Muskoka Steamship Historical Society

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Muskoka
Steamship
&
Historical
Society
Established 1973
Accomplishments and Ongoing Commitments
- Year round, the Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre tells the story of the
steamships, boatbuilding and resort era in Muskoka and houses and displays
the Society’s significant collection of artifacts and archival material.
- Our ships and the Heritage Centre attract over 60,000 visitors a year. As a
large seasonal employer and operator of an anchor tourism attraction, the
Society is a key economic partner in the Muskoka area.
- R.M.S. Segwun and Wanda III are two of the most successful nautical
restorations in North America.
- Wenonah II is the latest addition to our fleet and is the first ship constructed
in Gravenhurst since 1907.
- Since 2000, the Society has invested over $1Million in capital
improvements in the Ships.
Wenonah II and Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre
- On-going maintenance and operation in accordance with Transport Canada
requirements
- Extensive archives including photo collection and wooden boat registry
- Significant education resource in Muskoka and beyond
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- Small boat restoration projects and various repairs on the Ships and
Heritage Centre are undertaken by the Society members and volunteers at the
Heritage Boatworks.
Wenonah II being built in Gravenhurst - 2002
- The Stewardship Award Program recognizes individuals and groups who
have made a special contribution to the preservation or promotion of
Muskoka’s hertiage.
- Canadian Tourism Commission - R.M.S. Segwun Millionaires Row Cruise
Selected as part of the elite "Signature Experience Collection”. This award
recognizes R.M.S. Segwun's unique and authentic tourism experience which
is of interest to travellers around the world.
Mandated dry docking of ships - at Port Carling
- Steamship & Historical Society of America - Special Recognition Award
Awarded to the R.M.S. Segwun as North America's oldest operating
steamship in celebration of her 125th anniversary.
Please complete this form and send to:
- Muskoka Awards - Best Community Organization
The Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society was recognized for
undertaking projects and programs that have had significant positive impact
on Muskokans.
Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society
275 Steamship Bay Road,
Gravenhurst, ON, P1P 1Z9
- Muskoka Heritage Foundation - Community and Cultural Heritage Award
R.M.S. Segwun was selected to receive this award as a structure showing
sensitivity towards the care of the built environment and in helping to secure
a cultural legacy for future generations.
Phone: 705-687-2115 Fax: 705-687-9408
[email protected]
www.realmuskoka.com
Charity BN/Registration #: 13261 7770 RR 0001
Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre - Front Entrance
Heritage Boatworks - boat workshop
... be a part of our future!
Stewardship Award Recipients
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We keep history alive!
In 1973 the Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society was formed to facilitate the restoration of R.M.S. Segwun. Today, the society
is a not-for-profit registered charitable organization managed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Society owns Royal Mail Ship
Segwun, Wenonah II, and Wanda III, and operates the Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre. The Society funds the operations and
educational programs through membership fees and donations, ships ticket sales, Heritage Centre admissions and venue rental,
fundraising, government grants and donations.
Categories of membership to suit all situations
Junior
$10.00
Single
$52.00
Family(2 adult, 2 minor children)
$63.00
Captain
$200.00
Commodore
$500.00
Friend of the Society
$1000.00
Corporate
$150.00
Additional ways to support/contribute:
R.M.S. Segwun
Members keep us afloat!
You can play a vital role in the life and work of
the Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society
by becoming a member. Help us to tell the story
of the steamships, boat building, and resort era
in Muskoka and ensure that the Muskoka
Steamships continue to sail for future
generations. At the same time you will have
joined a fun and unique organization, have the
satisfaction of preserving history, leave a
continuing legacy for future generations, and be
entitled to say: “That’s my ship - I am a part of
it!”
Wenonah II
Wanda III
Benefits of Membership
Muskoka Boat &
Heritage Centre
Donations: Donations of any size play a vital role in the
work of the Society and are greatly appreciated. Tax
receipts available!
Bequests: You can provide now for a future gift to the
Society by including a bequest provision in your will.
Bequests can be tailored to compliment your financial
goals and support the Society.
Other opportunities for giving:
- Sponsorship of temporary, permanent or travelling exhibits.
- Naming rights to museum spaces
Access to the Society’s
archives & resource library
including antique
boat registry
Voting privileges at Annual
General Meeting
Discounts on
Gift Shop items, Cruises,
and venue rental
Quarterly Newsletter
“The Real Muskoka Story”
- Conservation
- Ongoing Preservation and Improvements for the Ships
For further information on ways to give, please contact:
Cathy Tait - Director of Sales & Fundraising
Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society
[email protected] / 1-866-687-6667
The Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society
is a membership-based not for profit registered
charity whose mission is to preserve, educate,
and promote the traditions of the steamship,
boat building, and resort era in Muskoka.
Member only events
including Annual
Members Cruise
Free Admission to
Muskoka Boat &
Heritage Centre
Volunteering & Fellowship
Muskoka Steamship & Historical Society
275 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst, ON, P1P 1Z9
Phone: 705-687-2115 / Fax: 705-687-9408
www.realmuskoka.com
[email protected]
Charity BN/Registration # 13261 7770 RR 0001