing on the history of competitive

rowing. Presentations by rowing histo-

rians Thomas Weil, Christopher Dodd

(UK), Bill Miller and special guest speaker

Olympic rower Kent Mitchell, will high-

light the program. Afterward, enjoy a so-

cial hour and visit to the Mystic Seaport

exhibition space dedicated to the Na-

tional Rowing Hall of Fame and Rowing

History. For details and to register go to

www.rowinghistory.net.

Rowing weekend at Mystic SeaportSaturday-Sunday, MarCH 20-21

Perfect for families! Come and celebrate Presidents’ Day with lively guest performer George

Baker as he portrays John Adams, the second president of the United States and the father of

American Independence. This energetic program appeals to all ages — no dry history les-

son here! Laugh and learn as this historical figure, dressed in period clothing of 1797-1801,

presents his views of our young nation, its history and period family life in an inspiring and

humorous speech. Ask the questions you never dared ask in history class and enjoy two

patriotic songs, including a moving sing-along.

Members: $6 adult or child. Non-members: $8 adult or child.

Register online or call 860.572.5322.

Mystic seaport welcoMes

President JohnAdams Sunday, Feb. 21 GreenManVille CHurCH, 2-3 P.M.

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MARCH 6The Marine Photography of Benjamin Mendlowitz

Benjamin Mendlow-

itz has traveled the

globe for more than 25 years to pho-

tograph wooden boats. He is well-

known throughout the boating world

for his contributions to nautical pub-

lications and for his award-winning

annual Calendar of Wooden Boats.

Seven books of his photography have

been published to date.

The focus of Benjamin’s work is to

capture the beauty, romance and

fine craftsmanship of a classic wood-

en boat. His photography is dedicat-

ed to the continued preservation of

these craft. A question-and-answer

discussion session follows his visual

presentation.

MARCH 13American Fisheries

Local filmmaker Bailey Pryor and

producer Stephen Jones explore one

of the greatest sea stories of all time in

his film American Fisheries, the dra-

matic tale of the North Atlantic cod

fishery. Today the fishery is in ruins,

and fishing regulations are a quag-

mire of red tape while small-time fishermen are living on the edge

of poverty.

Drawing on the sometimes contradictory perspectives of fisher-

men, ecologists and fisheries managers, this stirring film reveals

an epic story that stretches from the age of sail to today. After the

film, Bailey and a team of fishing experts discuss the embattled

fishing industry, one of the most significant environmental disas-

ters in history. The film was chosen for the Boston International

Film Festival in 2008.

MARCH 20Braving the northwest Passage

In November 2009, filmmaker Sprague

Theobald and his crew pulled up to a

dock in Seattle, turned off the engines,

and announced their official return

from the five-month Arctic expedition.

They had successfully navigated the

Northwest Passage and captured over

250 hours of HD video footage and au-

dio diaries for a new documentary film,

Braving the Northwest Passage, due out

in 2010.

Sprague will share stories from this in-

credible journey and a unique sneak

preview of footage taken above and be-

low the Arctic waterline.

MARCH 27Maine Built Boats

Gary Jobson is a world-class sailor, ESPN

television commentator and author based

in Annapolis, MD. He has won champion-

ships in one-design classes, the America’s

Cup in 1977, the infamous Fastnet Race and

many of the world’s ocean races. He has led

ambitious expeditions to the Arctic, Ant-

arctica and Cape Horn and sailed on every

continent.

Hear Gary’s comments about his new

film, Maine Built Boats, and why he’s ex-

cited about doing a documentary on Maine’s boatbuilding industry.

”There is a high level of talent there, and Maine boats stack up against

any in the world,” says Gary. Jane Wellehan, president of Maine Built

Boats, and other boatbuilders from Maine will join Gary for a post-

program discussion.

Members: $35/series, $10/programnon-members:$40/series. $12/programregister online or call 860.572.5322.

MaritiMe MatineesSaturdayS: MarCH 6, 13, 20 and 27 MyStiC art CineMa, Olde MiStiCk VillaGe 1-3:30 P.M.

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JACk COggiNS, ASMA, “AlASkAN SAlMON fiShErS” Oil 22" x 25"

viCTOr MAyS, f.E. ASMA, “blOCk iSlANd bOAT bEAChiNg“ 19Th CENTury WATErCOlOr 12" x 20"

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aPril 25 - June 12 | PriVate PatrOn PreView COCktail Party, aPril 24

This annual exhibition showcases the timeless beauty of ships and the sea. On view

are works that inspire the artist’s spirit, including classic racing yachts, elegant mod-

ern vessels, everyday working boats and the men who make their living from the sea,

along with scenes of busy harbors and serene beaches. www.mysticseaport.org/gallery. Call 860.572.5388 for more information.

MuSeuM PuRCHASe AWARd ColleCTion MarCH 2-31, MaritiMe Gallery

Each year at the Maritime Gallery’s Annual International Exhibition, a member of the Museum’s curatorial staff

chooses a work to purchase for the Museum’s permanent collection. Come see these exquisite maritime selec-

tions chosen from 1983 through 2009, on exhibition in the Maritime Gallery.

31ST AnnuAl ModeRn MARine MASTeRS exHiBiTion And SAle

pirate DaystueSday and wedneSday, April 13 And 14 • 10 A.m.- 4 p.m.

Ahoy, matey! Join us for a family fun time during

April school vacation week. Save your energy for

the pirate treasure hunt — fun for the whole fam-

ily. A special Planetarium program teaches how pi-

rates navigated the high seas, and you make your

own special Pirate Days souvenir.

Members: $7 per person or $25 per familynon-members: $10 per person or $30 per family (plus Museum admission).

Reservations strongly recommended.

Children of all ages welcome with an adult.

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Celebrate the arrival of spring with this original musical theater

production. The exuberant performance tells the story of the

life and work of whalers and their families in the mid-19th century.

