Articles by: Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

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Schooner Adventure’s Fundraising Sail for Ernestina-Morrissey

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

It was a perfect day of sailing on an Essex-built schooner in Gloucester. Schooner Adventure hosted a group of Ernestina-Morrissey supporters who enjoyed a fantastic sunset sail with the very best conditions. They included representatives of several of the vessel’s … Continue reading →

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Progress in the Shipyard~ September 7, 2021

Posted on September 12, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Thank you, Bristol Marine, for sharing the latest news of the great work your crew is accomplishing during the pre-launch fitting out of Ernestina~Morrissey! And thank you to Robert Mitchell of Mitchell Photography for the great photos!  In the attached series of … Continue reading →

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Secret Missions for “The Morrissey”

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

In 1940 the Morrissey set a record for furthest north at 80 degrees 22 minutes North Latitude. That’s only 578 nautical miles from the North Pole! But The Morrissey was up to more than setting records in 1940 while war … Continue reading →

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SEMA Volunteers Muster to Assist Captain Krihwan and MMA Staff and Cadets

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Last week Captain Krihwan led a crew to reorganize Ernestina-Morrissey materials and equipment in storage at New Bedford’s State Pier.  SEMA volunteers, Joe Pacheco, Julius Britto, Willi Bank, Melissa DeValles, Fred Sterner and Mary Anne McQuillan joined Massachusetts Maritime Staff … Continue reading →

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Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Advisory Board (SEMAB) Meeting

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

SEMAB met on August 6.  Wendy Pearl (DCR) reported that the Best Value Grant has been signed by DCR Commissioner DCR Commissioner Jim Montgomery which will ensure the Ernestina-Morrissey receives her USCG Certificate of Inspection. The Best Value Grant provides $850,000 … Continue reading →

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Commemorating the Gift of Ernestina to Massachusetts 8/29/1982

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

On August 29, 1982 Ernestina was officially transferred to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Gift from the Republic of Cape Verde. To recognize this important anniversary an anonymous donor will match 3 donations of $250 AND the donors will … Continue reading →

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Sail aboard Schooner Adventure to benefit Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey!

Posted on August 14, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Sail aboard Schooner Adventure to benefit Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey! SUNSET SAIL – Saturday, September 11, 2021, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Join us in scenic Gloucester, Massachusetts aboard Schooner Adventure for a 3-hour sunset cruise to benefit Schooner Ernestina Morrissey.  All proceeds … Continue reading →

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Meet Captain Tiffany Krihwan

Posted on August 14, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

SouthCoast friends of Ernestina-Morrissey will have an opportunity to meet Captain Tiffany Krihwan, Ernestina-Morrissey‘s new captain, hosted by the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and  SEMA. 6:30 -7:30 pm, Thursday, September 16, 2021 Weather permitting, we will meet outside … Continue reading →

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Progress in the Shipyard~ June 15, 2021

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Thank you, Bristol Marine, for sharing the latest news of the great work your crew is accomplishing during the pre-launch fitting out of Ernestina~Morrissey! And thank you to Robert Mitchell of Mitchell Photography for the great photos!  In the attached series of … Continue reading →

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Progress in the Sail Loft ~ May 18, 2021

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Nathaniel Wilson’s sail loft in East Boothbay is making the new sails for Ernestina-Morrissey. Nathaniel Wilson is a Master sailmaker, rigger, and sail designer.  He is well-known for building sails for large traditional sailing vessels. He has an expansive knowledge of … Continue reading →

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