Articles by: Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association

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Brian J. Rothschild Joins Commission

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Professor Dr. Brian Rothschild, a New Bedford resident, was recently appointed to the Ernestina Commission by Governor Deval Patrick.  Dr.Rothschild brings a focus on Marine Science and Technology as well as New England Fisheries to the Commission.  This appointment strengthens the commission’ s commitment to Ernestina‘s educational … Continue reading

Greetings from Cape Verde

Commissioner Laura Pires Hester passed along this greeting to all Ernestina supporters.  The card features Ernestina!

The Masts are Down.

Friday morning dawned cold and clear but more more importantly, calm.  The crane from N.C. Hudon, Inc.  arrived promptly at 7:30. Shipwright Leon Poindexter’s crew was ready. A sling was put on each mast in turn and the rigging was … Continue reading

Search for New Ernestina Commissioner

The Schooner Ernestina Commission should have 9 commissioners.  The enabling legislation specifies qualifications for the appointments.  There will be an open seat soon and the appointee “shall be any person whose expertise would be an asset to the commission and … Continue reading

AHA! Thursday December 8

Stop by the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitors’ Center during AHA! for the latest news about Ernestina.   Meet the new Commissioners Fred Sterner and Gene Monteiro.  Check out the display describing the latest haul out and a report on … Continue reading

Buy Ernestina Hats at Baker Books

Baker Books is once again helping SEMA out this Holiday Season by making Ernestina hats available at the store at 69 State Road (Route 6), Dartmouth, MA. Do all your holiday shopping at Baker Books.  Shop local!

Gifts to Ernestina Will Be Matched!

Dear Friend, It still amazes me, year after year, how frequently people will approach someone from the SEMA and say something like, “I sailed on Ernestina. That experience changed my life. Is she still sailing? I’d love to bring my … Continue reading

Commission Welcomes New Members

Fred Sterner and Gene Monteiro joined the other Commission members for their first meeting on October 31.

Effie M. Morrissey Films Surfacing on YouTube

SEMA often gets emails from folks sharing some interesting news.  If you have anything to share please contact us! Arctic films from the Bartlett Era. These are short clips from Junius Bird with no audio. Hunting Bull Walrus 1928 Archaeological expedition Short … Continue reading

20 Years since the Perfect Storm

. The end of October brought the 20th anniversary of the Perfect Storm. Did you knowthat Ernestina headed south from New Bedford on October 25, 1991?  Scroll down to read the account of what happened. . . .

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