Media Contact: Kirsty Gaukel Hudson River Maritime Museum Email: [email protected] Phone: (845) 338-0071 Program Contact: Zachary Martin Director of Education Email: zmartin@hrmm.org KINGSTON, N.Y. (February 4, 2025) -- The Hudson River Maritime Museum is excited to announce the Winter/Spring lineup for its renowned Follow the River Lecture Series. For over a decade, this lecture series has brought together historians, authors, and maritime experts to explore topics ranging from regional and maritime history to ecology and art inspired by the Hudson River. This season's lineup, running from February through April, promises engaging discussions with leading experts. Tickets are $10 ($5 for HRMM Members). Upcoming Lectures: Hudson River Ecology Speaker: Dr. Stuart E.G. Findlay Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Join us for an insightful presentation by Dr. Stuart E.G. Findlay, an aquatic ecologist with over 30 years of experience studying the Hudson River. Dr. Findlay’s research on sensitive wetlands, shoreline restoration, and environmental monitoring is shaping the future of the river’s recovery. In this lecture, he will discuss the effects of climate change and human activity on the river’s ecology and share strategies for protecting and preserving this vital waterway for future generations. Dreams of Freedom Speaker: Marilyn Higgins Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Join author Marilyn Higgins as she delves into her historical fiction novel, Dreams of Freedom. Set just before the Civil War, the novel follows Aileen O’Malley, a young Irish immigrant searching for her lost family along the Erie Canal—a region that played a pivotal role in the Underground Railroad. The novel brings to life the era’s fierce debates over slavery, immigration, and national identity. Higgins will discuss her research, the historical backdrop of her novel, and the real-life struggles that shaped this tumultuous time in American history. Life on the Erie Canal as a Tugboat Cook Speaker: Bettina Mueller Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM In 1976 and 1977, Bettina Mueller embarked on an extraordinary adventure, working as a cook aboard a tugboat traveling from New York Harbor to Buffalo on the Erie Canal. Over three trips, each lasting approximately three weeks, she navigated the challenges of feeding a crew of five while traveling through 57 locks and under 15 lift bridges along the historic canal. In this lecture, Bettina will share stories from her book, Photographique – A Journal, offering a unique glimpse into life aboard a working tugboat, illustrated with stunning photographs from her journey. Japanese Wooden Boatbuilding Speaker: Douglas Brooks Date: Friday, April 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Join master boatbuilder Douglas Brooks as he shares insights from over 25 years of studying traditional Japanese boatbuilding. Having apprenticed with nine boatbuilders across Japan, Brooks has documented and preserved their techniques before they vanish. His latest book, Japanese Wooden Boatbuilding, is the first comprehensive study of the craft. In this lecture, Brooks will explore the crucial role of apprenticeships in sustaining Japanese crafts, the challenges posed by modernization, and his personal experiences learning from masters who often require students to "steal" their knowledge. His talk offers a captivating look into craftsmanship, cultural preservation, and the future of wooden boatbuilding in Japan, accompanied by stunning photographs of traditional Japanese boats. Following the lecture, we are offering a rare opportunity to take a class with Douglas Brooks at the Museum’s Wooden Boat School on April 19 and 20. Under Brooks’ guidance participants will make a wooden plane in the Japanese style, practicing hand tool skills with the chisel and saw. Registration information can be found at www.hrmm.org/adult-classes Poetry of the Hudson Speaker: Paul Kane Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Hudson River has long inspired poets, writers, and storytellers, its beauty woven into myths, legends, and verse. This illustrated talk led by Paul Kane, an esteemed poet, author, and scholar, delves into the poetry of the Hudson, exploring its lyrical essence and enduring presence in the American landscape. From the river’s source in the Adirondacks to its wide embrace of New York Bay, we trace its influence through the works of poets past and present, uncovering the ways in which the Hudson itself feels inherently poetic. Join Us for an Engaging Season of Maritime History and CultureEach lecture will be held in-person in the Wooden Boat School at the Hudson River Maritime Museum, providing an opportunity for attendees to engage with speakers, ask questions, and deepen their understanding of the region's rich history and ongoing ecological challenges. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.hrmm.org/lecture-series or call (845) 338-0071. About the Hudson River Maritime Museum:
About the Follow the River Lecture Series For more than a decade the Hudson River Maritime Museum's "Follow the River Lecture Series" has hosted historians, authors, and maritime experts for engaging illustrated talks on a variety of regional history and maritime subjects. In recent years, many of the lectures have also been recorded and are available on YouTube. For more information about upcoming lectures and to access recordings of past lectures, visit www.hrmm.org/lecture-series. The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit www.hrmm.org for more information.
