The museum will proudly honor the owners, builders, and current shipwrights of the historic schooner Mary E as the 2018 Mariner of the Year on the evening of Friday, June 8. Since 2006, the Mariners Award has been presented annually to an individual or organization that has made extraordinary contributions to Maine’s maritime heritage. This ticketed event helps support Mary E and traditional maritime skills.

5:00 – 6:15 pm – Panel Discussion: Historic Vessel Restoration and Mary E

6:15 – 7:00 pm – Cocktail Hour and Silent Auction

7:00 – 8:30 pm – Dinner, Live Auction, and Awards Program

        Master of Ceremonies: Bill Green, WCSH 6

Auctioneer: Ruth Lind of Moxie Auctions, Maine Lic. #1571

8:30 – 10:00 pm – Dancing and Music from Motor Booty Affair

Full event tickets are available for $150 per person, or for dancing and music only (after 8:30 pm) for $25 ($30 at the door)