The songs, singing games, ballads, chanteys, dances and stories

describe the fitting out of a sailor‘s trunk, a farewell to family and

friends, shipboard work and entertainment, a whale hunt, a storm

at sea, the homeward voyage and a celebration of the seamen’s safe

return. The program is appropriate for adults and children ages six

and up and includes many opportunities for audience participation.

The Director of Revels Rep. will highlight how the production ties

into Mystic Seaport's current restoraton of the Charles W. Morgan.

Members: $18 per adult; $10 per youth (ages 6-18)non-members: $20 per adult; $12 per youth (ages 6-18)buy tickets online or call 860.572.5322.

NEW! a celebration of the sea

Pirate Treasure Hunt 10 a.M.- 4 P.M.Follow the pirate’s treasure map for

clues to discover secret hiding places

where your seafaring skills will be the

key to finding the final treasure chest.

Pirate Souvenir Craft Shop 10 a.M.- 4 P.M.Baubles, bells and sailorman tales —

come create your very own unique

pirate souvenir and pirate story. For

children ages 4-10.

High Seas Planetarium Show 11 a.M., 3 P.M. and 3:30 P.M. Learn how pirates of old navigated

the high seas at our special Pirate

Days planetarium show.

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NEW! oVeRnigHT BuS TRiP To MAine BoATBuildeRSTuesday and Wednesday, March 30-31boat lovers who long to get inside shipyards and see how sail-and motorboats are built, this trip is for you. Journey to Maine, where the boatbuilding heritage spans four cen-turies. On this two-day trip we visit four production facili-ties spanning old and new, small and large. planned with cooperation and assistance from Maine built boats, inc., in portland, Maine.

BAy oF MAine BoATS, KenneBunKPoRTlearn how Mike Severance developed a 14-foot rowboat into a beautiful pulling boat now found from florida to Nova Scotia.

SABRe yACHTS, RAyMondroger hewson started Sabre in 1970 to build the finest possible 28-foot sailing yacht using production-line meth-ods and fiberglass technology. The boat was an immediate success, and many models followed.

lyMAn-MoRSe BoATBuilding, THoMASTonfor more than a century, graceful Alden Malabar schoo-ners and sturdy friendship sloops slid down the ways in Thomaston. in the late 1970s, the boatbuilding company expanded its focus to produce exceptional custom sailing yachts and custom motor yachts.

RoCKPoRT MARine, RoCKPoRTSince 1962 this family busi-ness has focused exclusively on wooden boats and mostly on yachts. Many boats, includ-ing our own brilliant, have been restored at this famous yard, which is now finishing a major project on the yacht bolero.

The trip includes lunch, dinner and lodging in portland on the first day, and breakfast, lunch and dinner on the second day. We depart from Mystic Seaport at 7:30 a.m. and return around 9 p.m. the following day. deadline for sign-up is March 1.

Members: $350 per person, double occupancy

non-members: $400 per person, double occupancy

Single supplement: $75. Register online or call 860.572.5322.

Educator's WeekendaPril 10-11 Pencil us in! A spring weekend at Mystic Seaport always gets an “A,”

not to mention a couple of pluses. Educators Weekend gives you a

special opportunity to explore our educational programs, finding the

connections that link our classroom with yours. Admission is free

for school staff and their families (up to four people). For details, call

860.572.5322 or visit www.mysticseaport.org.

Tug BlasT!May 22-23We’re kicking off the open-

ing of our new tugboat

exhibit with a ton of tug

activities. This weekend

celebration will include:

radio-control tug demon-

strations, behind-the-scenes

tours, visiting tugs along

the waterfront, line-throw-

ing competitions, movies,

crafts and a cocktail recep-

tion with McAllister tug-

boat Captain Pat Kinnier

from the Port of New York.

Something for everyone,

from toddlers to tug vets.

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BuS TRiP To eSSex, MASSACHuSeTTSSaturday, May 8

7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Who was the l. A. dunton's first captain? Where was she framed up? how was she launched? Travel with us to the Essex, Massachusetts his-torical Society and Shipbuilding Museum to learn about the birthplace of our own gloucester fish-ing vessel, and you’ll be transported to the time and place where Essex shipbuilders constructed not only the dunton, but more wooden schooners than any other town in the world. for more de-tailed information about the day’s program and activities, go online to www.mysticseaport.org.

lunch is on the waterfront at periwinkles (www.periwinklesrestaurant.com). indicate your lun-cheon choice: haddock, steak tips, chicken or fried clams. Then relax on a private 1 1/2-hour

river-narrated cruise on the sheltered, mean-dering waters of the Essex river with unspoiled natural beauty, scenic salt marshes, abundant wildlife, engaging history and shoreline estates. Traveling from Cape Cod, rhode island or south-eastern MA? Call about an en-route intercept spot to join the trip.

Members: $90

non-members: $100

Register online or call 860.572.5322.

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NEW! ViSiT A ConneCTiCuT BoATBuildeR And SAilMAKeRSaturday, April 29

Meet at derecktor’s yard in bridgeport and tour the new 281' super yacht, Cakewalk—the largest yacht built in the u.S. since the 1930s. The sheer amount of space is unparal-leled and opens a world of possibilities for extraordinary design and craftsmanship. The yacht is due to be launched in June; you can see her up close in the final stages of produc-tion. visit www.derecktor.com for photos. lunch is at knapp’s landing in Stratford. (lunch is not included in the program cost.) A menu and driv-ing directions will be sent with confirmation of your reservation. After lunch, we visit North Sails to tour the world leader in sailmaking. North Sails develops more cruising and racing sails than any other sailmaker in the world, from beetle Cats to the America’s Cup yachts.

Members: $25

non-members: $30

Register online or call 860.572.5322.

