Articles by: Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

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Lovely Ernestina

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

The holidays are upon us! How about the gift of music? You can purchase “Lovely Ernestina” by the New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus and the Rum Soaked Crooks on Amazon.com. Proceeds benefit Schooner Ernestina.

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Vote for Ernestina’s sake

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

This is a very important election. Not just in Massachusetts. What happens in Washington, DC is important for Ernestina. The Massachusetts’ Legislature is important for Ernestina, and the Congress, House and Senate is important. Consider Ernestina when you choose your … Continue reading →

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Ernestina Secure after Sandy.

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

All is well with Ernestina after the passage of Hurricane Sandy.   I wish I could say the same for the Bounty.  Many of Ernestina’s crew sailed on Bounty and know the missing captain, Robin Walbridge. We all need to thank the Coast Guard for … Continue reading →

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Ernestina Hosts Working Waterfront Events

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

The New Bedford Waterfront was “Working” all weekend as festival goers braved the damp weather to celebrate  the “real thing”, a working harbor and the oldest fishing vessel, the famous Arctic explorer, the beloved Cape Verdean packet and exciting sea-going educator.  Massachusetts Official … Continue reading →

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Working Waterfront Festival this Weekend.

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

The Working Waterfront Festival showcases the New Bedford waterfront Saturday September 29 and Sunday, September 30 and Ernestina is in the center of the action.   The ship will be open for deck tours 11:00-3:00 each day. * * Children’s … Continue reading →

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Thank you, Tom Lopes

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

Ernestina has lost a tireless supporter.  In 1978, as Representative Tom Lopes, he was the primary sponsor for the legislation to create the original Ernestina Commission.  40 years later Tom Lopes, videographer extraordinaire, was still working to insure a good … Continue reading →

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New Foremast Arrives

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

On Friday, July 27 Ernestina‘s new foremast was delivered to New Bedford State Pier.  The mast was purchased by SEMA  and donated to the Ernestina Commission.  The mast donation was matched by DCR’s Partnership Matching Funds Program. The mast is … Continue reading →

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Summer Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

The Schooner Ernestina Commission Programming Committee needs volunteers for various events this summer. Please contact Chuck Smiler or the listed coordinator if you would like to participate. Help the Commission tell Ernestina-Morrissey‘s story this summer.

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Annual Report

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

The 2011 Annual Report of Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association, Inc. can be downloaded at this link.

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National Park Volunteer Day

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

On Saturday, May 12 a crew of volunteers participated in the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park ‘s Annual Volunteer Day by working on projects for Ernestina. The cadets were very enthusiastic about Ernestina and planned to carry the news back to Massachusetts … Continue reading →

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