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January 21, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Media Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager, [email protected] Education: [email protected] Hudson River Maritime Museum Announces Multi-Activity, All-Day Program that Blends Sailing, Boat Building, and Woodworking For Ages 9-17 KINGSTON, N.Y. (January 21, 2025) – Hudson River Maritime Museum invites you to give your kids the experience of a lifetime this summer by signing them up for its new HRMM Voyager Program! Adventure meets learning in this all-day, multi-activity youth program that blends sailing, boat building, woodworking, and hands-on STEAM activities into a unique experience for youths 9 through 17. The Voyager Program will run for six one-week sessions, Mon.-Fri., 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM from July 7 through August 15. Registration is online at www.hrmm.org/youth-programs, and opens on February 1, 2025. Now in its 46th year, the Hudson River Maritime Museum, located on the banks of the Rondout Creek in Kingston, has a long tradition of providing young people a chance to experience the magic and history of the Hudson Valley’s rich maritime traditions through a myriad of on-land and on-water programming. This year, HRMM’s professional woodworkers, museum educators, and US Sailing and SafeSport Certified Instructors will lead an immersive program that will blend practical skills in sailing, boatbuilding and woodworking, all while building self-confidence, making new friendships, and having fun! Designed for youths aged 9-17, this program is perfect for all skill levels. Our Seafarers (9-12 years) and Navigators (13-17 years) will spend each day sailing for three hours, practicing boat building and woodworking for 90 minutes, and participating in other STEAM activities involving history, crafts, games, and tours on our solar tourboat, Solaris, all while making friends, learning new skills and fostering their creativity! Mid-day, Seafarers and Navigators will gather for an outdoor lunch onshore—perfect for sharing stories of their adventures. HRMM’s professional woodworkers, museum educators, and US Sailing and SafeSport certified sailing instructors are here to guide your kids every step of the way, ensuring they understand how STEAM principles come alive both in the workshop and on the water! The Voyager Program will run for six one-week sessions, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28 - Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8, and Aug. 11-15. For more information and to register visit, www.hrmm.org/youth-programs. Fees are $750 per week. Discounts are available to HRMM Household Members. Scholarships are also available. # The Sailing School at Hudson River Maritime Museum is the only US Sailing Accredited sailing school in the Hudson Valley. Founded in 2017, the School seeks to inspire a new generation of enthusiasts to get out on the water and become more confident sailors by offering accessible programming for youth and adult beginners. For students seeking to advance their skills, USSailing Instructor Trainers occasionally offer USSailing Instructor Certification courses at HRMM for advanced students age 16 or older seeking to become certified instructors.