SAil THe gReeK iSleSoctober 6-14

This October sail the deep blue waters and visit golden beaches of the greek isles with Mystic Seaport. We start ashore in Athens, spending two days exploring the ancient city. Then we spend five nights aboard the Star Clipper. Cruise the greek isles, stopping at Mykonos, Santorini and hydra, and the seaside resort town of kusadasi, Turkey.

prices start at $3,699/person (double occupancy) and include round-trip airfare from New york; transfers; two nights in Athens at a five-star hotel; two half-day tours in Athens, including the Nau-tical Museum of greece; five nights aboard the Star Clipper, including breakfast, lunch and dinner; all port charges, hotel taxes, air taxes and fuel surcharges. Other terms and conditions apply. Call 860.572.5339 for details.

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RACing ARound THe WoRld, nonSToP & Alonethursday, april 15Rich Wilson from Marblehead, Massachusetts, was the only U.S. entry in the 2008 vendee Globe. The race departs every four years and covers 28,000 miles around the world. Nineteen of the 30 racers dropped out along the way, but Rich finished the grueling race in ninth place after four months at sea. His finish is a testament to his excellent seaman-ship skills, determination, careful planning and prudent execution.

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thursday, March 18Local blue-water sailors Bob and Ami Green returned to sea in 2005 af-ter a three-year hiatus caused by the loss of their yacht, Scallywag. The Greens left Rhode Island on Scallywag II and traveled to Cape verde, Senegal and the sensual land of Brazil. They ended their voyage with a thousand-mile cruise in the coffee-colored waters of the Amazon River — a glorious cacophony of sights, music, sounds and stories.

adVenture SerieS SinGle tiCket PriCinGaFternOOn PrOGraMS at 1:30 p.m. $12 (members) / $14 • $5 students eVeninG PrOGraMS at 7:30 p.m. $13 (members) / $15 • $5 students

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Adventure SerieSThe Mystic Art Cinema. OldeMistick Village

our exciting series concludes in march and april with two vastly different sailing adventures. Learn about these firsthand experiences at the afternoon program beginning at 1:30 p.m. or the evening program beginning at 7:30 p.m.

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MAritiMe SURPRISES

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MuSeuM’S COLLeCtiOnsCOlleCTiOns ReseARCh CenTeR

Friday, MarCH 12 and Friday, aPril 9 5:30-7 P.M.

Enjoy a close-up look at intriguing artifacts

in the collections of Mystic Seaport, chosen

by the Museum's collections staff. This is

an insider opportunity for you to view and

learn why they are in our collection, and

understand their importance to maritime

history. The evening presentation includes

a cash bar and light snacks. Come relax and

be prepared for a surprise.

MARiTiMe SuRPRiSeSMembers: $10/program, non-members: $12/program

2 0 1 0MARITIME AUTHOR SERIES

G.W. BlunT WhiTe BuildinG

wedneSday eVeninGS 5:30 - 7:30 P.M.

Meet the authors firsthand, hear the inside story of how each book came to be written, and enjoy a wine and cheese reception. The lucky raffle winner takes home a free copy of the author’s book.

MARCH 24 | Stephan J. W. Platzer has been sailing since childhood, and in 1982 he served as radio op-erator on the transat-lantic voyage bringing a Gloucester fishing vessel from Cape verde

to America. Bringing E Home is the story of the 3,400-mile trip, entirely under sail, steering by the stars. The journey included weeks of becalmed seas, unexpected squalls and close encounters with freighters as the 14 sailors learned to survive and thrive on the 105-ft.vessel.

APRil 28 | Noted maritime author William H. White brings to life the engrossing story of H.M.S. Pan-dora, her skipper and crew, and their charge from the British Ad-

miralty to find the Bounty mutineers and bring them to justice in England. When Fortune Frowns is the story of this 1790 voyage, the capture of some of the mutineers, and the perilous and disastrous return trip. Storms, tropi-cal islands and shipboard life under a tyrannical commander and shipwreck all figure into this epic tale carefully researched from original documents.

MARiTiMe AuTHoR SeRieS Members: $15/programnon-members: $20/program This program is co-sponsored by the

Library Fellows of the G.W. Blunt White

Library at Mystic Seaport.

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FeBRuARy 27 SAiling THe WoRld WiTH HoWARd PARKSharing his visual journal of watercolors and photographs, and the fascinating sto-ries behind them, artist Howard Park re-veals the beauty of distant ports and the adventures of life aboard his sailboat cir-cumnavigating the globe with paintbrush

and camera.

MARCH 27THe MoMenT oF inSPiRATion WiTH RoBeRT noReiKAWatch as artist Robert Noreika demon-strates his fresh and vibrant painting tech-nique. Learn how he creates works of art in the studio and on location. A unique op-portunity to see how a painting is created by a master.

APRil 10A TRiP BACK in TiMe WiTH RuSS KRAMeRRenowned for his ability to capture the au-thentic people, places and vessels of Amer-ica’s yachting days gone by, award-winning artist Russ Kramer will take you on an un-forgettable visual journey showing how he creates his historic maritime paintings.

hOWArd pArk, "COMET, lEAviNg ST. JOhNS, uSvi" WATErCOlOr 9" x 13"

rObErT NOrEikA, "lOW TidE, MAiNE" ACryliC 16'' x 20''

ruSS krAMEr, f. ASMA. "ThE WizArd ANd ThE QuEEN" Oil 26'' x 44''

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MAy 15 An ARTiST‘S WAlK THRougH THe ModeRn MARine MASTeRS exHiBiTion Join today’s leading marine artists on a personal tour and talk as they reveal how they create tranquil seascapes, historic naval scenes, racing yachts under sail or working boats and their fishermen. Come meet these maritime masters and enjoy their behind-the-canvas stories.

SaturdayS: Feb. 27, MarCH 27, aPril 10, May 15

MaritiMe art Gallery, 4 - 5:30 P.M.

this series is free for 2010 Maritime art Gallery PatronsMembers: $80/series or $25/programnon-members: $100/series or $30/programregister online or call 860.572.5322.

