Hull
Massachusetts
Hull Lifesaving Museum Happenings Newsletter - April 2024
Arts and Entertainment
April 2, 2024
From: Hull Lifesaving MuseumTwenty-eight works created by 23 artists of the U.S. Coast Guard Art Program (COGAP) are on view from April 1 through June 30, 2024. Among the missions captured in these works are training exercises that help the Coast Guard be Semper Paratus, work on aids to navigation, canines in service to the Coast Guard, interdiction operations, protection of the marine environment and living marine resources, as well as daring search and rescue missions.
April Events
Fortress Boston Walking Tour
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Tour begins at Hull Lifesaving Museum
1117 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: $15 per person
Join Sean Baggett as he leads this walking tour as we look to uncover the network of forts and sites that make up Fortress Boston, through the evolution of Boston Harbor defenses in response to ever-changing geopolitical threats - from the Puritans through the Cold War and Counter Terrorism. Check the weather and dress appropriately and wear walking shoes. Bring a camera and binoculars if you have them. (In case of inclement weather, the walking tour will be held the following day at the same time.)
Harbor Nature Cruise
Saturday, April 27, 2023
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Hull Lifesaving Museum
Tickets: $30 per person
Departing from Pemberton Pier, Hull, MA
See Boston Harbor with fresh eyes and from a unique perspective. Join us for this rare opportunity to learn about the wildlife that exists right off our coast as we cruise among the islands and shorelines of the outer edges of Boston Harbor. No need to drive into Boston to catch the boat, we will be departing from Pemberton Pier for this fun adventure. Spring is a unique time of year to take in breathtaking scenery, observe a variety of migrating birds and seals basking on rocky outcroppings.
To learn more email us or call us at (781) 925-5433
New at the Station
Build Your Community at HLM
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new interactive exhibit, Build Your Community, featuring iconic people and places around our town created by Rob Littlefield of Hull! Inspired by the renowned Smithsonian Exhibit: Museum on Main Street which was supported by Mass Humanities, this exhibit is not just a tribute but also a fundraiser for our institution. Join us in celebrating the blend of history, art, and community by adding your business to this exhibit.
HLM Welcomes New Artifact to the Station
An exciting new artifact is now on view in the Station boat room: a Francis Metallic Lifecar. The Lifecar is on long-term loan to us from The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Musem. Many thanks to the Daley & Wanzer crew for delivering the lifecar to our boat room.
Recapping a Very Busy March
Sea & Sky Juried Art Show ~ It's a Wrap
Our 27th annual Sea & Sky Juried Art Show celebrating the beauty of our coastal environment and the richness of the artistic community on the South Shore and beyond is now closed. This year we fielded the largest number of submissions ever with brisk sales. We thank all the artists who participated and the many visitors who came to admire their work and perhaps bring home a treasured memory to add to your collection supporting local artists at the same time. See you again next winter.
Memorable Linda Greenlaw Presentation in Hull
A sold-out audience filled the Memorial Middle School auditorium in Hull as Linda Greenlaw, best-selling author, but more importantly swordfishing boat captain, regaled us with stories of her adventures at sea and her love of Downeast Maine. The afternoon lecture was followed by an intimate reception at the Lifesaving Museum with catering provided by Jimmy O'Brien of Jake's Seafood Restaurant. Her easy-going, approachable personality made us all feel like she was a hometown girl. Our thanks to Linda for making the journey from Isle au Haut. The welcome mat will always be out for your return.
Snow Row Recap ~Thanks to All
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Another fantastic Snow Row race has come and gone. For over 250 rowers, almost 60 boats, and countless spectators both on land and from the vantage point of the spectator boat, it was a day to remember.
Looking Ahead
Plan Your Spring Field Trip at the Museum
The Museum offers interactive and engaging educational programming designed to inspire your students to be curious about history and critical thinking skills. Our school programs are a great at re-enforcing history, science and nature studies.
To learn more please contact email us or call us at (781) 925-5433
Start Making Summer Plans
Summer Adventure Program
Registration Now Open
Tuesday - Thursday
July 9 - August 22, 2024
9:30 - 12:30 Morning Session
9:30 - 3:00 All Day Session
$120/week members: $130/nonmembers
Extended Day: $180 members: $195 nonmembers
Choose Your Week!
The museum's Summer Adventure Program offers seven weeks of discovery and exploration for children ages 5-11. Summer Adventure meets Tuesday - Thursday with two options: our regular morning program from 9:30 - 12:30 pm or our extended 9:30 - 3:00 pm program with a different theme each week. Each week includes hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and a fun mix of history, science, and arts. Sign up for as few or as many weeks as you wish.
Please email us for further information and details.
Summer Explorers Program
Now In Its Second Year !
Youth ages 12-16
Tuesday - Thursday
July 9 - August 22, 2024
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Windmill Point Boathouse, 185 Main St., Hull, MA
$110 per week members; $120 per week non-members
Choose Your Week!
The museum's Summer Explorer Program is an exciting and engaging opportunity for young people ages 12-16 to learn about the natural and cultural history of Boston Harbor while developing maritime skills.
This 7-week program offers a different area of focus each week with all programming originating at our HLM Windmill Point Boathouse including our fleet of open water rowing vessels, the boathouse, the harbor and harbor islands. Areas of focus include: safety on the water, rowing and commanding (coxing) open water rowing craft, operating outboard powered boats, harbor piloting and navigation, marine environment, boat maintenance and boat building, while making connections to each other, to our past, and to our future.
Please email us for further details.
Harbor Illumination
Save the Date
Saturday, July 20, 2024
8:30 pm
A Street Pier to James Landing,
Hull Harbor
Plan your summer get-togethers around our annual Harbor Illumination SCHEDULED THIS YEAR FOR SATURDAY, 7/20/24. It happens only one night a year...the magical Harbor Illumination. Join us as we once again light the harbor with more than one thousand flares celebrating Hull's maritime heritage.
VOLUNTEERS ARE AWAYS NEEDED to help with flare sales, night-of set up and breakdown and much more. Please email us for more information.
Summer Job Opportunities
The Hull Lifesaving Museum has employment opportunities in our Summer Adventure and Summer Explorer programs.
Summer Adventure Program:
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and be available for an in-person interview. Interest in nature, science, art, and working with children ages 5-11 is a must!
Summer Explorer Program:
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and be available for an in-person interview. Knowledge of boating, rowing, water-based activities, nature, science, art, and working with youth ages 12-16 is a must!
Please email us for application and further information.
Ongoing Programs
Veteran's Coffee Hour
Friday, 4/5/24
9:00 - 10:30 am
Hull Lifesaving Museum
Veteran's Rowing
Saturday, 4/6/24
10:00 - 11:30 am
Windmill Point Boathouse
Mark Your Calendar
Keep On the Look Out For These
Upcoming Events
April 20 - Walking Tour: Fortress Boston lead by Sean Baggett
April 27 - Harbor Nature Cruise
July 9 - Summer Adventure Begins
July 9 - Summer Explorer Begins
July 20 - Harbor Illumination!
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