 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dan Nelson / HRMM Wooden Boat School Manager / [email protected] Program Title: Youth After-School Woodworking: Introduction to Carpentry Date & Time: Thursdays and Fridays - Nov. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21; Dec. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum Wooden Boat School - Kingston, NY Pricing: General Public: $525 / Household Member & Above: $475 Program Description: This hands-on after-school class teaches youths age 14 to 18 the fundamentals of building with wood, Thursdays and Fridays, 4:15-5:45 PM, for six weeks. The first two weeks cover safety, power tool and hand tool use, and students will get their hands dirty practicing with a wide variety of tools to measure, cut, and shape wood. During the remaining four weeks, students will work as a team to design and build a little library for placement in the community by a local library. This project, which builds skills in project planning, layout and design, measurement, fabrication, and assembly, is the perfect vehicle for STEAM-based learning. As a miniature version of a building, it's also a great starting point in applied learning for both college degree track students and vocational students, whether they'll go on to study architecture or engineering, or to start a career as a general contractor or furniture maker. Instructor: Max Smith is a multidisciplinary craftsman with ten years of experience in woodworking in various forms, stringed instrument repair and making, piano tuning and repair, boatbuilding, cabinetmaking, and as Maintenance Coordinator for the Beacon Sloop Club. He is a full time instructor at HRMM and has participated as a skills demonstrator at the Eric Sloane Museum in Kent, CT. Find more information about the program and registration details at hrmm.org or here.
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 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Emma Cariello / Museum Educator / [email protected] Event: An Apple a Day: The Apples of the Hudson Valley Lecture with Kevin Clark Date & Time: Wednesday October 29, 2025 - 6:30 PM Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum Homeport Barn - Kingston, NY Pricing: $10.00 per Person / $5.00 HRMM Members Presentation Topic: Join Kevin Clark from Rose Hill Farm as he discusses the importance and uniqueness of the apple, the genetic diversity which apples hold, as well as the importance of preserving that diversity. You will learn how apples have traveled around the world and the importance of apples in the Hudson Valley. Each variety of apple has a story, rich in humanity and culture. A collection of over 200 types of apples will also be on display during the lecture. The Presenter: Kevin is the lead orchardist of Rose Hill Farm, located in Red Hook NY. He is fascinated with whole fruit tree physiology and being immersed in the life of the orchard throughout all seasons. As an orchardist, he interacts with the land and trees in such a way that enriches the biodiversity of the land, as well as nourishes the humans that visit or work with it. The Follow the River Lecture Series is Sponsored by Rondout Savings Bank. More information and registration can be found here or at hrmm.org.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Abby Drayer - Solaris Program Manager - [email protected] Event: Family Friendly Halloween Classics: Spooky Tales Aboard Solaris Date & Time: 5:00PM & 6:00PM - Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in October Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum - Kingston, NY Pricing: Adults - $28 / Seniors (62+ yrs) - $25 / Children (3-12 yrs) - $22 / 2 & Under Free Come one, come all and climb aboard the Hudson River Maritime Museum’s solar powered boat Solaris for a ride of historical scares, appropriate for all ages. Settle in and prepare to be spooked as our storytellers captivate you with specially selected tales for the Halloween season. You’ll hear about a headless horseman, ghosts stalking the river, and more. These stories have floated along the Hudson River and beyond for generations, and they’re sure to delight. Cozy up with some hot cider and treats and enjoy the smooth, quiet ride only Solaris can offer as you learn the haunted tales of the mighty Hudson. Cruises start October 3rd and then run twice a day (5:00PM & 6:00PM) Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays thru October! Find the full Solaris cruise schedule here! Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief Bicentennial Voyage Visits Kingston, Hudson River Maritime Museum9/24/2025  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sara Russell/Museum Educator/[email protected]/845-338-0071 x11 Event: Buffalo Maritime Center’s Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief Bicentennial Voyage Visits Kingston, Hudson River Maritime Museum Date & Time: October 21st, 2025 - October 22nd, 2025 Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum - Kingston, NY Pricing: No charge. Registration Required To mark the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal’s opening, the Buffalo Maritime Center (BMC) has built a full-scale replica of the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief – the vessel that first journeyed from Buffalo to New York City to mark the canal’s completion. Constructed by nearly 200 volunteers and students between October 2020 and its launch in June 2024, the wooden boat was