Photos courtesy of Discovering Amistad Hudson River Maritime Museum will host replica of historic ship that teaches about enslaved Africans' Fight for FreedomKINGSTON, N.Y. (July 10, 2024) – Hudson River Maritime Museum announced today that it will host the Amistad Saturday, August 3-Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at their Kingston Waterfront campus. The 129-foot schooner is a replica of the 19th century ship, La Amistad, which became widely known for the 1839 uprising of enslaved captives from Sierra Leone who overthrew the crew and commandeered the ship into waters off the coast of New York. Tours of the ship and other public programming will be offered while they are anchored at the Kingston Waterfront. Tickets and more information can be found at www.hrmm.org/amistad Throughout Amistad’s stay, August 3-7, guided tours of the ship led by a member of the Discovering Amistad’s staff will be offered at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00 noon and 1:00pm. Self-guided tours will also be available 2:00-5:00 pm daily. Tickets for guided and self-guided tours of the ship can be purchased in advance by visiting www.hrmm.org/amistad. Admission to the Museum will be offered at the reduced rate for all Amistad ticket holders; $5 for adults/seniors and free for children under 12 years of age. On Wednesday, August 7, HRMM will host a Community Open Day at the Museum’s campus supported by Hudson Valley Credit Union. Alongside Pay-What-You-Can self-guided tours from 10am through 8pm, plus live music and entertainment from local artists in the Homeport Barn, 3:00pm-7:00pm. Learn about the Amistad uprising and enjoy live music and entertainment. On this flexibly-priced day, the schooner is open for self-exploration from 10am through 8pm, with entry every 30 minutes. A reservation is still required; please reserve for each member of your party for the amount that works for your budget. (You can select different amounts for different members of your party; e.g., you may book one person at $10 and three people at $0.) The Schooner Amistad, operated by the nonprofit Discovering Amistad, embraces the “vision” of freedom the original ship embodied as it serves as a floating classroom to educate people about the history of enslavement and discrimination. The Amistad serves to connect people of all ages with the Amistad story, motivating them to act and work to change systems that perpetuate racism, to ensure human rights for all. Discovering Amistad was founded on the premise that every human life is a story, and that every story deserves to be told. # PROGRAMS AVAILABLE GUIDED TOURS Saturday, August 4-Tuesday, August 6 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 5:30pm Led by the Discovering Amistad staff, this is an hour-long tour of the Amistad, a replica of the historic schooner commandeered by African captives as they fought for freedom in the 1839 Amistad Uprising. During this 1-hour program, the knowledgeable educators of the organization Discovering Amistad introduce guests to the ship and the story of the Amistad Rebellion, from West Africa to Cuba and the United States. Participants will see how the 53 kidnapped Africans were able to plan and launch a successful rebellion against their illegal enslavement. The relevance of New York and Connecticut history and legacy is highlighted. $15 Adults $5 Children under 12 years old SELF-GUIDED DECK TOURS Saturday, August 3-Wednesday, August 7 2pm, 2:30pm 3pm, 3:30pm, 4pm, 4:30pm, and 5pm Explore the ship and interact with artifacts onboard at your own leisure. In this option, you will be able to walk aboard the deck of the schooner and interact with living history at your own pace. Discovering Amistad's staff members greet visitors and remain available to discuss how and why the re-creation was built, differences with the original, and the ship’s purpose today. Participants will learn about the Amistad story from its beginnings in West Africa, the Middle Passage, rebellion on the ship, and the court trials in the United States. $10 Adults $5 Children under 12 years old Community Open Day sponsored by Hudson Valley Credit Union Wednesday, August 7 10:00AM-8:00PM On Wednesday. August 7, HRMM and Discovering Amistad will host a Community Open Day. Learn about the