Friday mornings in the GreenhouseFebruary 26, March 26 and april 2310 a.m. -12 noonUnder the guidance of Kara Lally, horticultural-ist and the Museum’s supervisor of grounds, join the Spring Garden Series for a hands-on green-thumb experience. Inside the balmy Mystic Sea-port greenhouse you’ll plant heirloom seeds in February, transplant your seedlings in March and prepare for planting in your own garden in April.

Kara provides the heirloom seeds, instruction, growing medium, space in the Greenhouse and watering for your 12 tender seedlings as part of this great new spring series. Come learn from Kara’s expertise and spend time chatting over cof-fee, morning sweets (and potting soil!) with like-minded gardening friends. All three dates are en-couraged. Space is limited to 10 participants.

Members: $50/series, $20/program non-members: $60/series, $25/program

2010 Spring Garden Series

buy tickets online! to purchase, go to www.mysticseaport.org/tickets or call 860.572.5322.

Enjoy a four-program series with award-winning artists at the Maritime Art Gallery.

Hear their personal stories through lectures, slide presentations and live demonstrations.

Learn what inspires their creativity and discover what art collectors today look for in a

painting, whether for personal enjoyment or investment. Light refreshments included.

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BlACKSMiTHingWant to try your hand at the forge this spring and create your own hooks, tools and decorative ob-jects? We're taking names to organize classes on your schedule. Call Central reservations at 860.572.5322 with your name and phone number. you will be called with information about classes built based on individual and group needs.

inTRoduCTion To HAlF-Model ConSTRuCTionSaturday, February 27, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

learn the basics of half-hull construction by carv-ing your own model of a classic sailboat. follow-ing a demonstration of the basic techniques used to build a waterline-lift model, you'll begin work-ing on your own model. discussions of techniques, materials, tools and finishes continue throughout the day as you work to complete your project. This class will teach you the foundations of a new hobby. At the end of the day, you'll go home with a new family heirloom! (m)$250/$300

dinneR AT THe BuCKingHAMS’: oPen HeARTH CooKing ClASSSaturday, February 27, 4-7 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

knowledgeable interpreters will guide you as you roast, bake, stir and sizzle your way through the preparation of a traditional 19th-century meal. En-joy the warmth of the 1876 hearth as you enjoy the fruits of your labor. All materials are provided — you bring your curiosity and appetite! Class regis-tration includes a delicious hearth-cooked supper, plus a copy of The American frugal housewife by lydia Child. (m)$80/$85

MuSiC oF THe SeA: CHAnTeyS, BAllAdS And Fo’C’Sle SongSSaturdays, March 6-27, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Final performance Saturday, March 27

learn about the history of music and the sea while practicing your musical skills. led by the Mu-seum’s experienced chanteymen, the class will include the chance to pump the windlass, heave on the capstan and learn the function of sea chan-teys in the work of 19th-century sailors. The class will culminate in a performance at the Museum's greenmanville Church. Class registration includes a set of “bones” and a “Songs of the Sailor” booklet and Cd. for all skill levels. (m)$80/$85

VARniSHing TeCHniqueS FoR TRAdiTionAl BoATSSaturday, March 27, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

So, now that you have your new or restored tradi-tional boat, how do you protect it and keep it beau-tiful for years to come? Our full-day finishing class begins with discussions of appropriate materials, tools and surface preparation. Then, you'll begin hands-on practice on sample boards in various stages of completion. This varnishing class focuses on techniques for bleaching, staining and varnish-ing. All materials and your own badger-hair brush are included. (m)$220/$170

STiTCH in TiMe: SeW A 19TH-CenTuRy doll dReSSSaturdays, April 17-May 1, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Cut, sew and trim a period dress for your 18-inch doll while learning about fashions of the 1870s. Classes are held in the Museum’s costume shop, which produces all the costumes for the historic roleplaying program and lantern light Tours. We provide all materials and patterns; you bring your 18-inch doll and a friend or family member. Open to individuals or pairs. prices are per dress, not per person. up to two participants per dress. (m)$75/$80

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PlANetARIuMAll classes are held in the Susan peterson howell Memorial Classroom of the Treworgy planetari-um, unless otherwise noted. for complete class descriptions, including detailed schedules, go to www.mysticseaport.org/planetarium.

CeleSTiAl nAVigATion: 19TH-CenTuRy MeTHodSSaturday-Sunday, March 27-28, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

This two-day weekend class is devoted to the his-tory and practice of celestial navigation as it was done aboard the whaling vessel Charles W. Mor-gan. Students will learn details of the practical techniques, both the sight-taking methods and the mathematics of navigation using the sun and stars aboard 19th-century sailing vessels. This class is for adults as well as younger students with good basic math skills. if you can add and subtract, you can do celestial navigation. (m)$72/$80

inTRoduCTion To CoASTAl nAVigATionSaturdays, April 10 and 24, and May 8, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

This three-day workshop will provide an intro-duction to latitude and longitude, nautical chart symbols, hands-on plotting, the magnetic com-pass, magnetic and true directions, determin-ing the state of the tide and tidal current, sail-ing with tidal currents and some basics of electronic navigation. Charts will be provided. Navigation instruments will be available for use during the class, and charts will be provided. if you have your own instruments, by all means bring them. if you do not have any, do not purchase any until after the first class. (m)$108/$120

eASy inTRoduCToRy CeleSTiAl nAVigATion By THe noon SunSaturday-Sunday, April 17-18, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

