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As Dave said this is a first step, and many images were examples. Please know that your comments were taken to heart. As requested, please keep the specifics of the presentation among us until May 1.

1 APRIL 27, 2018 NEW MARKETING CAMPAIGN Many thanks to everyone for your attendance and your reactions to Dave Mowers presentation. This is a big move forward for the museum, as were the branding steps undertaken by Mystic Seaport in years past. We value your comments and perspective and please keep them coming forward. As Dave said this is a first step, and many images were examples. Please know that your comments were taken to heart. As requested, please keep the specifics of the presentation among us until May 1. -Steve White WILLIAM C. NOYES VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD CALL FOR NOMINATIONS The Office of Volunteer Services is seeking nominations for Volunteer of the Year Award. The William C. Noyes Volunteer of the Year Award was established in 1998 through the generosity of Bill s widow, Bettye, and donations received in Bill s memory. The award is presented each year to honor a Museum volunteer who best personifies Bill Noyes example and the true spirit of a Mystic Seaport volunteer. The award recipients are listed on a brass plaque that hangs in the Office of Volunteer Services. The award will be presented at the Celebration of Volunteers held on July 18, The name of the winner is kept a secret until the presentation. JUNIOR VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS CALL FOR NOMINATIONS In addition to the William C. Noyes Volunteer of the Year Award, a Junior Volunteer of the Year award and Staff Special Recognition award will be presented. The nomination forms for both awards are attached. All Museum staff members and volunteers are encouraged to submit nominations to be considered by the committee. The Committee consists of representatives from all areas of the Museum. -EveAnne Stouch & Susan O Donnell Office of Volunteer Services

THE MARITIME GALLERY AT MYSTIC SEAPORT MUSEUM Presents A Treasure Chest Sale May 1 31, 2018 After a long winter, The Maritime Gallery is doing some spring cleaning and selling select works from our

2 THE MARITIME GALLERY AT MYSTIC SEAPORT MUSEUM Presents A Treasure Chest Sale May 1 31, 2018 After a long winter, The Maritime Gallery is doing some spring cleaning and selling select works from our inventory along with frames and prints. Discounts will be up to 50 percent. Come by and take home a treasure to enhance your home or add to your collection. The sale will only take place in the month of May so hurry on in before the chest is empty! For more information please contact Monique Foster, monique.foster@mysticseaport.org Rieta Park, rieta.park@mysticseaport.org NEWS FROM THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT After nearly 28 years of service, we are sorry to report that Sally Ackley will be moving to Florida. She and her husband will be joining family there and enjoying the warm Florida sunshine. Sally has worked in the Finance Department for four years and has become someone we truly rely on. Prior to that, she worked in the VRC and was a fixture there, running the department and making visitors feel at home. Her last day will be Friday, May 4 th. Best wishes in your new endeavors, Sally! -Isabella Zagare, Controller FIRST THURSDAY Our May 3 rd First Thursday is a presentation entitled: Old Florida - Through the Rosenfeld Lens. With the help of Carol Mowrey, Marilyn Leonard, and Julie Doering, John Urban of the Advancement Department put together a Rosenfeld slide presentation of Old Florida images - along with some images of Havana - that the Rosenfeld s shot during winter visits from the 1920s up to the early 1950s. This Old Florida presentation has been helpful in engaging friends of Mystic Seaport who live in, or have an interest in, Florida, and it serves as an example of the amazing depth of the Rosenfeld Collection. The photos capture vessels of the era, sailing and powerboat races of the time and coastal Florida scenes prior to modern development.

Carol Mowrey will join John to answer Rosenfeld questions following the presentation.

A sign will be posted on the north side door where you should enter for the presentation. EveAnne Stouch and Susan O Donnell PIRATE DAYS A SUCCESS!

Two blustery days didn t keep the pirates away! 785 kids participated in Pirate Days activities over the course of the two days.