handcrafted in full public view inside the Longshed at Canalside on Buffalo’s waterfront. This extraordinary community boatbuilding effort stands as the largest project of its kind, making the Seneca Chief not only a historic replica but a powerful symbol of craftsmanship, collaboration, and Buffalo’s enduring maritime legacy. On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief will embark on the Bicentennial Voyage – a 33-day journey commemorating Governor DeWitt Clinton’s historic trip in 1825. Traveling 500 miles along the Erie Canal and Hudson River, the Seneca Chief will visit 28 communities across New York State, concluding with a grand arrival at Pier 26 in New York City – exactly 200 years after the original voyage began. The Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief arrives at the Hudson River Maritime Museum on Tuesday, October 21st with tours and events on Tuesday, October 21st and Wednesday, October 22nd. While in Kingston, Buffalo Maritime Center will offer free, family-friendly experiences – including special events, educational programs, and hands-on activities – that invite people of all ages to engage with the legacy of the Erie Canal, sparking both local and statewide reflection on the canal’s enduring impact. Find where Seneca Chief and the Tug CL Churchill are right now by checking the vessel tracker here. Additional support for the Seneca Chief HRMM visit is brought to you by American Cruise Lines. Register to visit and find more information here.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Emma Cariello/Museum Educator/[email protected] Event: Legends & Lore of the Hudson River: Interactive Stories with Jonathan Kruk Date & Time: 6:30 PM, Thursday October 2, 2025 Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum Homeport Barn - Kingston, NY Pricing: $10 Adults / $5 Children 12 & Under Event Description: From the Spuyten Duyvil to Lake Tear of the Clouds, the Hudson River has a tale to tell at every turn. Come join us for an evening of legends and lore with renowned master storyteller Jonathan Kruk as he entertains and educates at Hudson River Maritime Museum. Hear the creation myth and learn why the river really flows both ways, discover how the mighty Hudson launched four revolutions, and then be haunted by stories of river ghosts! This program delivers the tales of the Hudson in a way like never before and is perfect for families looking for creepy tales and history buffs alike. Presenter Bio: Jonathan Kruk, known for solo shows such as “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” takes tales from the Hudson River to schools, libraries and historic sites. He has been featured on CBS Sunday Morning, The Today Show, The Travel Channel, the BBC and has eight award-winning recordings and two books on the Hudson River’s legends and lore. Jonathan Kruk knows why they lived happily ever after. More Information and Tickets can be Found Here.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Emma Cariello/Museum Educator/[email protected] Event: Hudson River Ecology: How is the River Doing and How do we Know? Date & Time: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 7:00 PM Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum - Kingston, NY Pricing: $10/person, $5/member Event Description: Both natural phenomena and human activities are putting stress on the Hudson River, which could impact its ability to stay resilient and meet our needs. Aquatic ecologist, Dr. Stuart Findlay reviews some of these pressures and how climate change, alongside the historical and ongoing human interactions, has negatively impacted the ecology of the river, creating a tangled web of competing interests and sometimes even contradictory solutions. Showcasing examples from his decades of research and monitoring, Findlay will discuss suitable solutions that balance ecological health with human needs to protect and restore the Hudson River. Our Presenter: Dr. Stuart Findlay has worked on the Hudson River for over 30 years. His research on sensitive wetlands, shoreline restoration, and environmental monitoring is helping to guide the river’s recovery. Findlay works closely with the Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observing System (HRECOS) and directed the installation of a monitoring station that continually records the river’s salinity, dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity, and water elevation – a key management tool to facilitate a quick response to threats such as harmful contaminants or floods. He also studies the impacts of shoreline modification and guides sustainable management practices to protect native species and their habitats and has been an advisor to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for more than 25 years. The Follow the River Lecture Series is Sponsored by Rondout Savings Bank.