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As the sleepy town of Greenport comes alive this spring, a new look is waiting to be exposed
at the East End Seaport and Maritime Museum, located at the base of Third Street. The innovative look encompasses
the Hoist the Main Theme for the museum this year.
New exhibits have been professionally designed by a well known experienced graphic designer,
Michael Eagle, creating an exciting treat for all ages. In addition to the museum tour, visitors are welcome to
come taste the passion of sailing on board the Mary E - a 1906 historic 75 sailing schooner. Join us for a sail
around Greenport Harbor!
Additions and modifications to the Museum include:
Professional exhibits secured from a Mystic Seaport Museum.
A professionally designed wind exhibit to demonstrate hands on sailing principles and
techniques. (Great for demonstrating the physics of sailing to both young and old)
An exhibit of model historic sailboats which sailed in local waters.
A photo exhibit of key local yachtsmen.
An exhibit of artifacts from the Greenport firm of Wm. J. Mills and Company,
one of the oldest sail making companies on Long Island.
In association with the Shelter Island Yacht and the Orient Yacht Club, East End Seaport Museum & Marine
Foundation (EESMMF) will offer four scholarships to local
kids to participate in 2007 summer sailing programs to be selected on the basis
of a best essay. Funding for these scholarships is being provided by Wm. J. Mills Co., Hudson City Savings Bank,
and the EESMMF.
Lectures from key sailors and others involved in the business of sailing.
The Grand Opening of the Museum will be May 19th.
And don't forget the world famous Greenport Maritime Festival September 22nd & 23rd including Pirates, games,
vendors, Arts & crafts, boat demonstrations & races, live music and much more!
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