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C.W. Morgan Visit Showcase for Ernestina Too
The New Bedford Homecoming of the Charles W. Morgan was the event of the summer for the city and for Ernestina Morrissey. With the help of many wonderful volunteers, DCR staff and the Schooner Ernestina Commission hosted over 1600 people … Continue reading
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Ernestina Will Sail Again!
The news we have been waiting for has finally been released. Thank you to all the friends of Ernestina who donated money to SEMA and gave their time to showcase the ship. Your perseverance delivered the message loud and clear … Continue reading
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Representing Ernestina in Wareham
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Busy Weekend – the Morgan’s Here!
Priscilla Geigis, Director of the Division of State Parks and Recreation stopped by after the Opening Ceremony. On Sunday the ship’s dory participated in the Boat Parade to celebrate the Charles W. Morgan’s arrival. For a few days Ernestina will … Continue reading
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42nd Annual Cape Verdean Recognition Parade
Schooner Ernestina Commissioners Laura Pires-Hester and Gene Monteiro invite you to march with the Schooner Ernestina representatives. CONTACT us for details.
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Meghan Kish Named Superintendent of NBWNHP
Philadelphia, PA – Meghan Kish has been selected as the next superintendent to lead New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial. Kish replaces Jennifer Nersesian, who is now superintendent of Gateway National Recreation Area. Kish most … Continue reading
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SCHOONER ERNESTINA/EFFIE M. MORRISSEY AT 120
In 2014 we celebrate Ernestina ex Effie M. Morrissey’s 120th year. The first event of that celebration was a lecture organized by Judy Farrar of the the Claire T. Carney Library Archives and Special Collections at the University of Massachusetts at … Continue reading
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120 Years of Maritime History
This year we will be celebrating Ernestina-Morrissey’s 12oth anniversary. The Schooner Ernestina Commission is planning several events to commemorate this significant year. 120 years ago, on Feb. 1, 1894, a scene similar to this one would have occurred as Effie … Continue reading
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Thank you, Jen! Welcome, Laurel! Congratulations Frank!
Jennifer T. Nersesian has been selected as the next superintendent to lead Gateway National Recreation Area. This facility is one of the top 10 most visited National Parks. Jen will be the only woman superintendent assigned to those 10 parks. We … Continue reading
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10th Annual Working Waterfront Festival
The 10th Annual Working Waterfront Festival drew large crowds with two days of beautiful weather to enjoy the music and food and the New Bedford waterfront. Nearly 2,000 visitors came aboard Ernestina for a tour. We had a wonderful turnout … Continue reading
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