Ferguson Society Patronage

The Ferguson Society is named for Homer L. Ferguson, President of then Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company during the Museum's formative years. Ferguson, along with the Huntington Family, laid the foundation for the museum as we know it today.

Benefits

Unlimited Free Admission to the Museum for two adults, all children and grandchildren under 21
Recognition on Major Donor Board displayed in the Museum main lobby
Invitation to Behind The Scenes With The Curators
Free reciprocal admission to more than 80 Maritime Museums nationwide
Invitations to members' only opening receptions and events.
Free subscription to the members' magazine, AHOY!
10% discount in The Museum Shop and Compass Café
Eligible for membership in The Bronze Door Society, Friends of the Library and Friends of the Park.
Eight complimentary Guest Passes
Discounts on Educational Programs, Museum sponsored travel, photographic reproductions, library research and Chris Craft Collection research.