DECEMBER 22, 2016 ANNUAL CAROL SING - Mystic SeaportDECEMBER 22, 2016 ANNUAL CAROL SING The dark skies and slightly misty weather didn’t dampen the spirits for caroling at Mystic

DECEMBER 22, 2016

ANNUAL CAROL SING

The dark skies and slightly misty weather didn’t dampen the spirits for caroling at Mystic Seaport on Sunday, December 18th making this year’s Community Carol Sing a success once again! The Mystic Seaport Carolers some 40 voices strong; and the Brass Quartet, enjoyed the applause, bell ringing and appreciation from the lively crowd of visitors who came to sing along. With voices strong, and under the splendid direction of Maestro Jamie Spillane, the carolers gave meaning to the holiday season. Steve White, the museum President, welcomed the crowd, while Jamie inspired them with his overwhelming enthusiasm. In the spirit of giving and through the generosity of those who attended, a donation that totaled seventy boxes (approximately 1,400 lbs. of canned goods and boxes of non-perishable food items) were donated to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center. Coastal Gourmet provided warm cider and hot chocolate for purchase to help keep revelers warm in The Donald C. McGraw Quadrangle and the Thompson Exhibition Building made for the perfect venue!

Staff was outstanding in their efforts, especially Security, the gate personnel, and the Interpretation Department. Thirty nine volunteers performed their duties with efficiency, enthusiasm and good cheer, providing comfort and direction to visitors, collecting food donations and distributing song books. Many thanks to all!!

-EveAnne Stouch and Susan O’Donnell

CAROL SING PHOTOS

2017 MALLORY INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Proposals are now being accepted for the 2017 Mallory International Exchange Fellowship Program. This

year the Fellowship will be used to support a colleague(s) from a foreign museum, library, historic site,

or other educational institution in any discipline related to Mystic Seaport’s mission to travel to Mystic

Seaport for research and study purposes. The Mallory Fellowship Endowment was established in 1993

by Wade and Angela Thompson to honor Clifford and Pauline Mallory for their many years of service to

Mystic Seaport. The stated purpose of the fund is “...to create an international exchange program

between the Seaport and other institutions...” Proposals should be submitted by a Mystic Seaport staff

member sponsoring a colleague from a foreign museum, library, historic site, or other educational

institution to travel to Mystic Seaport.

The submitter of the successful proposal(s) will have the general responsibilities of any project Manager-- to ensure that funds are spent according to the approved budget, and to prepare a 1-2 page narrative project report at the conclusion of the project, which the Advancement Office may forward to the donor. Funds are available to fund one or more projects (total funding for the Fellowship Program not to exceed $8,500).

Each proposal must contain:

- Project Title

- Title Page including name and signature of staff member, department director, and vice president sponsoring the proposal. Proposals from DDs or VPs must be signed by Steve White or Susan Funk.

- Project Abstract (1-2 page maximum) including goals and intended outcomes of the project, description of the resources to be researched, and names of colleagues for consultation.

- A letter of support from the foreign institution.

- Project Budget indicating proposed budget period and detailed breakdown of expenses not to exceed $8,500 per project.

- Proposed Exchange timeframe and schedule.

- Resume of the proposed visiting Museum professional participant.

Due date is January 31, 2017. Proposals should be submitted to Jeanne Gade, Director of HR, for transmittal to Mallory Fellowship Selection Committee for review. Late submissions will not be accepted. Proposal Evaluation and Selection:

Proposals will be evaluated by the Selection Committee on a number of different criteria, particularly the relationship of proposed activities to the advancement of Mystic Seaport’s mission and strategic initiatives. The Selection Committee consists of 5 staff members, including past Mallory Fellowship recipients. The top 3 proposals may be shared with the donors for their involvement and input prior to making the final selection. Selections will be announced by early February 2017.

PUBLIC PROGRAM PROJECT MANAGER

I am pleased to announce that Arlene Marcionette has accepted the position of Public Programs Program Manager, effective January 9. Arlene joined Mystic Seaport in 2013. Arlene brings a depth of experience in creation and implementation of programs and events. Her broad experience, from NY Fashion Week to the Morgan’s 38th Voyage and Mystic Seaport galas, provides a strong foundation for this new position. Please join me in congratulating Arlene on this new position.

-Susan Funk

MYSTIC SEAPORT FOR EDUCATORS

RECENT UPDATES

We have recently updated the Mystic Seaport for Educators website to include some new items:

· SeaChange Resource Set: There are short artifact articles for each of the artifacts in SeaChange. Remember that the lighter blue words in the text expand to give you more information if you click on them and, lots more related info can be found in each artifact’s sidebar including recommended readings, classroom ideas, special worksheets, conservation reports, etc.

· “Science of the 38th Voyage of the Charles W. Morgan:” Six 45-minute lesson plans for grades 5-8, focused on the science projects done during the 38th Voyage. Lessons were written by Alexandra McInturf (Williams-Mystic Alum) and Dr. Lisa Gilbert of Williams-Mystic. Lessons include: “Storm-Tracking Science,” “Where are the Whales?,” “The Whale Pump,” “Water Transparency and Whales,” “Eavesdropping on Echolocation,” and “North Atlantic Aliens.”

