SSHSA Speaker Series 2026 – Live at the Ship History Center or via Zoom
Join us at the Ship History Center near the airport in Warwick, Rhode Island. These events are open to members, the public, and are also available via Zoom, unless otherwise noted.
- May 21, 2026, Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Presentation begins at 6:30 p.m., Watch Party in person, featuring collections from the Great Lakes at the Ship History Center with light refreshments (we’ll be watching the presentation via Zoom hosted by the World Ship Society, Port of NY). Author Bruce Kopytek presents about his book The D&C Lake Lines & the Fabulous Luxury Liners of the Great Lakes.
- September 12, 2026, Doors open at 10 a.m., Presentation begins at 10:30 a.m., Author Karen Stone presents about her book Shipwreck on the Potomac, Disaster in the Pursuit of Lincoln’s Killer.
- October 24, 2026, Doors open at 10 a.m., Presentation begins at 10:30 a.m., local author and speaker Brian Wallin will present “Ida Lewis: The Legendary Lady Light Keeper of Lime Rock”, highlighting her life and 18 rescues on the anniversary of her death.
- TBA, Best Selling Author, Laurie Gwen Shapiro, will present via Zoom about her book The Stowaway: A Young Man’s Extraordinary Adventure to Antarctica.
- TBA, Author, Shipwreck Hunter and lawyer, Jennifer Sellitti will present about her book The Adriatic Affair: A Maritime Hit-and-Run off the Coast of Nantucket.
Open Houses – Open to Members and the General Public
Join us on June 19, 2026 & October 12, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ET.
Tour our collections and learn about the history of steamships and engine-powered vessels. Explore hundreds of models, photos, maritime artworks, and other artifacts.
- Tour
- Selfie Station with Nautical Props
- Deck Games (games people used to play on ocean liners)
- Coloring station
- Scavenger hunt & more
Watch your emails for details and more events to come!