ANNUAL REPORT the Skipjack Rosie Parks Was Relaunched at the Annual Oysterfest Celebration on November 2, 2013
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AnnualRELEVANCE | AUTHENTICITY | STEWARDSHIP Report2013 - 2014 Board of A Message from the Board Governors by Richard C. Tilghman, Jr., 2014-2015 Chair 2013-2014 Tom D. Seip, Chair In looking back on the Museum’s most Richard C. Tilghman, Jr., Vice Chair recent fiscal year, it’s easy to understand why James P. Harris, Treasurer members of our Board and other donors join Richard J. Bodorff, Secretary me with enthusiasm over this institution’s Schuyler Benson accomplishments and the bright future Paul Berry that lies ahead. Of note are the Museum’s Harry W. Burton strengthened finances, which position the William B. Carter Museum for some of its most important and William S. Dudley meaningful work yet to be done. David E. Dunn The Museum’s strengthened finances, Dagmar D. P. Gipe as you’ll see in this report, are due to a E. Brooke Harwood, Jr. Christopher A. Havener, Jr. balanced budget, accomplished in most part Francis Hopkinson, Jr. through an increase in earned revenues, Fred Israel reduction of debt, and growth in our Richard J. Johnson endowment. Record attendance at last year’s Peter M. Kreindler OysterFest and Watermen’s Appreciation Frank C. Marshall, Jr. Day, for example, and increases in our boat Patrice Miller donations program helped to boost revenues Geoffrey F. Oxnam over previous years. In addition, our endow- Bruce A. Ragsdale Mitchell B. Reiss ment has grown from increases in planned S. Stevens Sands giving and life memberships, as well as market gains. Lelde Schmitz For many of our visitors and members, the year will be remembered for the relaunch Diane J. Staley of the 1955 skipjack Rosie Parks, which took place on November 2, 2013 as more than Henry H. Stansbury 4,500 spectators watched in awe as she returned home to the Chesapeake’s waters. Benjamin C. Tilghman, Jr. Others may be more excited about the acquisition of the 1920 buyboat Winnie Estelle, Alfred Tyler, 2nd which arrived at the Museum on April 1, 2014—thanks to a generous gift from an President anonymous donor—and has been taking passengers out ever since. Our floating fleet Langley R. Shook wasn’t the only star attraction, as new exhibits also marked the year with Navigating Emeriti Freedom: The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake opening May 11, 2013, and Carvers at the Richard T. Allen Crossroads: Sharing Ideas, Techniques and Styles across the Chesapeake’s Susquehanna Flats Howard S. Freedlander opening April 12, 2014. Both exhibits continue into this year, and thanks to a very Alan R. Griffith generous anonymous donor, four of our main exhibit buildings have new or upgraded Margaret D. Keller HVAC systems. Breene M. Kerr Charles L. Lea, Jr. None of this could be accomplished without the support of people like you, along D. Ted Lewers, MD with the staff, volunteers and leaders of this important institution. Many thanks are Fred C. Meendsen due to our Past President, Langley Shook, who retired this past June, and Immediate John C. North II Past Chairman Tom Seip, who provided great leadership and vision as we moved Sumner Parker through this transitional year. We also owe much to a terrific search committee, who Robert A. Perkins ensured a well-qualified and passionate leader for the institution in Kristen Greenaway, Joseph E. Peters who began her work here in July. James K. Peterson Now, with Kristen at the helm and plans for the Museum’s 50th birthday celebration Norman H. Plummer John J. Roberts in 2015 underway, our aspirations for CBMM are set high. Because of our strength- Henry H. Spire ened financial position, along with the continued support of members, friends, and James E. Thomas donors like you, the Museum has a bright future ahead. Joan Darby West Donald G. Whitcomb 24 2013-2014 ANNUAL REPORT The skipjack Rosie Parks was relaunched at the annual OysterFest celebration on November 2, 2013. Photo courtesy of William Wilhelm. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s HONOR ROLL OF DONORS We extend our deepest gratitude to our donors for gifts received between May 1, 2013 and April 30, 2014. It is only through the generosity of our friends and supporters that the Museum can fulfill its mission and impact lives by igniting a spark of interest and passion for the Chesapeake Bay and its heritage and culture. Gifts of $100 or more are listed below. Every gift, no matter the size, is greatly appreciated. Thank you! Admiral of the Sea Admiral of Joanne & Paul Prager Robert M. 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