The Wooden Boat School was founded by the Hudson River Maritime Museum in 2015 to preserve the maritime craft traditions of the Hudson Valley and to teach a hands-on interpretation of the living history of the Hudson River. We offer diverse curriculum and opportunities which provide skills in woodworking, boat building, and maritime craft. The school offers adult and youth courses. The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit www.hrmm.org for more information. **END** PHOTO CREDITS: Courtesy of Hudson River Maritime Museum January 7, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager [email protected] Sailing Contact: Jody Sterling, Sailing School Director [email protected] Stefany Coulter presents a workshop on Diesel Engine Maintenance, RWSC 2024 World Sailor and Pioneer Sailboat Racer, Dawn Riley, leads Keynote Address at 8th Annual Riverport Women’s Sailing ConferenceKINGSTON, N.Y. – The Sailing School at the Hudson River Maritime Museum and the Kingston Sailing Club are pleased to announce registration for the Eighth Annual Riverport Women’s Sailing Conference, March 28 - 29, 2025, is now open. This annual gathering of sailors and aspiring sailors welcomes people who have not traditionally been able to learn to sail into the maritime community and offers them the opportunity to improve their sailing skills. The conference includes a social hour, keynote address by Dawn Riley, and an optional dinner on the Friday evening, followed by a full day of hands-on workshops and presentations on a range of topics led by experienced women mariners on Saturday. People of all genders are welcome to register. Tuition for adults ranges from $100 to $125, and a discounted registration is available for those aged 14-20 $75. For more details about the workshop sessions and for online registration please visit, www.hrmm.org/riverport-womens-conference or call (845) 338-0071. The 2025 Riverport Women’s Sailing Conference (RWSC) is co-sponsored by the Hudson River Maritime Museum and the Kingston Sailing Club and will be held in person, on land, at the Hudson River Maritime Museum campus in Kingston, New York on Saturday, March 29 . A pre-conference social hour, followed by a Keynote Address by Dawn Riley, and an optional dinner will be held on Friday, March 28 at Frank Guido’s Little Italy in Kingston, New York on Friday, March 28, from 4:30 to 8:00 pm. The pre-conference on Friday evening will kick off with a networking social hour, with a cash bar, open to all from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Attendees will then be treated to an inspiring keynote address by Dawn Riley from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Riley, a world sailor, leader, and a pioneer in the sport of sailboat racing, will regale attendees with tales of her participation in the Whitbread Around the World race aboard Maiden with Tracy Edwards and her all-women crew in 1989-90, her participation and leadership in four America’s Cup campaigns, and her current leadership of the premier US sail training academy, Oakcliff Sailing in Oyster Bay, New York. A family-style dinner will follow. Please note that registration for the dinner is separate from the keynote address and is not included in the conference registration fee. Advanced booking is required by March 23, 2025. The cost is $60 per person. On Saturday, all conference registrants will enjoy workshops, networking, coffee/light breakfast, and lunch. All participants will have the opportunity to participate in five workshops that will be taught by expert women mariners. Workshop topics include, Becoming a Boat Owner, Sail Care & Maintenance, Introduction to Racing, Diesel Engine Maintenance, Safe Navigation Around Large Vessels, Essential Sailing Knots, Coastal & Offshore Passage Planning, Outboard Engine Troubleshooting, and more. Early Registration for the Conference is recommended to assure a spot in the conference and to reserve your place in the specific workshops you’d like to attend. For descriptions of the workshop sessions and to register for the conference and the pre-conference dinner please visit, Riverport Women's Sailing Conference or call (845) 338-0071. Knots workshop, RWSC 2024 # The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit www.hrmm.org for more information. The Kingston Sailing Club promotes and encourages the Corinthian spirit of racing (conducted in accordance with the US Sailing & ISAF rules and prescriptions) and cruising; promotes and encourages sportsmanship, seamanship, appreciation of the sailing environment, and the non-polluting, recreational use of our local waters, specifically, the Hudson River and its tributaries; and serves the best interests of the membership of the Kingston Sailing Club. Unlike some clubs, KSC does not own any boats, slips, or meeting space, and they sail on member-owned boats. KSC is a long-time partner of the Hudson River Maritime Museum, and enjoy regular use of their facilities, contribute financially, volunteer for and support their programs, and all KSC members are members of HRMM. ###