3 Carol Mowrey will join John to answer Rosenfeld questions following the presentation. PLEASE NOTE LOCATION: Please join us in the Olin Stephens Reading Room 3 rd Floor Stillman Building at 8:30 am for coffee and donuts followed by the presentation at 9am. A sign will be posted on the north side door where you should enter for the presentation. EveAnne Stouch and Susan O Donnell PIRATE DAYS A SUCCESS! Mystic Seaport hosted another successful Pirate Days on April 17 & 18, thanks to the Free Men of the Sea (pirate re-enactors), many volunteers, and staff. Two blustery days didn t keep the pirates away! 785 kids participated in Pirate Days activities over the course of the two days. The treasure hunt, complete with a compass and pacing, took participants to several buildings on campus where they received clues from hidden pirates. Three clues led treasurehunters to the Seaman s Friend Society, where they received their treasure/prize. This year s event also included a sword craft activity, Pirate Basic Training in the Discovery Barn, a Pirate Q&A with the Free Men of the Sea, a cannon firing drill on Chubbs Wharf, a special High Seas planetarium show, and performances of Arr You Ready to Be a Pirate by the Talemakers. Many thanks to our wonderful volunteers who manned registration, passed out and collected compasses, handed out coupons, conducted visitor surveys, and gave out final treasures. We truly appreciate your time and help in making the event run smoothly. We also extend a big thanks to Communications & Marketing, Event Network, Exhibits, Interpretation, Facilities, Photo Services, the Planetarium, Security, Visitor Services, Volunteer Services, and the Warehouse, among other individuals. Cheers! -The Pirate Days Team

4 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ANNOUNCES THE 28 th ANNUAL PLANT SALE DATES Thursday, May AM Staff & Active Volunteers Only (Must have your badge with you to purchase) 10AM 2PM - Open to ALL Friday, May 18 8:00AM to 2:00PM Open to ALL Sorry no Early Birds!! Open to staff, volunteers and guests. Please note times above Annuals, perennials, vegetables & herbs as well as many heirloom varieties will be available. All Proceeds support the Greenhouse operations. The Plant Sale is located at the Facilities Management Greenhouse 18 Rossie Pentway We hope to see you there!! -Heidi McDonough VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Annual Members Meeting: Two volunteers are needed on Members Day, Saturday, May 19 th from 9 am to 12:30 pm to assist with the check in process at the Annual Meeting in Latitudes 41. If you can help out, please contact EveAnne Stouch: eveanne.stouch@mysticseaport.org ACROSS THE WATERS RETURNS MAY 6 Across the Waters, a 2016 Danish film focusing on the tumultuous first days of the maritime evacuation of Denmark s Jewish population during World War II, will be the opening film in this year s Jewish Federation of Eastern Connecticut s 24 th International Film Festival. The film will be shown on Sunday May 6, at 2:00 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, together with Mystic Seaport s short video about the leading role that was played by Gerda III a vessel that the Seaport has cared for since 1997 in the rescue operation. The day s program will also include a 12 minute Israeli mini-documentary titled Gesharim ( Bridges in English) that tells the story of a youth dance group that was formed in Israel to unite Jewish and Arab girls through a shared love of dance. Mystic Seaport and the JFEC jointly presented Across the Waters to an overflow audience in January as the centerpiece of a Holocaust Remembrance Day event. For those who could not get in, and all others who wish to see it, this is another opportunity.

5 Admission to the event is $10.00, payable at the door. Further information is available on the Jewish Federation of Eastern Connecticut website, JFEC.com, or by contacting or MYSTIC SEAPORT BOOKCLUB Bookclub will be joined by local author, (and one time Seaport employee) Susan Kietzman at 5p.m. on Thursday, May 10 in the Keener Room to discuss her book The Summer Cottage". Everyone is welcome to share in the discussion and snacks. -Phyllis Sailer BJs WHOLESALE CLUB DISCOUNT FOR EXISTING MEMBERSHIPS (RENEWALS): Existing members may extend their membership for $40 (Inner Circle) or $80 (Rewards) for 13 months. With payment, 13 months will be added onto current expiration date of existing members. FOR NEW MEMBERSHIPS: SPECIAL PROMOTION: Memberships are available for $25 (Inner Circle) and $50 (Rewards) for NEW Members, two membership cards for 12 months. New membership offer expires May 30, Please contact Kristen in HR for an application. SEAPORT AFTER SEVEN: VIKING BEER GARDEN May 19, 7-10pm Celebrate warmer weather and two brand new exhibitions when the Seaport After Seven 21+ party series returns with the Viking Beer Garden. Enjoy outdoor breezes, Swedish meatballs, a variety of beers, and mead by Groennfell Meadery on the giant wraparound deck of the Thompson Exhibition Building. For one night only, Museum Hack will lead an exciting adventure in The Vikings Begin and Science, Myth, and Mystery: The Vinland Map Saga. DJ Lion King will provide beats while you brush up on your Kubb skills (aka Viking chess on the lawn) and step aboard the Draken Harald Hårfagre. Bring your friends, make some new ones, and have a truly radical night at the Museum! The first 50 people to arrive in Viking-inspired attire will receive an extra drink ticket! This is a 21+ event. Admission includes small plates, one drink ticket for beer or wine, exclusive exhibition access and tours, and DJ set. A cash bar with beer, wine and mead will be available. Pre-sale: $20 (buy before 3pm on 5/18 to get this price) Day-of: $25 MSM staff and volunteers: $15 Order online, or call for staff/volunteer rate