Amistad uprising and enjoy pay what you can ship tours, live music and entertainment. Ship tours on Community Day are pay-what-you-can with self-guided tours running every half hour from 10am through 8pm. On this flexibly-priced day, the schooner is open for self-exploration from 10am through 8pm, with entry every 30 minutes. A reservation is still required; please reserve for each member of your party for the amount that works for your budget. (You can select different amounts for different members of your party; e.g., you may book one person at $10 and three people at $0.) ## ABOUT AMISTAD Amistad is what is known as top-sail schooner, or a Baltimore Clipper – a recreation of what historians believe to be the best representation of what La Amistad would have looked like on the outside in 1839. The impetus for the building of Amistad came from Warren Q. Marr II, former editor of the NAACP's 'The Crisis' magazine. Marr's inspiration for the recreation emerged during Operation Sail 1976, a tall ship festival held that year in New York Harbor. Participating in that event was a representation of La Amistad; it was actually an old Western Union vessel with its name temporarily hidden under signs proclaiming her Amistad. Marr wanted the story of the African captives' fight for freedom on the seas, in a New Haven court and in a landmark United States Supreme Court case, to be told. Marr's goal was to design the re-created vessel as a floating exhibit and classroom, assemble a crew, and sail her from port to port teaching the history of The Amistad Incident of 1839. Marr believed the Amistad story could foster unity among people of diverse backgrounds and help improve race relations. In the late 90s, Mystic Seaport embraced the Amistad project because it contains many elements consistent with the Museum's mission "to create a broad, public understanding of the relationship of America and the sea." Amistad became the first and largest vessel ever constructed at Mystic Seaport, where shipyard staff coordinated construction with students from vocational schools in Connecticut and with volunteers. Discovering Amistad picks up the mantle of Warren Marr with our mission of championing the important issues of racial and social justice framed, literally and metaphorically, by the Amistad story.
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Hudson River’s Lighthouses Shine in New Documentary Commissioned by Hudson River Maritime MuseumKINGSTON, N.Y. (April 25, 2024) – The Hudson River Maritime Museum is delighted to announce additional screenings of its first feature-length documentary film: ‘Seven Sentinels: Lighthouses of the Hudson River’ in Beacon, New Paltz and Albany in June 2024. Following a private showing for members and supporters of HRMM, and its first public screening at Upstate Film’s Orpheum Theatre in Saugerties on May 18, the historical documentary will continue its rolling premiere with regional screenings at the Beacon movie theatre on June 8, the The Linda, WAMC's Performing Arts Studio on June 22, and the Denizen Theatre on June 30. For more information and tickets visit, www.hrmm.org/seven-sentinels. Commissioned and produced by HRMM, and directed, filmed and edited by Jeff Mertz of Moonbow Imaging, ‘Seven Sentinels,’ is a beautifully shot film that explores the history of the Hudson River’s seven remaining lighthouses and the keepers that lived in them, as told by the people interpreting and caring for the structures today. The Hudson River Maritime Museum's concept for this film grew out of decades of Hudson River lighthouse interpretation, including research, exhibits, articles, short films and presentations. Of the dozens of lighthouses and warning lights that once dotted the Hudson River, only seven remain. This iconic American river was a transportation super highway long before automobiles were invented, and enabled the rise of New York City and westward expansion into the interior of this country. Throughout almost two centuries of America's explosive growth, these lighthouses kept watch, guarding the safety of the Hudson’s waterborne traffic. The project was made possible in part through support from Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, the County of Ulster’s Ulster County Cultural Services & Promotion Fund administered by Arts Mid-Hudson, and Rondout Savings Bank, Ulster Savings. Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation, Dale Wolfield, Ken Mann and Radio Kingston. Hudson-Athens Lighthouse. Film still by Jeff Mertz, Moonbow Imaging Listings Saturday, June 8 at 1:00PM the Beacon 445 Main Street Beacon, NY 12508 Tickets Sunday, June 22 at 1:00PM The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio 339 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206 Sunday, June 30 at 3:00PM DENIZEN Theatre 10 Main Street, New Paltz, NY 12561 Tickets ##