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Emma Cariello/Museum Educator/[email protected] Event: Sip & Learn: Prohibition and Bootlegging in the Hudson Valley - Lecture and Tasting Date & Time: Thursday, September 25, 2025 - 6:00 PM Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum Homeport Barn - Kingston, NY Pricing: $38/person, $30/member Event Description: Have you ever wondered what prohibition-era dramas may have played out in your own backyard? The Hudson River Maritime Museum has your answer! Come hear Kingston City Historian Taylor Bruck and Greene County Historian Jon Palmer tell the wild and remarkable story of prohibition and bootlegging in the Hudson Valley. With a special focus on Kingston, Bruck and Palmer will give a sense of the causes and nature of the illicit alcohol trade fostered by the ratification of the 21st Amendment. This fascinating talk will be accompanied by a tasting of local spirits courtesy of Branchwater Farm from Milan, NY. See you there, and be ready to sip and learn! Our Presenters: Taylor Bruck is a lifelong resident of Kingston and Acting Clerk for the County of Ulster. He previously served as the Ulster County Archivist and has the privilege to serve as the Kingston City Historian, succeeding to the role previously held by his mentor Ed Ford. Jon Palmer is the fifth Greene County Historian and current Ulster County Archivist. He was raised in Athens, New York and previously worked as the archivist for the Greene County Historical Society. Branchwater Farm grows their own wheat and rye for the base of their gin and whiskies, making for a truly local and unique experience. There will also be farm goods available for purchase, as well as full bottles if you taste something you particularly enjoy. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ruth Mascelli/Membership Manager/[email protected] KINGSTON, N.Y. - Do you have a love for Hudson Valley history? If so, this is your chance to let it shine! HRMM is currently seeking volunteer docents to help in educating visitors and locals about the maritime stories of the Hudson River and its people. Our friendly and experienced staff will train you to confidently deliver a variety of historical themes including local lighthouses, industries, and, of course, transportation on the water. There’s a multitude of opportunities to fit your interests. You can work the galleries, lead local walking tours, or be a narrator aboard our tour boat Solaris to name just a few. If this sounds like you, please visit hrmm.org/volunteer to see all the available positions and fill out our volunteer form - or email Ruth at [email protected] for more information. Training sessions are coming up soon so don't delay!   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Emma Cariello/Museum Educator/[email protected] Event: Seafaring Songs at the Hudson River Maritime Museum Date: Wednesday August 27, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum - Kingston, NY Pricing: $25/Person, $22.50/HRMM Members Event Description: Admit it, you love a good sea shanty. And while you’ve heard shanties before, you probably never heard them like this! On August 27, come enjoy this time honored art with musician Geoff Kaufman. A professional shanty singer, Geoff is known for his work at Mystic Seaport as well as his time with Pete Seeger as a Sloopsinger aboard the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. This event will take place on the Hudson River Maritime Museum’s campus, in the Homeport Barn. Beverages from Kingston Standard Brewing Co. will be available for purchase as well as snacks. Come immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of maritime tunes, it’s a special opportunity to hear songs that don’t usually make the top 40! Artist Bio: Although Geoff Kaufman is best known for his 35 years of singing and organizing maritime music at Mystic Seaport Museum in CT, he has always maintained an active touring schedule. Since his retirement from Mystic in June of 2019, Geoff has turned greater attention to music that speaks to issues of social justice, but also wants to keep singing songs that have caught his ear over the years for their grace and beauty. Mostly, Geoff just loves to sing, whether a capella or accompanied. Geoff has eight albums available on his website at www.geoffkaufman.com. This event is a community service of the Rotary Club of Kingston with sponsorship from The Reis Group Insurance Agency, Inc. and beverages provided by Kingston Standard Brewing Co.  Maritime Museum Hosts Outdoor Community Event Ahead of 25oth Revolutionary War Commemoration6/11/2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jen Bousliman/Development Manager/[email protected] Event: Revolution Rumblings on the Rondout (1775) Date: Saturday July 26th 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum - Kingston, NY Pricing: FREE - Historical lecture with re-enactors and Brass Band Discounted Museum pricing for non-members, FREE for members Solaris boat tours priced per website BBQ available for purchase Event Description: As we prepare for the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War next year, this event takes a look at 1775, the year before the Revolution began. What was happening here on the Rondout? Were people thinking about revolution? And how was life about to change forever? This event begins right at 4:00 PM and includes: -A lecture on the Revolutionary War -Historical re-enactors -Live outdoor music from the Yankee Brass Band playing tunes from the day -Boat tours of strategic military points of interest along the river aboard our solar powered vessel Solaris - Senate House, Kingston, NY - History Tent! Learn about a 1700's Rondout Captain & Senate House resident - Children can do an archaeology activity provided by the Senate House - Keegan Ales - beverages available for purchase -BROOKS BBQ chicken dinner options available for purchase Solaris Boat Tour Schedule: 4:15 PM 5:00 PM 5:45 PM Solaris tours can be booked in advance at hrmm.org  |
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