ENDS Tuesday, December 10, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager [email protected] Hudson River Maritime Museum offers Foundations of Woodworking Series, Free ‘Sail Tales’ Storytelling, and Industrial Walking Tour as part of its Winter Event Schedule KINGSTON, N.Y. (November 19, 2024) – Hudson River Maritime Museum is offering Guide Exhibit Tours, Industrial Walking Tours along the Rondout, and free children’s storytelling sessions as part of their winter season of events throughout December and January. The Wooden Boat School will also offer their five-class Foundations of Woodworking Series, alongside individual classes in chair caning, whittling, furniture restoration and more. Full descriptions are provided below. For more information and tickets to events, visit our events calendar at www.hrmm.org/events.html. EVENT DESCRIPTIONS SAIL TALES, 11:30 am-Noon FREE Saturday Morning Storytime December 14, January 11 and January 25 Ahoy, whimsical adventurers! Set sail to the Hudson River Maritime Museum for a delightful storytime that will whisk your little ones into the magical world of maritime tales! Join us in the museum, surrounded by incredible historical treasures from the Hudson River's rich past, as our storytellers read aloud an enchanting seafaring story—perfect for sparking imagination and wonder! Don’t let this a one-of-a-kind experience float away—come and enjoy storytime in a museum setting. Registration is encouraged (just to smooth the sails) but not required. Tickets are free and include admission to explore the museum’s treasures. Come for the tales, stay for the history. GUIDED MUSEUM EXHIBITS TOUR $5, plus admission to the museum Gain fascinating insight into the story of the Hudson River and its rich maritime history in this guided museum tour. Join one of our expert guides as you explore Hudson River Maritime Museum's fascinating exhibits and collections. Learn about the river's tributaries and the industries, like brick making, bluestone quarrying, and coal transportation, that thrived along its banks. Ever wondered how the New York Canal system and the steam era revolutionized transport on the river? Discover how these influences paved the way for the booming industries of the 19th and 20th centuries. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with our shared history! Tour Schedule: Thursday, December 12 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Friday, December 13 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Saturday, December 14 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Sunday, December 15 at 1:00 pm Thursday, December 19 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Friday, December 20 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Saturday, December 21 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Sunday, December 22 at 1:00 pm INDUSTRIAL WALKING TOUR, 3:00pm $10 ($8 for HRMM Members) December 8, 15 & 22 at 3:00pm Curious about the rich maritime and industrial history of the Kingston Waterfront? Join us for a guided walking tour that'll take you along the shores of Rondout Creek. Uncover the area’s fascinating past with stories of the Thomas Cornell Steamboat Company, Skillypot, the Delaware & Hudson Canal, and the iconic Island Dock—just to name a few. Tours leave from in front of the Hudson River Maritime Museum. WOODEN BOAT SCHOOL January 2025 Class Schedule Introduction to Chair Caning Saturday, January 11, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Join Janice Meltzer in a basic 7-step class in caning seats: using a stool kit, we will learn about soaking cane and weaving it in a traditional pattern. This process can be applied to applications like canoe seats as well as chairs. You will have the option of bringing in your own chair or canoe seat to recane. General Public: $179 + materials, with discounts for HRMM Members Skill level: beginner Furniture Restoration and Repair Saturday, January 18 and Sunday, January 19, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm This class is your chance to bring a cherished piece of furniture back to life and learn techniques so you can restore furniture yourself. General Public: $318+ materials with discounts for HRMM Members Skill level: beginner Foundations of Woodworking: Understanding Wood Monday, January 20, 6:00-9:00 pm This is the first course of our Foundation of Woodworking series. During this class you will explore the nature of wood as a material and the unique qualities it has, from living organisms to lumber. General Public: $90 Skill level: beginner Foundations of Woodworking: Machine Tools & Shop Safety In order to keep class sizes small, this class is offered in two sessions: Session A: January, 22-23, 6:00-9:00 pm Session B: January, 27-28, 6:00-9:00 pm This class is perfect for anyone looking to learn the safety basics of wood shop machinery or looking for the best practices to take home to their workshops. This will include information on the different types of machinery and their uses, safe shop practices including the use of eye and ear protection, emergency protocols, and advice for setting up a home shop. General Public: $196 + materials Skill level: beginner Square Rule Timber Framing Saturday and Sunday, January 25-26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm This two-day class, which takes place indoors, is designed for both beginner and intermediate timber framing students. You will learn about all of the steps involved in planning and executing a square rule, post-and-beam timber frame structure, and construct one on the HRMM campus under the guidance of timber framer Wayne Ford. The group will measure and cut pieces, using mortise and tenon joinery, and then assemble the structural frame, followed by adding girts, rafters, and purlins to accomplish a finished structure. General Public: $445 with discounts for HRMM Members Skill level: beginner and intermediate Intro to Whittling Sunday, January 26, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come down and spend the day with woodworker and artist Vince Sanborn learning the basics of whittling. You'll learn about different carving techniques, tools, tips for working with different types of wood, and about characteristics of wood like grain. Your ticket includes your choice of a variety of hard, soft, local, and exotic woods. General Public: $162 with discounts for HRMM Members Skill level: beginner and intermediate To receive 10-15% off class tuition consider becoming a museum member (for as little as $30/year). You must be a current member to receive your discount. To become a new member, please sign up on our website, or call 845-338-0071. The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit www.hrmm.org for more information. ### [ENDS] Tuesday, November 19, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager [email protected] KINGSTON, N.Y. (November 19, 2024) – Hudson River Maritime Museum will host three special events as part of Kingston Waterfront Business Association’s 3rd Annual Wintertide on Saturday, November 30. The museum will kick off the day with a storytime for children at 11:00 am followed by a guided tour of its exhibits at 1:00pm, and will round out the day’s events with an industrial Walking Tour at 3:00pm. The museum store will also be open for holiday shopping with a prize wheel offering promotions and discounts to shoppers from 10.30am-5:00 pm. Full descriptions are provided below. For more information and tickets to events, visit www.hrmm.org/wintertide
SAIL TALES, 11:00am FREE EVENT FOR KIDS Ahoy, whimsical adventurers! Set sail to the Hudson River Maritime Museum for a delightful storytime that will whisk your little ones into the magical world of maritime tales! Join us in the museum, surrounded by incredible historical treasures from the Hudson River's rich past, as our storytellers read aloud an enchanting seafaring story—perfect for sparking imagination and wonder! Don’t let this a one-of-a-kind experience float away—come and enjoy storytime in a museum setting. Registration is encouraged (just to smooth the sails) but not required. Tickets are free and include admission to explore the museum’s treasures. Come for the tales, stay for the history. GUIDED MUSEUM EXHIBITS TOUR, 1:00pm $10 ($7 for HRMM Members) includes admission to the museum Gain fascinating insight into the story of the Hudson River and its rich maritime history in this guided museum tour. Join one of our expert guides, as you explore Hudson River Maritime Museum's fascinating exhibits and collections. Learn about the river's tributaries and the industries that thrived along its banks, like brick making, bluestone quarrying, and coal transportation. Ever wondered how the New York Canal system and the steam era revolutionized transport on the river? Discover how these influences paved the way for the booming industries of the 19th and 20th centuries! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with our shared history! INDUSTRIAL WALKING TOUR, 3:00pm $15 ($10 for HRMM Members) includes admission to the museum Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to uncover the hidden gems of our local history! Curious about the rich maritime and industrial history of the Kingston Waterfront? Join us for a guided walking tour that'll take you along the shores of Rondout Creek! Uncover the area’s fascinating past with stories of the Thomas Cornell Steamboat Company, skillypot, the Delaware & Hudson Canal, and the iconic Island Dock—just to name a few! Tours leave from in front of the Hudson River Maritime Museum. Now in its third year, Wintertide features dozens of festivities and activities for all ages across the myriad of businesses lining Broadway, Abeel Street, West Strand, and Rondout Landing, the event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season, which also happens to fall on Small Business Saturday. The event will culminate at dusk with the official tree lighting at T.R. Gallo Park, sponsored by TKG Real Estate and performances by the Rock Academy. Area restaurants and bars will continue to serve libations into the evening. More information at https://linktr.ee/kingstonwintertide. The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit www.hrmm.org for more information. September 17, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager [email protected] With $1 Million Raised to Date, Hudson River Maritime Museum |
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