A two-day weekend class (second day optional) on using a sextant and how to find latitude and longitude using simple observations. This is a modern technique based on classical celestial navigation. it’s ideal as a gpS backup. it is also fashioned for the sextant enthusiast interested in using the instrument to get a real position fix with-out the time and expense of a ten-week course. Students will learn how to use and adjust a sextant, and they will receive advice on buy-ing sextants through online auctions and else-where and how to avoid counterfeit sextants. Students will learn how to get latitude and lon-gitude using sights at, and around, local noon. you will also learn how to correct for vessel mo-tion, a critical detail frequently omitted. Students will take away the knowledge and the skills to navi-gate using sextant observations of the sun at noon almost anywhere on Earth. (m) $72/$80

MARine WeATHeR, leVel iiFriday, May 14, 6-9 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, May 15-16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

lee Chesneau, instructor. founder of lee Chesneau's Marine Weather, www.marineweatherbylee.com

Marine Weather, level ii is a two-plus-day program with an introduction and weather chart review exercise on friday evening. Saturday morning will be a review of the pre-requisite program, Marine Weather, level i: the atmosphere; global pressure and wind; forecast charts; wave formation, propagation, and decay; and Tropical Cyclone basics for hurricane avoidance. Other qualifying pre-requisites include weather classes from the u.S. Coast guard Auxiliary, or u.S. power Squadron. instruction, review questions and exercises occupy the Saturday afternoon and Sunday sessions. for complete class description, go online to www.mysticseaport.org/planetarium. (m)$315/$350

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AdVAnCed ToPiCS in TRAdiTionAl nAVigATionFriday-Sunday, June 4-6, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The weekend gathering of navigators and naviga-tion enthusiasts, Navigation Weekend is devoted to the practice, history and future of traditional navi-gation methods, focusing on advanced and unusual techniques in celestial navigation. Events will in-clude multimedia presentations and lectures as well as practical sight-taking. in addition, the weekend will include some social events, including a Sat-urday dinner in Mystic with a special presentation (food and beverage is at the participant's expense). This will be our third gathering at Mystic Seaport. This program is sponsored by the Navlist online community, as well as the Treworgy planetarium at Mystic Seaport. Additional support is provided by frank reed, founder of the frank reed School of Navigation. (m)$10 or with paid admission/$35 with-out paid admission

AnCHoR WATCH: An oVeRnigHT PRogRAM FoR youTH gRouPSConnect your youth group to the traditions of America and the sea during a fun-filled overnight adventure at Mystic Seaport. you’ll sleep aboard the 1882 square-rigged training ship Joseph Conrad after an eve-ning of maritime activities. rise and shine the next morning for a hearty breakfast, then join in a group activity led by Museum staff. Afterward, you’re free to spend the day exploring Mystic Seaport on your own. The program runs fridays and Saturdays from mid-March through mid-May, and mid-September through mid-November. Call for available dates. Cost: $75 per person includes overnight accom-modations aboard the training vessel Joseph Con-rad, pizza snack, evening activities, craft materials, breakfast, a Mystic Seaport patch and two days of admission (the day of arrival and the following day). group Size:The group size is a minimum of 20 par-ticipants, maximum of 45. One supervising adult is required for every 10 children. you may com-bine small groups from your area. groups with fewer than 20 participants will be charged $1,500. Eligibility: Open to all youth groups, ages 6 –14. Call Central reservations at 860.572.5322 to register. dates available on a first-come, first, served basis.

SPRING CoMMuNIty SAIlING

Homeschool Beginner sailing

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FridAy, April 16 – FridAy, MAy 21 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $130 (m)

Adult Beginner sailing

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SuNdAy, April 11 – SuNdAy, MAy 16 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

Adult intermediate sailing

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SuNdAy, April 11 – SuNdAy, MAy 16 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

Adult Advanced sailing

dates times cost

SATurdAy, April 10 – SATurdAy, MAy 15 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

$220 (m) / $250

Racing series

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SATurdAy, April 10 – SATurdAy, MAy 15 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. $150 (m)

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Adult (Ages 15 and up) Beginnerin this two-day class, you’ll be introduced to the the-ory of sailing (why and how a boat sails), basic sailing and gear terminology, rigging and unrigging a dyer dhow, equipment stowage and care, personal safety, knots, safety on the dock and on the water, points of sail, small-boat handling, right-of-way rules, and capsize and running aground procedures.

Adult Beginner weekend classes

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SAT ANd SuN July 10-11

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

SAT ANd SuN July 24-25

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

SAT ANd SuN Aug 7-8

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

Adult intermediate weekend class

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SAT ANd SuN July 17- 18

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

SAT ANd SuN July 31- Aug 1

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

SAT ANd SuN Aug 14-15

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $220 (m) / $250

intermediateif you are comfortable sailing a small boat alone and have mastered beginner skills, this two-day course is for you. you’ll begin with a review of terminology and points of sail, then move to learn-ing about safety, sail trim and advanced terminol-ogy. Class includes practice leaving and landing at docks, picking up moorings, man overboard, inland rules of the road, gear failure, wind and current, headers and lifters.

Junior SailingOur junior programs are for beginner and interme-diate sailors. Classes use dyer dhows or Jy15s. All equipment, except foul-weather gear, is provided. if you have a pfd, please bring your own. Competent swimmers ages 15 and older may enroll in adult classes.

Junior Beginner (Ages 8 -11)

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MON. - Fri. July 5 -9

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. July 19-23

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. July 26-30

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

Junior Sailing (Ages 12-14) dates times cost

MON. - Fri. JuNe 28 - July 2

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. Aug 9-13

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

Junior intermediate (Ages 11-14)

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MON. - Fri. July 5 -9

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. July 12-16

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. July 26-30

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. Aug 2-6

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

MON. - Fri. Aug 9-13

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $140 (m) / $160

Junior Racing

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MON. - Fri. Aug 16-20

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $140 (m) / $160

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FAMIly CoMMuNIty SAIlINGlearn to sail as a family! Master water safety, boat controls and basic sailing maneuvers through shore and on-the-water activities. pick from two classes, one class for beginner parents or an inter-mediate class where the parents feel comfortable in a boat.

