Heritage and Hulls: From A Carved Model to the Lofting Floor

Dates: February 19th - 23rd, 6-9pm

Class led by National Heritage Fellow and Master Shipwright Harold Burnham and EHSSM Executive Director KD Montgomery

Course Highlights:

Join us for an immersive 5-day course that demystifies the intricate process of ship design. Guided by Master Shipwright Harold Burnham and EHSSM Executive Director KD Montgomery, we'll break down the complexities of the traditional Essex design process, making it accessible to all participants.

You'll delve into the art of half hull carving, creating your own working model of the Sylvina W. Beal.

Then, you'll have the unique opportunity to lift the lines off your model, bridging the gap between theory and practice, while relating every step back to the lofting floor.

This hands-on experience provides a profound understanding of the design process.

Best of all, you'll take home your half model, a lasting connection to the knowledge and skills gained during the workshop and a tangible memento of your journey into lofting and design.

Explore history, heritage, and the art of shipbuilding while securing your spot in a tradition that spans centuries

Preserving Maritime Heritage:

By taking part in this course, you contribute to the ongoing mission of preserving and celebrating Essex's maritime heritage. The SYLVINA W. BEAL, with its rich historical significance, serves as an engaging subject for this unique educational experience.

Course Details:

Tuition: $950 

Class Fees: $250

Materials: $150

Half Model: Each student will carve their half model during the course and take it home at the end. This model will serve as a tangible connection to the knowledge and skills gained during the workshop.

EHSSM Members enjoy $100 off of tuition.

Total Cost for EHSSM Members: $1250

Total Cost for Non-Members: $1350

Join us and enjoy the benefits of EHSSM membership, including a $100 discount on this exceptional learning experience. Secure your spot now and become part of a tradition that spans centuries.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to learn from a National Heritage Fellow and EHSSM's dedicated Executive Director. Enroll in the workshop today and be part of history in the making as you learn the art of ship lofting and interpretation, crafting your own half model to take home.

Limited spaces available; secure your spot now and become part of a tradition that spans centuries.

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