HUDSON RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM
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  • Learn
    • Lecture Series
    • Youth Programs
    • School Programs
    • Exhibits on View >
      • Working Waterfronts
      • New Age of Sail
      • Warning Signs
      • Mary Powell
      • Rescuing the River
    • Online Exhibits
    • Speaking Engagements
  • Solaris Cruises
    • Cruise Schedule
    • Meet Our Boat
    • Book A Charter
  • Wooden Boat School
    • Boat School
    • Youth Classes
    • Adult Classes
    • Boat Building Classes
    • Boats For Sale
  • Sailing
    • Sailing School
    • Adult Sailing
    • Youth Sailing
    • Riverport Women's Sailing Conference
    • Sea Scouts
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Ways to Give

Be the Wind in Our Sails

Your generosity propels us towards future success. Every dollar donated counts towards our shared vision of a thriving Hudson River Maritime Museum that connects people to the river's past and inspires stewardship for its future.
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Ways to Make an Impact

The Hudson River Maritime Museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which relies upon donations and memberships for daily operations. The museum does not receive any municipal, state, or federal funding, except through competitive, project-based grants.

Whether you choose to become a member, make a one-time or recurring gift, become a business supporter, or volunteer your time, your generosity makes a direct impact and helps to strengthen our mission.

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Annual donations and memberships:
  • Keep the museum open year-round
  • Support the preservation, storage, digitization, and interpretation of our historic artifacts, documents, and photos 
  • Support low-cost school field trip and education programs
  • Support free and low-cost youth boatbuilding, sailing, and rowing programs
  • Keep our public festivals like Hudson River Day free of charge to the general public
  • Keep our popular lecture series free of charge to the general public
  • Allow us to offer free admission for active-duty military and their families through the Blue Star Program
  • Support annual exhibits and upgrades to our permanent exhibits
  • Allow us to offer free water access to kayakers and canoers
  • Allow us to host the Rondout Rowing Club, Kingston High School Crew Team, the Kingston Sailing Club, and the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater as our community partners

Make a Gift

Your gift, no matter the size, can make a significant difference. Our adult and youth programs inspire, enrich, preserve and invest in our shared maritime community. Help us sustain the Hudson River's unique maritime heritage by making a one-time donation or sign up to make a recurring contribution today! 
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Become a Member

Become an HRMM Member and make a difference support this remarkable organization. Plus, you’ll get great perks such as free admission year-round and free, unlimited tickets to the Planetarium and Glenview, 15% off in the Shop, and discounts at local businesses!
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Volunteer

Volunteers are the lifeblood of HRMM – they give tours, lead school groups, staff the gift shop, help with public events, build things, do yard work, move docks, and make our campus a wonderful place to visit and work. ​
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Planned Giving

By including the HRMM in your estate plan, you can achieve your long-term goals and gain the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your wishes will be honored and that generations of visitors will benefit from your foresight and generosity.
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Memorial

Honor the memory of your loved one by making a gift in their name. All memorial gifts will be acknowledged through a personal note to the family of your loved one.
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Give Stocks & Funds

Donating stock is one of the most efficient and tax beneficial ways to make an impactful gift to the museum. If you or your broker have questions about this process, please call us at 845-338-0071. 

Download the Donation of Securities Form. 

Donate a Boat

Do you have a sailboat or historic vessel that you would like to donate to the museum to be sold and the funds used for general operations? HRMM’s donation program provides an opportunity for boat owners who want assurance of a meaningful future for their vessel. Donations to the museum are hassle-free, tax deductible, and provide new life and purpose for beloved vessels.

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Donate to the Collection

The Hudson River Maritime Museum gladly accepts Hudson River-related historical objects and artifacts for donation.  If you have an item you would like to donate, please contact Collections Manager and Digital Archivist, Carla Lesh or 845-338-0071 ext. 21. ​
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Our Wish List

Support us by donating a new or gently used item from our wish list.
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GET IN TOUCH
Hudson River Maritime Museum
50 Rondout Landing
Kingston, NY 12401

​845-338-0071
[email protected]
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  • Visit
    • About
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Guided Tours
    • Events Calendar
    • Rondout Lighthouse
    • Docking
    • Visiting Vessels
  • Learn
    • Lecture Series
    • Youth Programs
    • School Programs
    • Exhibits on View >
      • Working Waterfronts
      • New Age of Sail
      • Warning Signs
      • Mary Powell
      • Rescuing the River
    • Online Exhibits
    • Speaking Engagements
  • Solaris Cruises
    • Cruise Schedule
    • Meet Our Boat
    • Book A Charter
  • Wooden Boat School
    • Boat School
    • Youth Classes
    • Adult Classes
    • Boat Building Classes
    • Boats For Sale
  • Sailing
    • Sailing School
    • Adult Sailing
    • Youth Sailing
    • Riverport Women's Sailing Conference
    • Sea Scouts
  • Join & Support
    • Donate
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
    • Ways to Give
    • Our Supporters
  • Online Store