Family sailing (Beginner)

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MON. - Fri. JuNe 28 - July 2

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $250 (m) / $290

MON. - Fri. July 12-16

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $250 (m) / $290

MON. - Fri. Aug 2 -6

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $250 (m) / $290

Family sailing (intermediate)

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MON. - Fri. July 19-23

12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. $250 (m) / $290

MON. - Fri. Aug 16-20

12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. $250 (m) / $290

Above pricing includes one adult and one youth.

$25 for each additional child (up to two more).

Each five-day session meets Monday through friday.

SuMMeR dAy CAMP 2010Mystic Seaport offers a number of summer day camp programs for boys and girls ages 4-14. Sum-mer day camp at Mystic Seaport is a wonderful and unique learning adventure. There is a program for every age and interest!

Summer day camp programs meet Monday through friday. Each day, we explore a topic based on the subject of the camp week. Campers bring their own lunch and picnic together each day. lim-ited enrollment means your child gets individual attention. Our programs are licensed by the state of Connecticut and are staffed by experienced Mu-seum educators.

neW FoR 2010!Extended care is available from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - friday. Extended care is $75/week. Also, sibling discounts of 5% will be applied to any other summer day camp registered for in the same year.

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2010 CAMP dATeS & PRiCeS

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JuNiOr explOrerS 9 a.m.-12 p.m. JuNe 21-25 4 & 5 $150 (M) / $175

JuNiOr explOrerS 1 p.m.-4 p.m. JuNe 21-25 4 & 5 $150 (M) / $175

JuNiOr explOrerS 9 a.m.-12 p.m. JuNe 28-July 2 4 & 5 $150 (M) / $175

JuNiOr explOrerS 1 p.m.-4 p.m. JuNe 28-July 2 4 & 5 $150 (M) / $175

SecreTS, SerpeNTS & SuperSTiTiONS

9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5-9 8 -10 $275 (M) / $310

ThrOugh The leNS: phOTOgrAphiNg MySTic SeApOrT

9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5-9 11-14 $300 (M) / $340

girlS OF lONg AgO 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 12-16 8-10 $275 (M) / $310

grOwiNg up iN greeNMANville 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 19-23 11-14 $300 (M) / $340

SeApOrT SAMpler 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 26-30 6-7 $275 (M) / $310

SeApOrT SAMpler 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 2-6 6-7 $275 (M) / $310

A SAilOr’S liFe 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 9-13 8-10 $275 (M) / $310

ArT ArOuNd The wOrld 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Aug. 16-20 5-7 $275 (M) / $310

JunioR exPloReRSAges 4 & 5

Camp meets Monday through friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (dropoff starts at 8:30 a.m.)

Camp sessions are also offered in the afternoon 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (dropoff starts at 12:30 p.m.)

This high-energy, fast-paced program features hands-on activities in exhibits and ships, unique games and fantastic craft projects. Travel the uni-verse on Star day, explore the ocean deep and the Mystic river on Sea Critter day, discover the secret lives of sailors aboard ships on Jack Tar day and many more surprises! Extended care is available.

SeCReTS, SeRPenTS & SuPeRSTiTionSAges 8-10

Examine secrets, sea monsters and superstitions of the sea. Explore the facts and fiction of mer-maids, ghosts and shipwrecks, based on survivors’ sightings and scientific research. Make fabulous art projects, have hands-on activities in exhibits and do a bit of investigating as well. Extended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

neW! THRougH THe lenS: PHoTogRAPHing MySTiC SeAPoRTAges 11-14

Capture the beauty of Mystic Seaport in this five-day photography workshop. from tall ships to historic gardens, explore this recreated 19th-century village with your own digital camera. you'll create a unique photo journal to showcase your Mystic Seaport pho-tographs. The workshop will also include a tour of the famed rosenfeld classic photography collection. you bring your own digital camera (no disposables) and we will supply photo paper, book and instruc-tion. location: The Maritime gallery at Mystic Sea-port and on Museum grounds. Extended care pro-vided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

giRlS oF long AgoAges 8-10

discover what kinds of daily life styles and opportu-nities girls in the 1800s had. Step back in time as you try your hand at 19th-century cooking and house-keeping in our exhibits. learn to hand sew! Make old-fashioned accessories for the home and explore the medicinal nature of our gardens. discover real stories of young women who lived aboard sailing ships. Extended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

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neW! gRoWing uP in gReenMAnVille Ages 11-14

if you have always wanted to learn about the past by living it, then this is the camp for you! Campers in this program learn about first-person interpretation, or roleplaying, by adopting the personas of teenag-ers living in Mystic in 1876. it is an exciting year, full of nostalgia for America's colonial past as well as visions of the future. from exploring 19th-century documents in the Museum's collection to donning an outfit in your character's wardrobe, you'll see how much like them you they really were. (go to “Meet the roleplayers” on the Museum's website for a look at the characters who already inhabit 1876.) Extended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

SeAPoRT SAMPleR Ages 6-7

boys and girls get a kids' eye-view of Mystic Seaport while sampling many different hands-on activities in exhibits, games, crafts and music. from riding on the steamboat Sabino, to a private planetarium program to rolling a cask, children absorb maritime history through active learning and summer fun. Extended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

A SAiloR’S liFeAges 8-10

discover the secret lives of sailors as we roleplay dif-ferent types of sailors each day. learn sailor’s crafts and lore, practice simple seamanship skills aboard our docked ships and cruise the Mystic river on the steamboat Sabino. Extended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

neW! ART ARound THe WoRldAges 5-7

A special hands-on program in the arts for children to learn about countries and their culture around the world. discover how to make a Japanese fan, a french landscape, an African mask and more! Ex-tended care provided 3-5 p.m. M-f, $75 per child.

