(Mystic Seaport, CT)- Bob and Rod Johnstone to be honored by the Mystic Seaport Museum this October 22nd!
Mystic Seaport will present its 2016 America and the Sea Award to Bob
and Rod Johnstone – J/Boats. Given annually by the Museum, the
prestigious award recognizes individuals or organizations whose
contribution to the history, arts, business, or sciences of the sea best
exemplify the American character.The Johnstone’s will receive the award Saturday, October 22, at a gala dinner held in their honor at Mystic Seaport. The gala will be the first and only dinner held in the Collins Family Gallery of the new Thompson Exhibition Building prior to its ongoing use to display exhibits. The
America
and the Sea Award Gala is the single largest fundraising event for the
Museum. Proceeds from the event benefit the mission of the Museum to
inspire an enduring connection to America’s maritime heritage.“Over the past 39 years, the Johnstone family and their company have influenced American yachting and sport of sailing in incomparable ways. They have established a record of accomplishment that few will ever challenge, and they have instilled in countless Americans a passion for enjoying time on the water with family and good friends aboard good boats,” said Steve White, president of Mystic Seaport. “For these reasons and many more, Mystic Seaport is proud to bestow its America and the Sea Award to Bob and Rod Johnstone – J/Boats.”
To purchase tickets or a table, or to inquire about corporate sponsorship or dockage for the event, please contact- advancement@mysticseaport.org or call 860.572.5365. More information on Mystic Museum website here.
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