· “Animals in Sea History:” This is a collection of over thirty 2-page articles and illustrations about maritime animals, by Dr. Rich King. The articles were originally created for Sea History magazine. Browse through to find great information on everything from the Grampus to the Great Auk! Thank you to Rich and to Sea History Magazine for sharing this information with us.

· Various new Artifact Articles and Living Documents: Some include “Messing About in Boats,” Luis Norris Wilcox Letter, Red Coral Necklace, Concertina, Captain William Evans Letter, and many more…

If you are not familiar with the website, it is a collection of short articles and other educational features, created by teachers and professors, museum teachers, volunteers, and occasionally interns. We are a very small team, proofreading, fact-checking, and entering the data. We do our best, but if you ever run into any mistakes or problems on the website, please feel free to contact us and let us know. In addition, if you know something more about an artifact or document on the site, or have an idea, we’d love to know! We always appreciate input from staff and teachers and try to incorporate it as quickly as possible. -Krystal Rose & Laura Nadelberg

SPOUTERS TAVERN HOURS

Reminder: Spouters Tavern is OPEN next week Monday, December 26th, thru Saturday, December 31st, and will be CLOSED Sunday, January 1st.

EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

As part of our review of the safety/emergency policies at the Museum we have looked into the various

methods of emergency notification in use at other public places. As a result we have identified an

internet based mass calling service, like the ones used by many school systems, as one of the methods

we plan to use to alert staff in case of an on the grounds emergency. This system uses a list of phone

numbers provided by the Museum to send out text or voice messages to your cell phone. We are

beginning the process of collecting staff phone numbers to upload to the system.

This is the Museum’s primary form of communication and encourage all staff members to participate for

timely communication in the case of a storm or other emergency. If you would like your cell phone

number to be added to the list please email or call Kristen Deveau x5346

([email protected]) with the information.

If you are not on the list: Volunteers will continue to be notified by their department supervisor

regarding any scheduling changes or closures.

As usual, the web site will have updated information as well.

-Mark Dulin

SAVE THE DATE

The Maritime Gallery will be hosting the 2nd Annual Staff/Volunteer Art Show in early March again (exact dates to be determined) with a drop off deadline at the end of February. So, to all artists, start thinking about and working on your entries!

Happy holidays to everyone from Rieta, Monique and Kira at the Maritime Gallery!

YEAR-END REMINDERS

The calendar and fiscal year-end is approaching and Finance needs your travel expense forms and petty cash reimbursement requests to close out the year properly. If you have any expenses related to the period from 5/1/16 through 12/31/16 that have not yet been submitted, please make sure Finance has them in hand no later than Friday, 1/13/17. Anything submitted after that date cannot be reimbursed.

For those of you who handle Museum receipts of cash and checks, these must be to the bank as close to 12/31/16 as possible. Do not hold on to them. Receipts received on or by 12/29/16, must go to Finance by Friday, 12/30/16. Any receipts from 12/30 or 12/31/16, must be given to Finance no later than Tuesday, 1/3/16.

If you have any questions about this, feel free to contact the Finance Department. -Isabella Zagare

VOLUNTEER THANK YOU AND A REMINDER Dear Volunteers, Many thanks for all of your efforts this year! As we wrap up 2016, please be sure to submit any outstanding volunteer hours to Susan O'Donnell by January 15th, 2017 so that we can have an accurate tally of year-end totals of volunteer hours worked during 2016. We appreciate all you do! Susan O’Donnell

FIRST THURSDAY Our next First Thursday is scheduled for January 5th, 2017. Elysa Engelman, Director of Exhibits, will present on the new “SeaChange” exhibit that opened in the Thompson Exhibition Building on December 10, 2016. Elysa will begin her presentation in the Masin Room with an overview of the exhibit goals and concept, followed by a walking tour of the exhibit in the Collins Gallery and an opportunity to ask questions. EveAnne Stouch & Susan O'Donnell

THIS WEEK FROM THE OPERATIONS COMMITTEE

Saturday December 24, 2016 Christmas Eve Museum Closed No scheduled groups No scheduled Events Sunday December 25, 2016 Christmas Day Museum Closed No scheduled groups No scheduled Events Other Items Discussed: · Reviewed this past weekend’s events including Lantern Light Tours and Community Carol Sing · Discussed the future of the map in the VRC and changes to elements in the Spring Map & Guide · Reviewed a few suggestions for improving our guests experience in Sea Change including positioning the angle of the mirror under the Sea Turtle Cradle. · Discussed the Holiday Magic events from Monday December 26th- Sunday Jan 1

DUTY OFFICER/ WATCH CAPTAIN/ SHIPYARD

Friday, December 23 Saturday & Sunday, December

24 & 25 CLOSED

Monday, December 26

Security: Gary Doerfler, x5310 Security: DEC 24 – Gary Doerfler, x5310 DEC 25 - Diane Alley, x5310

Security: Diane Alley, x5310

Watch Captain: Denise Kegler, radio

Watch Captain: Watch Captain: Rachel Thomas-Shapiro

Shipyard: Gary Beebe, x 5341 Shipyard: Shipyard: Gary Beebe, x5341

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Shipwrights Rigger Yachts on Exhibit Coordinator Advancement Administrative Manager Custodian (Part-time) Advancement Associate – Grants and Foundations (Part-time) Museum Educator (Part-time) To view job listings and learn how to apply, please visit the Mystic Seaport website.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Approximately 6AM as the full moon set last week –

Photo by Andy Price