Summer at the South Street Seaport Museum

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Published on Thursday, 26 May 2022 14:48

Written by Brad Balfour

Looking to enjoy some history while taking in the warm summer weather? The South Street Seaport Museum has you covered. The South Street Seaport Museum has announced their summer exhibitions, sailing season, and events at 12 Fulton St and on Pier 16. The free exhibitions on offer include the new, introductory gallery South Street and the Rise of New York, as well as a newly reconfigured return of the popular Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900-1914.

Also now open is Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle, a discovery room of maritime-themed art by the late Eric Carle, beloved creator of picture books for young children. Each exhibition and the Eric Carle discovery room will be open to the public on Wednesdays through Sundays from 11am to 5pm. In addition, tall ship Wavertree, lightship Ambrose, and the outdoor exhibition on Pier 16 are continuing to welcome visitors for free on Wednesdays through Sundays from 11am to 5pm. General Admission includes access to the galleries and Wavertree, and advanced timed tickets can be reserved at seaportmuseum.org/visit, where you can also choose to add on a free guided tour of the Ambrose or $5 tickets to the Eric Carle discovery room.

The 2022 sailing season for 1885 schooner Pioneer and rides aboard the 1930 tugboat W.O. Decker is now underway, with departures from Pier 16 (Fulton and South Streets) through October 30, 2022. Tickets for rides aboard Pioneer and Decker are available at seaportmuseum.org/sailnyharbor.

Monthly upcoming public programs include Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music Live Sing-Along, Vinyasa on a Vessel, a sail freight cargo delivery by schooner Apollonia, Coffee with Captains, and more to be announced. For more information, visit seaportmuseum.org/visit/programs_events.

Vinyasa on a Vessel
Starting May 21, 2022, join the South Street Seaport Museum for a 60 minute vinyasa-based yoga practice on the deck of the tall ship Wavertree. Start your Sunday with a mindful and physical practice that is accessible and challenging for all levels, peppered with information about the Wavertree itself. The practice will be followed by a tour of Wavertree for anyone who wishes to participate. Yoga will continue every third Sunday through August. The event is free, and registration is required at seaportmuseum.org/vinyasa.

Coffee with Captains
The Seaport Museum is partnering with schooner Apollonia to bring sail freight cargo like cider, wool, and honey from the Hudson Valley to Pier 16 between May and October. See Apollonia deliver her cargo and join a rotating selection of ship captains, including Apollonia‘s Capt. Sam Merrett, for coffee brought to shore that morning. Meet some of the crew who will share sailing stories and answer your questions about sailing, navigation, and sustainable shipping. Apollonia will dock at Pier 16 on May 28, June 25, August 27, September 24, and October 22. The event is free, and advanced registration is recommended at seaportmuseum.org/coffeewithcaptains.

Apollonia Boat Boxes
Members of the public are invited to order a monthly Boat Box subscription for pick up on Pier 16. This is a new offering for Apollonia's second sail freight season hauling goods down the Hudson River to New York Harbor. Each Boat Box contains a number of Hudson Valley goods sourced from local shipping partners, ranging from maple syrup to hot sauce to soap. Proceeds from the Boat Box sales go directly to pay the sailors aboard Apollonia to keep her low carbon mission sailing along. Orders must be placed at least 10 days before scheduled delivery dates of May 28, June 25, August 27, September 24, and October 22. For more information, visit schoonerapollonia.com/csa-information-page.

June Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music Live Sing-Along
South Street Seaport Museum’s monthly sea-music event Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music – the original NYC chantey sing, now made popular on TikTok – continues on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 2pm ET, in-person aboard tall ship Wavertree. Join a round-robin of shared songs featuring members of The New York Packet and friends. Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to lead or request a song, join in the choruses, or just listen as we present traditional maritime work songs and ballads on the first Sunday of every month. The event is FREE. For more information and to sign up, visit seaportmuseum.org/chanteysing.

Sail the New York Harbor on 1885 Schooner Pioneer
The only place to sail New York Harbor aboard a historic 1885 schooner! See the sights of New York Harbor, the magnificent Lower Manhattan skyline, and Governors Island from the decks of this National Register of Historic Places-listed vessel. Bring your family for an afternoon sail, a date for a sunset sail, or just yourself to enjoy history at sea. See the city from a new perspective as you grab a halyard to help raise a sail or simply sit back and enjoy the view. Bring a picnic lunch or dinner, afternoon snack, beverages, or a bottle of wine to enjoy on your two-hour sail.

Take a Ride on 1930 Tugboat W.O. Decker
Take an exciting 75-minute ride on the last surviving New York-built wooden tugboat W.O. Decker, recently named "Tugboat of the Year" by the Steamship Historical Society of America. Cruises will explore New York Harbor, and views may include the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Battery, and Governors Island, as you set out on an adventure unlike any you've had before!

To learn more, go to: https://southstreetseaportmuseum.org/

Tartan Week Festivities in NYC

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Published on Tuesday, 05 April 2022 16:43

Written by Brad Balfour

 
Tartan Week 2022 has arrived with celebrations throughout the United States. From the Carolinas, to Los Angeles, to San Antonio to New York, music history, and culture around Tartan Week are in full swing. NYC will have several Tartan Week events.

On April 7, Papillon Bistro & Bar (22 East 54th Street, NY, New York) will have the live event Celebrate Burns in Music & Words. Based around the poetry and music of Robert Burns, the event will have guest appearances by Noisemaker, Highland Diva, Jamie McGeechan, Alan Beck, Colin Hunter, and more.

On Friday, April 8 the American-Scottish Foundation presents Tartan Day Observance at Bryant Park, with Craig Weir, NYU Pipe Band, Noisemaker and the Highland Divas.

The New York Tartan Week events will culminate on Saturday April 9 with the largest celebration of all, the 24th Annual New York Tartan Day Parade.

To learn more, go to: https://nyctartanweek.org/

The Historical & Verdant Sites to See in Ireland

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Published on Thursday, 17 March 2022 16:51

Written by Brad Balfour

 St Stephen’s Green

It’s St. Patrick’s Day, so Ireland is on the mind of people everywhere! Here are some of our picks for great travel destinations in the Emerald Isle:

• St Stephen’s Green: One of the great public parks of Dublin, St. Stephen’s Green makes for a pleasant morning stroll after a hearty breakfast. See its ornate arches, gazebos, and numerous memorials.
  https://ststephensgreenpark.ie/

• Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane: With an extensive permanent collection of Irish artists throughout history, the gallery also houses a reconstruction of Francis Bacon’s studio, making this gallery a must for art aficionados.
  https://www.hughlane.ie/   
  
  

• Powerscourt House & Gardens: For those looking for a day trip outside the city, take in sprawling Powerscourt. Located in County Wicklow, Powerscourt is known for its 47 acres of gardens, which were voted the “3rd best garden in the world” by National Geographic, along with the palatial mansion which dates back to the 18th century. 
  https://powerscourt.com/

• Guinness Storehouse: The legendary brewery in heart of Dublin houses a museum tracing the history of Guinness along with a tasting room and bar overlooking the city.
  https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/

• Trinity College: Steeped in over 400 years of history, Trinity College houses the Book of Kells, a 9th century medieval manuscript along with ornate architecture and sprawling library.
  https://www.tcd.ie/visitors/book-of-kells/

• Dublin Writers Museum: Celebrating the literary history of Ireland, the Writers Museum houses ephemera from James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, W. B. Yeats, Bram Stoker, and more. A perfect site for bookworms and theater fans.
  https://www.visitdublin.com/see-do/details/dublin-writers-museum