JoSePH ConRAd SuMMeR CAMPAn oVeRnigHT SuMMeR SAiling CAMP for boys and girls ages 10-15

young people have come to Mystic Seaport each sum-mer to sail on the beautiful Mystic river and sleep on a tall ship. learning by doing — in a friendly and supportive atmosphere — is the cornerstone of the Joseph Conrad overnight summer sailing program. built in Copenhagen, denmark, in 1882, the Jo-seph Conrad is a square-rigger once used to train young danish men for the merchant ser-vice. Today, permanently moored on our water-front, she's outfitted with bunks for 50 camp-ers, flush toilets, showers, heat and electricity. during the six-day program, young people ages 10-15 sail our fleet of dyer dhows and learn the skills of the sea. Each day starts early with morning deck chores. After breakfast, campers tackle the wind and current of the Mystic river, then break for lunch before setting off for an ac-tive afternoon with an activity or more sailing. Evenings are filled with activities, as well as plenty of time to spend with new friends, stargaz-ing in our planetarium, climbing the rigging of the Conrad, or enjoying a lively sea music sing-along. Choose the camp that best fits your child's age group. The camps, while age group specific, will fo-cus on the skill level of the individual sailor. Many campers return year after year to perfect skills, re-unite with camp friends and enjoy another summer at Mystic Seaport. program enrollment is limited to 40 for each session, so every camper gets individual attention and feels like part of the crew. Camp ses-sions being Sundays at 4 p.m. and run through fri-days at 1 p.m.

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JuNe 20- 25 BegiNNer (AgeS 10 -12) $635 (m) / $690

JuNe 27- July 2 BegiNNer/iNTerMediATe (AgeS 13-15)

$735 (m) / $790

July 4-9 iNTerMediATe (AgeS 13-14) $635 (M) / $690

July 11-16BegiNNer/iNTerMediATe (AgeS 13-15)

$735 (m) / $790

July 18 -23 iNTerMediATe (AgeS 13-14) $735 (m) / $790

July 25 -30 BegiNNer (AgeS 10-12) $735 (m) / $790

AuguST 1- 6 rAce week ( AgeS 13-15) $735 (m) / $790

AuguST 8-13 iNTerMediATe (AgeS 12-13) $735 (m) / $790

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SCHooneR BRilliAnT AdulT SAilSJoin seven other adults and the professional crew aboard brilliant for a hands-on, full participation sailing experience aboard a classic yacht. learn to sail a 61-foot schooner while cruising local waters and visiting scenic anchorages and towns. partici-pants become part of the crew as they raise the sails, haul on lines, steer, help in the galley and learn traditional seamanship. ports of call may include block island, ri, and Shelter island, Ny. When space and weather per-mit, brilliant will be docked, permitting shore leave for the crew. While brilliant has been updated with modern safety and navigation equipment, her ac-commodations are true to her original construction, providing open sleeping quarters and traditional marine heads. participants must be physically fit and agile as well as competent swimmers to take part in the sailing program. Once you reserve a berth aboard brilliant, you will be sent a health form and a hand-book outlining what to bring, arrival information, as well as many other details. No previous sailing experi-ence is necessary.

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MAy 15 $150

MAy 16 $150

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MAy 22 - MAy 23 $360 (m) / $410

MAy 28 - MAy 29 $360 (m) / $410

MAy 30 - MAy 31 $360 (m) / $410

JuNe 4 - JuNe 5 $360 (m) / $410

JuNe 6 - JuNe 7 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 10 - SepTeMBer 11 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 12 - SepTeMBer 13 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 17 - SepTeMBer 18 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 19 - SepTeMBer 20 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 24 - SepTeMBer 25 $360 (m) / $410

SepTeMBer 26 - SepTeMBer 27 $360 (m) / $410

OcTOBer 2 - OcTOBer 3 $360 (m) / $410

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OcTOBer 9 - OcTOBer 11 $570 (m) / $650

one-day SailsA unique opportunity to get onboard brilliant! Join us from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a sail around fishers island Sound. What better way is there to spend a day on the water?

Two-day SailsExperience an exhilarating day sail to block island, ri, and Shelter island, Ny and then enjoy an evening of shore leave. Each two-day sail begins at 9 a.m., returns at 4 p.m. the following day and includes an overnight aboard.

Three-day SailTake advantage of Columbus day weekend and add a day onto our regular two-day sail!

Chartersinvite your friends and family to join you in the brilliant experience. Charters are available for any of our adult trips. four-day charters may be created by combining adjacent two-day sails. A four-day sail will likely add Newport, ri, to the itinerary. if you charter brilliant, please note that we must have at least six able hands, fit and agile, to run the boat safely. Charters for two-day sails or longer are limited to eight adults.

Charter fee, two-day sail: $2,900 Charter fee, four-day sail: $6,000

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JuNe 14-18 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

JuNe 21-25 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

July 12-16 $920 (m) / $970 portland- portland

AuguST 2-6 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

AuguST 9-13 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

AuguST 16- 20 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

AuguST 23-27 $920 (m) / $970 Mystic - Mystic

Ten-day Sails

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JuNe 28-July 7 $1870 (m) / $1920 Mystic - portland

July 19-July 28 $1870 (m) / $1920 portland - Mystic

participants must be physically fit and agile as well as competent swimmers to take part in the sailing program. Once you reserve a berth aboard brilliant, you will be sent a health form, letter of agreement, a booklet of information outlining what to bring and many other details. No previous sailing experience is necessary. All voyages begin at 9 a.m. and end at 4 p.m.

Need-based financial aid is available.

BRilliAnT FoR TeenSExperience the adventure and challenge of sail-ing while visiting New England harbors and towns aboard schooner brilliant. Nine teenage par-ticipants, on either five- or 10-day voyages, work together under the guidance of the professional crew to safely sail hundreds of miles and learn traditional seamanship skills.

