2025 Herreshoff Museum Lecture Series Season Pass

ALL AGES

Learn from some of the best sailors, writers, and historians, amongst historic Herreshoff Boats and the America’s Cup Hall of Fame.

By Herreshoff Marine Museum

Location

Herreshoff Marine Museum

1 Burnside Street Bristol, RI 02809

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

Thursday January 30: "The Progress of Propulsion: Part II"

Evan Ide

In continuation of last year’s engaging presentation, Evan will focus on the “Golden Age” of pre-War automobile development from 1901-1908. He will also explore the impact that technical development ...

Tuesday February 11: "America's Cup Deed of Gift & Related Documents"

R. Steven Tsuchiya

Yachting historian Steven Tsuchiya will tell the fascinating story of the founding of the America’s Cup yacht race and the lives and times of its chief visionaries, John Cox Stevens and George L. Sch...

Thursday February 20: "The Last Trap Fishermen of Rhode Island"

Markham Starr

This presentation explores the last surviving floating trap companies, documenting a full season as they construct and fish their 1,500-foot-long traps. The photographs featured in this series earned...

Thursday March 20: "Jersey Cats"

John Brady

Discover the incredible journey of the Jersey Cats—humble workboats transformed into premier racing legends. From 19th-century engineering feats to timeless craftsmanship, this story blends innovatio...

Thursday April 17: "18th & 19th Century Sail Repair at Sea"

Emily Whitted

Thursday May 22: "Rum Running in Narragansett Bay"

Christian McBurney

During Prohibition, the waters of Narragansett Bay became an unexpected battleground. While Rhode Island’s coastal forts never fired a shot in wartime, the U.S. Coast Guard waged a relentless campaig...

Thursday, June 26: "Roosevelt and the Quoddy Tidal-Electric Power Project"

Mark Borton

In the 1930s, President Franklin Roosevelt envisioned a groundbreaking project to harness Maine's ocean tides for hydroelectric power. The ambitious "Quoddy Tidal Power Project" saw the U.S. Army Cor...

Thursday September 18: "A Voyage to the Arctic on the Schooner BOWDOIN"

Graham McKay

Thursday October 23: "Early Portraiture in New Bedford"

Marina Wells

Thursday November 20: "Gilded Age Yachting Attire"

Alice Dickinson

About this event

Event lasts 335 days 12 hours
ALL AGES
Free venue parking

Don’t miss a single moment of the Herreshoff Marine Museum’s Annual Lecture Series! With the Full Series Pass, you’ll enjoy:

Convenience: One pass grants access to every lecture in the series—no need to purchase individual tickets.
Savings: Save on ticket costs compared to purchasing lectures individually.
Flexibility: Attend in person or virtually on Zoom, depending on your schedule and preferences.
Priority Access: Secure your spot for every event before individual ticket sales close.
Recordings Access: Enjoy access to all 2025 lecture video recordings (if available,) so you can revisit your favorite talks at your convenience.

The Full Series Pass is available exclusively to Museum Members, but it can be gifted to non-members. Join us for a season of inspiring talks from top authors, sailors, historians, and experts, all set amidst the rich history at the Herreshoff Marine Museum and the America’s Cup Hall of Fame.

Ready to dive into the full experience? Become a member and purchase your Full Series Pass today to enjoy an incredible lineup of lectures!

Lectures are available in-person or virtually on Zoom—be sure to check your ticket type when purchasing. Online sales for in-person tickets close 2 hours before the event, though tickets may still be available at the door unless stated otherwise. Your ticket grants access to the lecture on the specified date and time, either in person or online.

While we aim to provide recordings to ticket holders, availability is not guaranteed. If available, recordings are typically shared 3–5 weeks after the event.

Museum Members enjoy exclusive discounts on lecture tickets. Not a member yet? Join today at herreshoff.org/support and start saving!

The Herreshoff Lecture Series is Proudly Sponsored by: American Cruise Lines, BankNewport, Bristol Marine, Gowrie Group, Points East Magazine, Pure Insurance, Ragged Island Brewery and Safe Harbor.

Season Pass ticket holders receive access to all 2025 Herreshoff Lectures.

Thursday January 30, 2025
Lecture: "The Progress of Propulsion: Part II" by Evan Ide, antique car specialist

Tuesday February 11, 2025
Lecture & Book Signing: "America's Cup Deed of Gift & Related Documents" by R. Steven Tsuchiya, yachting historian & author

Thursday February 20, 2025
Lecture & Book Signing: "The Last Trap Fishermen of Rhode Island" by Markham Starr, documentarian, author & photographer

Thursday March 20, 2025
Lecture: "Jersey Cats" by John Brady, maritime historian & boatbuilder, president emeritus of Independence Seaport Museum,

Thursday April 17, 2025
Lecture: "18th & 19th Century Sail Repair at Sea" by Emily Whitted, historian of early American material culture & decorative Arts

Thursday May 22, 2025
Lecture & Book Signing: "Rum Running in Narragansett Bay" by Christian McBurney, historian & author

Thursday, June 19 2025
Lecture & Book Signing: "Franklin Roosevelt and the Quoddy Tidal-Electric Power Project" by Mark Borton, maritime author & entrepreneur

Thursday September 18, 2025
Lecture: "A Voyage to the Arctic on the Schooner BOWDOIN" by Graham McKay, executive director & lead boatbuilder, Lowell's Boatshop

Thursday October 23, 2025
Exhibition Talk: "Early Portraiture in New Bedford" by Marina Wells, curatorial fellow, New Bedford Whaling Museum

Thursday November 20, 2025
Lecture: "Gilded Age Yachting Attire" by Alice Dickinson, curator of collections, New York Yacht Club

*Schedule listed subject to change. Check herreshoff.org/lectures for full details.

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Herreshoff Marine Museum

From our Seamanship Program to the New Pathways Boat Shop to our popular Lecture Series, HMM offers a unique variety of learning opportunities for students of all ages.