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Houston Maritime Center to Host Unique Collectors' Sale

In an exciting development for art and maritime enthusiasts, the Houston Maritime Center & Museum is set to host a special Collectors' Sale on September 27, 2025. This event will feature an impressive collection of over forty intricately crafted ship models and more than thirty maritime paintings and prints. Additionally, the sale includes a variety of unique artifacts chronicling maritime history from the 18th century to the present.

The Collectors' Sale represents not just an opportunity for collectors to acquire rare items, but also a chance to support the ongoing efforts of the Houston Maritime Center. As the center embarks on its journey into a newly expanded facility at East River Houston, it aims to enhance its narrative surrounding the historical significance of Houston's maritime activities.

Event Highlights

Among the noteworthy items up for bids are remarkable models such as:

• - Frigate Essex (Plank-on-Frame Model)
• - Frigate Philadelphia (Plank-on-Frame Model)
• - S.S. Bohemian (Single-Screw Steamer, circa 1900, measuring 10.7 feet)
• - M.S. Cornelius Maersk (Custom-Contemporary Stand)

The art collection boasts works from renowned artists that encapsulate the maritime spirit, including:

• - Elizabeth Palmer by Samuel F. M. Badger
• - Battle at Sea by Thomas Luny
• - America's Port is Houston by Lou Vest

For those familiar with prestigious maritime institutions such as the Los Angeles Maritime Museum and Mystic Seaport Museum, this unique sale will feel like a homecoming. Each item in this sale not only tells a story but also contributes to the Houston Maritime Center's mission of linking the city's urban environment with its rich maritime heritage.

Details of the Sale

The Collectors' Sale will take place at:

• - Location: 5730 Clinton Drive, Houston, Texas 77020
• - Date and Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Participants can register for the event on the official website, www.houstonmaritime.org/events. This event promises to be a significant occasion for collectors, as well as an enriching experience for anyone interested in maritime history and culture.

Proceeds from the sale will be utilized to bolster the center's exhibitions, educational initiatives, and broader objectives of preserving Houston’s maritime legacy. The Houston Maritime Center & Museum is not just a place for artifacts; it is a gateway to understanding the vital role the maritime industry plays in the fabric of Houston life.

As the museum continues its mission with a growing collection and community involvement, the Collectors' Sale marks a critical step in ensuring that Houston's maritime narrative is celebrated and shared with future generations.

For further inquiries, attendees can contact the museum at [email protected] or call 713-389-5055. This sale promises to be a remarkable gathering for maritime aficionados and casual visitors alike, celebrating the maritime history of Houston and beyond.