The brilliant program focuses on educating partic-ipants about sail handling and theory, teamwork, being a good shipmate, stewardship, navigation and proper seamanship. All teens are expected to fully participate in all aspects of daily vessel operations from hauling on lines and steering to helping in the galley.

neW! BRilliAnT ReTuRnS To MAine THiS SuMMeR!Experience the beauty of Maine's coastline, har-bors and towns. brilliant's return to Maine for a few weeks this summer will allow returning par-ticipants to visit new ports while making brilliant more accessible to participants from northern New England. Three trips this summer will offer teens the opportunity of sailing in Maine waters.

The two 10-day voyages will be transits between Mystic and portland, Maine. in addition, a five-day voyage will begin and end in portland, Maine. please note that the transits to and from Maine are one-way trips and parents are responsible for their participants' transportation to and from the vessel.

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Nearly all classes, programs and ticketed events have online registration. in addition, registration forms can be found on the web at www.mysticseaport.org/registration and can be faxed, emailed or mailed.

phone 860.572.5322

FAx 860.572.5398

mAil reservations Mystic Seaport p.O. box 6000 75 greenmanville Avenue Mystic, CT 06355

emAil reservations.desk@mysticseaport.org

Courses are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

payment is due in full at the time of registration.

IMPoRtANt INFoRMAtIoNin the event of extreme weather, Mystic Seaport may cancel a class or program. A full refund will be issued only if the participant cannot be rescheduled.

Occasionally, Mystic Seaport photographs or videotapes visitors while on the grounds for use in a variety of publicity and promotional materials and to advance our educational mission. We thank you for your cooperation and support.

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unless otherwise noted, all registrations for classes and programs are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

PlAneTARiuM, CoMMuniTy SAiling, SHoReSide TRAdeS And JoHn gARdneR BoAT SHoP CouRSeS cancellations made up to 30 days prior to the start of a course will receive a refund less an administrative fee of 25% of the course cost. cancellations made 15 to 29 days prior to a class will receive a refund less an administrative fee of 50% of the course cost. no refund will be given if cancelled within 14 days of the course.

SCHooneR BRilliAnT AdulT And Teen SAilS, JoSePH ConRAd PRogRAM And SuMMeR dAy CAMPSCancellations made up to 30 days prior to the start of courses will receive a refund less an admin-istrative fee of 25% of the course cost. The administrative fee will be 50% for brilliant charters. No refund will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of any brilliant or camp courses.

mystic seaport program prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Williams-Mystic, the Maritime Studies Pro-gram of Williams College and Mystic Sea-port, offers undergraduates a hands-on, interdisciplinary semester focused on the world’s oceans.

Classes requiring original research and writing are conducted at Mystic Seaport in maritime history, marine sciences, envi-ronmental policy and literature of the sea. Taking hands-on learning even farther, Williams-Mystic students explore America in a way unlike any other — from a sailing voyage on a tall ship and traveling both the Pacific and gulf coasts on three extended field seminars.

Sophomores, juniors and seniors from any accredited four-year institution may apply for a fall or spring semester. Admission is competitive. Students earn a full semes-ter of credit and transcript from Williams College. need-based financial aid is avail-able. For an application, please visit us at www.williams.edu/williamsmystic or call 860.572.5359, ext. 2.

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FlASHligHTocean blue, aluminum flashlight with member burgee logo features 17 white Led lights, a push- button on/off switch and hand rope. batteries incld.

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BASeBAll CAPCanvas cap with member burgee logo. Leather strap. Mesh lining to promote cooling. breton red, khaki or yellow. Specify color choice.$23 • ITEM CODE #0016

BRilliAnT SPoRT PACKblack microfiber. 15"x12". unique double-draw top/shoulder strap combination. Zippered gusset expands to 5" on the bottom.$15 • ITEM CODE #0023

BuRgeedurable 400-denier nylon. uV inhibitor to reduce fading. Anti-microbial coating to prevent mildew. no-fray bond. two brass grommets.$32 • ITEM CODE #0012 • SMALL 12"X18" $42 • ITEM CODE #0013 • LARGE 16"X24"

TWo-BoTTle CooleR ToTeLightweight yet sturdy, two-bottle cooler tote, per-fect for wine. Comes with a high-quality combina-tion wood-detailed corkscrew/bottle opener. the front pocket and detachable padded bottle divider make this a perfect picnic or boat accessory.$35 • ITEM CODE #0069

CHARleS W. MoRgAn uMBRellAdouble-sided, navy/white 42" auto-open umbrella with white piping and image of Charles W. Morgan. windproof frame folds to 18.5". $18 • ITEM CODE #0011

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Mystic Seaport is a national treasure. For more than 80 years its mission has been to preserve, protect and present a priceless collection of ships, boats, photographs and maritime artifacts.

Your gift to the Annual Fund benefits thousands of visitors each year and enables the Museum to pursue excellence in education, preservation and research.

Please make your gift by April 14 to be credited to the 2009-2010 goal.

Your donation to the Annual Fund is tax-deductible. Leadership gifts of $1,000 or more qualify for membership in the America and the Sea Society.

To make a gift to the Annual Fund please call 860.572.5365, or visit www.mysticseaport.org.

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There’s more Than one kind of kid.

so mysTic seaporT has more Than one kind of camp.

To learn abouT all of our camps, visiT mysTicseaporT.org/summercamps or call 860.572.5322.

Mystic Seaport has more summer camp choices than ever this year. You’ll find camps for every age and interest (even a

new photography workshop!). Extended care is offered for kids six and up Monday through Friday.

Climb aboard for an adventure, either a day camp or a residential camp, like our popular overnight Conrad summer

sailing camp, or our sensational sailing program on the 61-ft schooner Brilliant. Games, crafts, music, art and living

history–it’s all part of Mystic Seaport summer camp fun. So whether your child is ready for the high seas or an avowed

landlubber, there’s a Mystic Seaport summer camp made to order.