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Mariners. . . your help is needed A successful capital campaign will provide for the continuation of the Seamen’s Church Institute programs and services to mariners.
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a port city, Newport’s past and future are bound to the sea.
The Seamen’s Church Institute is an important componnent of
our community’s history, and a key to preserving Newport’s
unique character for the future. Preserving character does not mean existing without change, however. The Seamen’s Church Institute is currently engaged in a project to modernize its facility and improve its services to mariners. The newly named “Henry H. Anderson, Jr. Library for Mariners” will soon provide a place to read, study, do research and connect to the Internet for visiting seafarers. Upgraded bathrooms, laundry and residential facilities are already in place, and full handicapped accessibility plus new upgrades to the café are planned. |
The SCI must raise a total of $2.5 million to modernize
its historic waterfront home, create an endowment, and prepare for
86 more years of service. This year, the Seamen’s needs your
help. $800,000 has been raised, and $1.7 million more must be found. If you would like to learn more, or to provide assistance, please contact: Superintendent Jack Grant or stop by the Institute
at 18 Market Square, Newport. Visit our Web Site at: www.SeamensNewport.org © 2005 Newport Harbor Guide. All rights reserved. |