On Saturday, July 13, the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host the annual New England Vintage Boat Auction, an online and in-person event currently accepting donations and consignments.
The annual event, according to NHBM Executive Director Martha Cummings, attracts bidders nationwide. “If you have a vintage wood boat, classic or new fiberglass boat, sailboat, kayak, canoe, or any kind of memorabilia you’d like to donate or sell, this is the event for you,” she said. “This is one of the largest events of its kind in New England.”
Boats and cars at this year’s New England Vintage Boat Auction will be displayed online and at the Nicholas J. Pernokas Recreation Park (The Nick) in Wolfeboro at The Nick for the general public to view on July 11 and 12 from noon to 5:00 p.m. Live bidding begins on Saturday, July 13 at 10:00 a.m. Bidder registration is free. Online bidding begins on Friday, July 5.
Those interested in donating or consigning an item at NHBM’s Annual New England Vintage Boat Auction are encouraged to contact auction@nhbm.org or call (603) 569-4554.
About NHBM
Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM offers dynamic exhibits and engaging events and programs tailored to the diverse boating lifestyles and values of people of all ages. NHBM exhibits, events and programming covers everything from boat charters, boat trips and race boats to canoes, wooden boats, outboard motors, sculling, sailing sunfish, and Lyman and Johnson motors. Some of our hands-on programs take place on Lake Winnipesaukee. NHBM is sponsored in part by Belletetes, Eastern Propane & Oil, Epoxy Floor New England, Goodhue Boat Company, Kingswood Press and Design Studio, KW Coastal, Lake and Mountains, North Water Marine, and Taylor Community.