The Waterfront Museum Presents TUG AND BARGE Week, 8/27-8/31

A woman tug captain has teamed with a juggling showboat captain to bring two antique vessels to Brooklyn Bridge Park Friday, August 27t- Wednesday,September 1. "Tug & Barge Week" will feature free public tugboat trips and free barge tours. The Waterfront Museum, housed aboard the 1914 Lehigh Valley Barge No.79, and the 1907 Tugboat Pegasus are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors are encouraged to walk, bike or use mass transit to visit the new dock located in Brooklyn Heights at the foot of Atlantic Avenue behind the new playground.

Brooklyn Bridge Park President Regina Myer said "We're thrilled to welcome the Waterfront Museum and the Tug Pegasus, two beloved Brooklyn attractions, to Brooklyn Bridge for an Inaugural visit. We thank the Conservancy for supporting these great programs and invite families to experience the joys of the harbor aboard these maritime gems."

During the 2009 Quadricentennial Celebrations, Captain Pamela Hepburn and Bargemaster David Sharps visited communities up and down the Hudson River to celebrate Henry Hudson, Samuel DeChamplain and Robert Fulton and their achievements, which enhanced our region through maritime exploration and discovery. This year, they continue to celebrate waterfront improvements and access as they christen Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6 with historic vessels. The Tug & Barge then visit various waterfront communities and festivals, including Cold Spring and Wateford, NY and Mystic Seaport, Connecticut. Working in collaboration with local communities, the traveling tug and barge showcase the great potential of the water highway for public access and opportunities in education, commerce and recreation today.

"Tug & Barge Week" Schedule of Activities

Friday, August 27 "Journey of a Lifetime" Sponsors Cruise*
Saturday, August 28 Barge Dockside Open Hours 1-5 pm
Free Public Tug Trips 1 & 3 pm.
limit 40 people each trip, for reservations email request to info@tugpegasus.org.
Sunday, August 29 Barge Dockside Open Hours 1-5 pm
Free Public Tug Trips
1 & 3 pm ( pending funding)
Monday, August 30 Free Dockside Tug & Barge Tours 1-5 pm
Tuesday, August 31 Community Fundraiser 5-8 pm
$35 admission. refreshments & entertainment provided

* Support these creative programs and experience the "Journey of a Lifetime." Twenty-four "Tug & Barge" patrons are being sought to depart August 27th on a harbor cruise from 5-8 pm. For a tax-deductible contribution of $250, receive an enchanting ride around the NY Harbor aboard the tug or barge and help raise funds to provide 160 free public tug rides. All contributions will help fund these public programs produced in cooperation with Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy and Brooklyn Bridge Park. "Journey of a Lifetime" passengers also receive logo recognition on "Tug & Barge Week" promotional materials and tickets to the August 31 "Tug & Barge" Community Fundraiser. For more information call David at (718) 624-4719 Ext. 11 or email dsharps@waterfrontmuseum.org.