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. Jeff Mertz (Director) is an award-winning independent multimedia producer and educator focusing on nonfiction storytelling. His work often aims to render in miniature the effects of large-scale environmental and social paradigms, particularly by telling stories that galvanize discussion in the realms of environmental conservation and justice, food systems, mental health, and history. His work and collaborations have screened internationally at Woodstock, New Hampshire, and other film festivals, and have been featured on international publications including Nowness, Hyperallergic, and Buzzfeed. He currently helms Moonbow Imaging, a new photo and video production company focusing on regenerative storytelling, serving clients in the Hudson Valley and worldwide. May 22, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kirsty Gaukel, Press & Marketing Manager, [email protected] Solaris Contact: Erin Boss, Education Program Manager, [email protected] Solaris Sightseeing and Tasting Tours head to Poughkeepsie KINGSTON, N.Y. (May 21, 2024) – The Hudson River Maritime Museum’s solar-powered tour boat, Solaris, is coming to the Poughkeepsie waterfront for cruises on June 17-9 and July 1-3, 2024. The schedule will include sightseeing cruises on the Hudson River, including collaborative cruises led by Walkway over the Hudson tour guides, and tasting tours led by local breweries and cideries Plan Bee Farm Brewery, Mill House Brewing Company, and Zeus Brewing Company. All cruises will depart from and return to the Waryas Park floating dock in front of the old Ice House restaurant patio, next to the Poughkeepsie Boat Launch at 75 N Water St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Tickets and tour descriptions for all the cruises leaving from Poughkeepsie waterfront can be found at www.hrmm.org/poughkeepsie-cruises.html Hudson River Maritime Museum’s solar-powered boat Solaris is an intimate 24 seater cruising vessel that operates May through October from the museum’s Rondout Creek marina. Cruises from home port in Kingston include tours of the Rondout Lighthouse, history cruises featuring guest speakers, tasting cruises in partnership with Kingston Wine Co., live music trips, and more! A full schedule of events is listed below, or can be viewed at www.hrmm.org/cruise-schedule.html Poughkeepsie Mid-Hudson Bridge. Courtesy of HRMM CRUISE DESCRIPTIONS Poughkeepsie Sightseeing Cruise Monday, June 17, Tuesday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 19 at 4pm and 7:30pm Monday, July 1, Tuesday, July 2 and Wednesday, July 3 at 4pm and 7:30pm Tours on Wednesday, June 19 at 4pm and Tuesday, July 2 at 4pm are led by Walkway Over the Hudson tour guides, focusing on the industrial history of Poughkeepsie! All other tours are led by knowledgeable Hudson River Maritime Museum crew. Departing from Waryas Park, experience unique views of Poughkeepsie from the waters of the Hudson River aboard the Hudson River Maritime Museum's solar-powered tour boat. This cruise will pass underneath the Walkway Over the Hudson and Mid-Hudson Bridge, providing a fresh perspective of these historic transportation links. South of the Mid-Hudson Bridge, catch a glimpse of Franny Reese State Park to the west and the remains of the Sedgwick Machine Works tower to the east. Poughkeepsie Elements of Taste Cruises led by Local Breweries Venture down to the Poughkeepsie waterfront for 6pm cruises led by local breweries, featuring exquisite local samples. Each night, the featured brewery’s knowledgeable staff will lead passengers through a tasting experience on the waters of the Hudson River. Check the dates below to book with your favorite brewery!
