The Bronze Door Society

The Bronze Door Society, is the premier member-managed adjunct organization of The Mariners' Museum and is an active group of Museum members who gather regularly for lectures, behind-the-scenes tours, and social events in order to:

  • encourage an in-depth understanding of the Museum's collections
  • support the museum's mission and programs by funding acquisition, conservation, management, and exhibition of artifacts and works of art
  • provide educational programs for the community

The society is named for the spectacular set of maritime-themed bronze doors that were commissioned by Museum co-founder, Archer M. Huntington and created in the early 1930's by renowned American sculptor, Herbert C. Adams., specifically for the Museum's original entrance. Learn More

Meet the Bronze Door Society Steering Committee

Becoming a member of the Bronze Door Society provides you access to the following privileges and events:

Member Privileges
Previous Society Events

Upcoming Events

Behind The Scenes Tour
Wednesday, March 24, 2010

On March 24, Bronze Door Society members will tour the new artifact storage area that has been installed in the former library spaces and also tour the maritime art collection. Among the nearly 1,300 paintings in the storage area are works by Robert Salmon, James Buttersworth, Samuel Walters, Fitz H. Lane, Antonio Jacobson, and the Bard brothers. Museum curators and archivists will conduct the tour, and will join the group for refreshments and discussion afterwards. For more information, call the Development Office at (757) 591-7714 or e-mail membership@marinersmuseum.org.

Bronze Door Annual Dinner Meeting
Friday, May 14, 2010

The Big Event of the Bronze Door Year is coming up! Our Annual Meeting and Black Tie Selection Dinner will be held in the Grand Lobby of the Museum on Friday evening, May 14. In this elegant setting at the base of the Lancaster Eagle we’ll view presentations from the Collections Staff, Curators and Archivists as they put forth every effort to one-up their rivals to win the coveted Bronze Door award. The theme will be “The Bronze Door Legacy” and, as an added feature this year, we’ll view the choices of the past twelve membership elections and see the significant contributions our Society has made to further the Museum’s mission.

Mark your calendars today for a lively get-together, great camaraderie and a five-star dinner. Be on hand to cast your vote for the 2010 Bronze Door Collections Award. For more information, call the Development Office at (757) 591-7714 or e-mail membership@marinersmuseum.org.

Behind The Scenes Tour
Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Bronze Door Society members will tour the creative, new Education facilities that are located in the former Museum gift shop. The facility includes three interactive video conferencing (IVC) studios and members will have the opportunity to observe an active IVC program being presented to an off-site group. For more information, call the Development Office at (757) 591-7714 or e-mail membership@marinersmuseum.org.

Bronze Door Society Oyster Roast
Saturday, October 16, 2010
For food, music, and fun by the boatload, join us for the Bronze Door Society’s annual Oyster Roast on the front lawn of The Mariners' Museum. This popular event is open to the public and takes place rain or shine, so come prepared! We hope to see you there!

Bronze Door Society Wreathing of the Lions
Sunday, November 28, 2010

Start the holidays off right with the 5th annual Wreathing of the Lions, a free, family-friendly event that has something for everyone to enjoy. Gather ‘round for kids’ activities and wine and other refreshments as the famous Anna Hyatt Huntington lions at Lion’s Bridge help us usher in the holiday season.
 


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