2022 Pilot Gala

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Join us for our 2022 Pilot Gala!

This year's gala honors environmentalist, activitst and author Frances Dunwell, whose work has had a considerable and lasting impact on our mission to preserve and interpret the maritime history of the Hudson River and its tributaries.

The evening will include an hour of cocktails and passed hors d'ouvres, a seated dinner, live auction of experiences and program support, a raffle for a 1-hour charter on our 100% solar-powered boat, and the honoring of Fran Dunwell.

Guests can purchase individual tickets, full tables of 8 seats, or full tables of 8 near the podium. A special discount is available for volunteers of the Hudson River Maritime Musuem. Tickets can be purchased online or by mailing in a check.

Charter Raffle

We are raffling off a 1-hour chartered boat tour for 18 people in the 2023 season on Solaris! Our 100% solar-powered boat is the only one of its kind in the United States certified by the US Coast Guard for use as a floating classroom and tour boat. Our cruises include tours of local lighthouses, history and tasting tours, nature and environmental sightseeing, and more! The winner of the raffle can customize their cruise on the Rondout Creek or Hudson River for the 2023 season. This item is valued at $500 in the 2023 season. Tickets are $20 for an individual ticket or $50 for 3 tickets.

For questions about this event, please contact our Marketing & Membership Manager at jdea@hrmm.org.