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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. ## Photos Photo 1 & 2–Poughkeepsie Mid-Hudson Bridge. Courtesy of HRMM Photo 3 - Plan Bee Glass on Bar. Photo courtesy of Plan Bee Photo 4 & 5- Millhouse Beer Cans & Mill House Brewmaster, Jamie Bishop. Photos courtesy of Millhouse Brewery. Photo 6 & 7 -Emily Watson Owner & Co-Founder of Plan Bee and Plan Bee Bottle. Photos courtesy of Plan Bee Hudson River’s Lighthouses Shine in New Documentary Commissioned by Hudson River Maritime Museum4/24/2024 ‘Seven Sentinels: Lighthouse of the Hudson River’ begins rolling premiere at Orpheum Theatre in SaugertiesKINGSTON, N.Y. (April 25, 2024) – The Hudson River Maritime Museum is delighted to announce the rolling premiere of its first feature-length documentary film: ‘Seven Sentinels: Lighthouses of the Hudson River.’ Following a private showing for members and supporters of HRMM on May 4, the documentary will have public screenings at Upstate Film’s Orpheum Theatre in Saugerties on Saturday, May 18 and Time & Space Ltd,. in Hudson on June 2. A series of additional regional screenings throughout the Hudson Valley will follow with details forthcoming. For more information visit, www.hrmm.org/seven-sentinels. Tickets for the screening at Orpheum Theatre are $15.00 and are available from the Orpheum Theatre at www.upstatefilms.org/seven-sentinels-lighthouses-of-the-hudson-river Commissioned and produced by HRMM, and directed, filmed and edited by Jeff Mertz of Moonbow Imaging, ‘Seven Sentinels,’ is a beautifully shot film that explores the history of the Hudson River’s seven remaining lighthouses and the keepers that lived in them, as told by the people interpreting and caring for the structures today. The Hudson River Maritime Museum's concept for this film grew out of decades of Hudson River lighthouse interpretation, including research, exhibits, articles, short films and presentations. Of the dozens of lighthouses and warning lights that once dotted the Hudson River, only seven remain. This iconic American river was a transportation super highway long before automobiles were invented, and enabled the rise of New York City and westward expansion into the interior of this country. Throughout almost two centuries of America's explosive growth, these lighthouses kept watch, guarding the safety of the Hudson’s waterborne traffic. The project was made possible in part through support from Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, the County of Ulster’s Ulster County Cultural Services & Promotion Fund administered by Arts Mid-Hudson, and Rondout Savings Bank, Ulster Savings. Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation, Dale Wolfield, Ken Mann and Radio Kingston. 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. Jeff Mertz (Director) is an award-winning independent multimedia producer and educator focusing on nonfiction storytelling. His work often aims to render in miniature the effects of large-scale environmental and social paradigms, particularly by telling stories that galvanize discussion in the realms of environmental conservation and justice, food systems, mental health, and history. His work and collaborations have screened internationally at Woodstock, New Hampshire, and other film festivals, and have been featured on international publications including Nowness, Hyperallergic, and Buzzfeed. He currently helms Moonbow Imaging, a new photo and video production company focusing on regenerative storytelling, serving clients in the Hudson Valley and worldwide. ## END PR Contact: Kirsty Gaukel. Press & Marketing Manager, [email protected] Solaris Inquiries: Erin Boss, Education Program Manager. [email protected] Hudson River Maritime Museum Announces 2024 Schedule |
‘Silver Dollar Girls: The Women Pilots of WWII’ on May 8 will be presented by author Margaret DiBenedetto. In 1941, General Hap Arnold made a surprising and bold decision to allow civilian female pilots to assist in the effort to win WWII. For two years, more than one thousand women flew military aircraft for the US Army Airforce. A local pilot, Ruth Franckling, Margaret’s mother, was part of that effort. Inspired by Ruth’s story, Margaret’s novel 'Silver Dollar Girls' blends a fictional story set in the Catskills Mountains with her mother’s role in aviation history. Join us for a personal talk that sheds light on the brave women who served. |
‘Marine Art: Finding Joy in Color and Peace in Nature’ on May 22 features Coast Guard Art Program artist Fred Feiler. This presentation is offered in conjunction with the Hudson River Maritime Museum's exhibition of the paintings of the late Peter K. Eagleton, "Working Waterfronts." Feiler, like Eagelton, is part of the Coast Guard’s Art Program and his work reflects a deep love of water and boats. Feiler will share his works completed at the Coast Guard Station at Boothbay Harbor, ME which depict training missions including using flares, direct hoist, direct trail hoist, and a motor life boat rescue. Feiler will also introduce the work of the broader Coast Guard Art Program, highlighting eleven missions of the Coast Guard/Homeland Security as portrayed by various artists. |
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