Christina is the Senior Vice President of Mystic Seaport Museum. Christina shares with us here earliest sailing experiences growing up sailing on Geronimo which belonged to the St. Georges School in Rhode Island. The Geronimo program was one her father developed and those early adventures set Christina up for an educational and life path on and around the water. Prior to her current position, Christina was the director of the New Bedford Whaling Museum and along with her PhD and growing up as a live aboard, she has a wealth of knowledge of the marine environment.
She tells us about the many educational programs and exhibitions available at the Mystic Seaport Museum which involve everything from the preservation of historic vessels to Blue Tech, youth involvement and industry. We also talk a bit about windmills and whales, electric propulsion and when art meets science.
Christina also gives us some insight as to the ecology of the Mystic River and how it’s changed over time.
The Mystic Seaport facility encompasses 40 acres - 20 of which are open to the public - 130 buildings, a waterfront, and some 500 boats. Many boats travel there for maintenance or repairs by their skilled workforce.
Near the end of our talk, we’re joined by Sarah Cahill. Sarah is the director of the education program and we talked a bit about an upcoming surf exhibit.
It’s a fascinating talk and if you would like to learn more about Mystic Seaport Museum membership and ticket options, visit mysticseaport.org
Original podcast music composed for us by Nela Ruiz
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Christina Connett Brophy, PhD - Senior Vice President at Mystic Seaport Museum