6 Saturday April 28, 2018 Scheduled Groups Richmond Tours 49 People Scheduled Events: THIS WEEK FROM THE OPERATIONS COMMITTEE 9AM-5PM 10AM-12PM 11AM-2PM 12PM-4PM Introduction to Coastal Navigation at Treworgy Planetarium Brian Koehler Spring Chantey Class: Ballads, Chanteys and Songs of the Sailor Masin Room/ Campus-wide Contact: Denise Kegler x5075 Slocum Bridal Shower on Terrace Patio Contact: Jenna Landon 40 Guests Lombardo 40 th Wedding Anniversary in Morgan Suite East and West Contact: Jenna Landon 35 Guests Sunday April 29, 2018 Scheduled Groups Syracuse Boy Scout Group 36 guests Ukranian Scouting Organization 35 Guests Scheduled Events: 10AM-12PM Beamier Brunch in Morgan Suite East and West Jena Landon 70 Guests Other Items Discussed: Discussed visitor confusion getting on the grounds at the North Entrance and the need to return the vinyl lettering on the front door. Discussed timing on opening Bus Gate and POS training for Boat Rentals and Sabino Dock Member over-night events on the grounds during the summer months Discussed events this weekend including the Stonington High School Regatta Discussed collateral used for promoting museum admission and membership at the Volvo Ocean race in Newport. DUTY OFFICER/WATCH CAPTAIN/SHIPYARD Saturday, April 28, 2018 Sunday, April 29, 2018 Duty Officer: Q. Snediker Duty Officer: M. Milnes

Security: Gary Doerfler, ext.5310 Security: Diane Alley, ext. 5310 Watch Captain Rachel Thomas Shapiro, radio Watch Captain: Rachel Thomas Shapiro, radio Shipyard: Deb House, ext.

7 Security: Gary Doerfler, ext.5310 Security: Diane Alley, ext Watch Captain Rachel Thomas Shapiro, radio Watch Captain: Rachel Thomas Shapiro, radio Shipyard: Deb House, ext Shipyard: Deb House, ext EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Full & Part-time Opportunities Seasonal Chief Financial Officer Interpreter Boathouse Attendant Shipwrights Talemaker Charter Captain Grounds Maintenance Technician Working Chanteyman Launch Captain Visitor Services Specialist Sabino Captain Captain, Breck Marshall Sabino Deckhand To view and apply to job listings; please visit the Mystic Seaport s job posting page by clicking here. CLASSIFIEDS 3 BOATS FOR SALE - Mad River canoe, 80 s vintage Courier model; Royalex hull; 14, set up for a single paddler, ash gunwales; lightly used, stored indoors. Asking $ Seda Tango double kayak w/ center cargo hatch and bow and stern storage; Kevlar hull; 21+ length, 80 # wt., red color deck, stored indoors. Comes with tag along trailer w/ custom cradle. Includes spray skirts, 3 paddles. $ 1, Hydra Taurus whitewater kayak; color - gray; lightly used, stored indoors; includes foam flotation pillars fore & aft., spray skirt. $ For info: Rich Pierce (MSM volunteer) ; rnpierce@comcast.net 16 Foot Mad River Malecite Canoe * * * * * Kevlar - only by Dupont (weighs just 39 pounds) 2 paddles - 2 Personal Flotation Devices PFD's Roof standoffs and straps to secure on the car Asking $300 Call Chris at or chris_hausmann@yahoo.com

REMINDER As the busy season is upon us, just a friendly reminder to please try and keep the Bulletin article submission cutoff time of 5pm Wednesday.

8 REMINDER As the busy season is upon us, just a friendly reminder to please try and keep the Bulletin article submission cutoff time of 5pm Wednesday. This is really appreciated! Many thanks in advance. Susan O Donnell PHOTO OF THE WEEK Volunteers Anny Payne and Tim Straw Build a Scale Model in the Schaefer Building Photo by Joe Michael

OCTOBER 21, 2016 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2016 PILOTS FUND AWARDEES HOLIDAY SALE SIGN UP

OCTOBER 21, 2016 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2016 In a change from past years, we have decided that starting this year the Museum will now be closed to visitors on Thanksgiving Day. This practice