Master Boat Builders of Italy movie was made possible by the contribution made by Monterey Bay Boatworks. It is a standalone movie that has only been shown at exhibits. This movie will be given as a thank you gift to all "Silver Level" and "Gold level" donors.
A media app has been created to document the third generation's activities. It contains a 13 min 34 sec movie titled "Master Boat Builders of Italy" and shows footage of actual boat launches from the 1950s with narration by Raymond Siino. Also included are video clips of Raymond Siino's recollections of Steinbeck's Cannery Row characters and recollections of Boat Works Activities such as the Hovden Cannery Row fire, US Army landing craft, Japanese fishing boats and Fish Hoppers. The app also contains Cannery Row radio interview hosted by local historian/personality Tim Thomas and contains links to other related content. The media app is just out of development and is undergoing product/market testing. If approved it will be added as a thank you gift for "Platinum Level" donors. If unavailable, other thank you gift(s) will be substituted such as a special edition "Monterey Boat Works" coffee table book.
A media app has been created to document the third generation's activities. It contains a 13 min 34 sec movie titled "Master Boat Builders of Italy" and shows footage of actual boat launches from the 1950s with narration by Raymond Siino. Also included are video clips of Raymond Siino's recollections of Steinbeck's Cannery Row characters and recollections of Boat Works Activities such as the Hovden Cannery Row fire, US Army landing craft, Japanese fishing boats and Fish Hoppers. The app also contains Cannery Row radio interview hosted by local historian/personality Tim Thomas and contains links to other related content. The media app is just out of development and is undergoing product/market testing. If approved it will be added as a thank you gift for "Platinum Level" donors. If unavailable, other thank you gift(s) will be substituted such as a special edition "Monterey Boat Works" coffee table book.
The incredible workmanship of the wood boat builders of the 1920s and 1930s is a testament to the General Pershing's sea worthiness. Very rarely do wooden boats maintain their historical integrity in this day and age. To preserve their legacy Monterey Boat Heritage welcomes fundraising partners. A monthly or a generous one-time contribution will be gratefully accepted. All contributions are tax deductible and we will provide a receipt for your taxes.
In 2008, the Monterey Bay Boatworks sponsored an art exhibit at the Monterey Maritime Museum presented by the Siino family highlighting the boats built at the original Monterey Boat Works including the General Pershing, the historical Monterey sardine fishing industry, the boat builders of that era. In 2020 the Monterey Bay Boatworks provided, discounts, support and coordination during the 7 month restoration period. Your sponsorship will help further provide safety equipment, guard rails, engine maintenance, advanced electronics and communications equipment.
Individual Sponsors
Donations of any amount can be made to Monterey Boat Heritage, Inc., the 501(c)3 Nonprofit that Classroom on the Bay functions under. Specific programs will be announced in the near future.
Corporate Sponsors
Donations of any amount will be gladly accepted but corporate sponsors at specific sponsorship levels will be acknowledged with the corporate name on a plaque on the General Pershing. Donations of any amount can be made payable to Monterey Boat Heritage Inc.
Sponsorship Levels
Ray Siino (Silver) $5,000
Frank Siino (Gold) $10,000
Angelo Siino (Platinum) $25,000 and above
Individual Sponsors
Donations of any amount can be made to Monterey Boat Heritage, Inc., the 501(c)3 Nonprofit that Classroom on the Bay functions under. Specific programs will be announced in the near future.
Corporate Sponsors
Donations of any amount will be gladly accepted but corporate sponsors at specific sponsorship levels will be acknowledged with the corporate name on a plaque on the General Pershing. Donations of any amount can be made payable to Monterey Boat Heritage Inc.
Sponsorship Levels
Ray Siino (Silver) $5,000
Frank Siino (Gold) $10,000
Angelo Siino (Platinum) $25,000 and above