“Trench Art” Miniature Aluminum Ship Propeller
Craftsman: Unknown
Catalog #: 2014.16.1
Donor: Dennis Hodgkins
This model ship propeller is about 4-1/2″ in diameter. It was made out of metal taken from downed aircraft during WWII.
Exhibit Type: Boats
1/12 Scale Model Trojan Runabout Wooden Boat
Craftsman: Robert Rattazzi
Catalog #: 2014.12.1
Contributor: Robert Rattazzi Jr.
This 1/12 scale wooden Trojan runabout with Mercury outboard motor was built by Robert Rattazzi, who modeled it after his own full-size Trojan.
1/12 Scale Twin B Fishing Boat
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2022.5.1
Donor: Ellsworth Orr
Ellsworth Orr built this 1/12 scale model of the Twin B fishing boat in honor of the vessel’s original owners, Wallace “Bud” Brown and Wilson “Bogie” Bogan.
1/4 Scale 4-Engine Model Offshore Powerboat Racer
Craftsman: Bob Gregory
Catalog #: 2014.32.1
Contributor: David James
Appropriately named, “Ultimate,” this twin-cockpit boat was built as a concept model by Bob Gregory.
1/6 Scale Gar Wood 33-50 Runabout With V-12 Liberty Engine
Craftsman: Louis Chenot
Catalog #: 2024.2.1
Donor: Louis Chenot
After six years of labor, Louis Chenot completed his scratch-built 1/6 scale Gar Wood 33-50 Runabout with V-12 Liberty marinized aircraft engine.
1/96 Scale USS United States Man-o-War
Craftsman: Francis J. Tepedino
Catalog #: 2014.20.1
Donor: Francis J. Tepedino
This fully rigged 1/96 scale model of the USS United States Man-o-War includes deck and rigging figures.
1799 American Frigate USS Essex
Craftsman: Norman Wuyjens
Catalog #: 2017.3.1
Donor: Norman Wuyjens
This scale model of the 1799 American Frigate, USS Essex was built by Norman Wuytens. The solid wood hull model was built from a Midwest Models kit.
1958 Miss Bardahl Unlimited Hydroplane Racing Boat
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2019.31.1
Donor: Ellsworth Orr
A scratch-built model of the 1958 Miss Bardahl U-40 hydroplane racing boat. The Miss Bardahl U-40 raced for two seasons, 1958 & 1959.
1960 Cruiser (Designed 1939)
Craftsman: William Tompkins
Catalog #: 2014.6.16
Contributor: William Tompkins
This model ship was designed by Bill Tompkins in 1939, but never actually built at full size. He named it, “1960 Cruiser.”
American Scout Cargo Ship Model
Craftsman: Unknown
Catalog #: 2013.11.1
Donor: Joe Martin
The American Scout is a C2 type cargo ship that was built from a 1950s Sterling Models kit by an unknown builder.
Boat in a Bulb
Craftsman: Howard Griffus
Catalog #: 2017.29.1
Donor: Howard Griffus
Howard Griffus, a retired shipwright from San Diego, wanted to see if he could put a tiny boat in an old automotive lightbulb.
Caltex Lumba-Lumba Boat Model
Craftsman: Ellsworth Orr
Catalog #: 2021.16.2
Contributor: Ellsworth Orr
Ellsworth Orr built this scale model of the Caltex Lumba-Lumba boat.
Charles W. Morgan (27-Inch)
Craftsman: Bob Learman
Catalog #: 2019.29.1
Donor: Kim Learman
Bob Learman built a 27-inch kit model of the Charles W. Morgan and then doubled the size of the plans for a larger 51-inch scratch-built model.
Charles W. Morgan (51-Inch)
Craftsman: Bob Learman
Catalog #: 2019.30.1
Donor: Deborah Pinkerton
Bob Learman built a 27-inch kit model of the Charles W. Morgan and then doubled the size of the plans for a large 51-inch scratch-built model.
Chippewa Model Steam Launch
Craftsman: Gordon Wiles
Catalog #: 2016.45.1
Donor: Gordon Wiles
This Chippewa model steam launch is powered by a Stuart 10V 2-cylinder steam engine fed with steam from its own boiler.
Chris-Craft Cobra R/C Model Boat
Craftsman: Daniel "Buzz" Brunkow
Catalog #: 2013.48.8
Contributor: Daniel "Buzz" Brunkow
This is an extremely well-built model of the unusual Chris-Craft Cobra speedboat built in the 1950s.
Fire Bomb Radio-Controlled Hydroplane
Craftsman: John Storoz
Knapp Collection #: 489
Catalog #: 2016.44.4
Contributor: Paul Knapp
This hydroplane was modeled after the 1950s style Gold Cup speed boats, and was completely hand crafted by Mr. Storoz.
Four Handmade Ships in Bottles
Craftsman: Robert “Bob” Johnson
Catalog #: 2019.27.1
Donor: Tam Johnson
Robert “Bob” Johnson (1931–2011) handmade these four ships in bottles, which were built between 1955-2002.
Gondola Steam Yacht
Craftsman: Jim Fish
Catalog #: 2025.2.1
Donor: John Fish
Gondola is a steam-driven excursion launch running on Coniston Water in England’s Lake District. It is owned and operated by Britain’s National Trust, an organization which preserves and manages historical properties in England. Originally built in 1859 by the Furness Railway Company to enhance their tour operations, Gondola was retired from service in 1936. In […]
Half Model Providence River Workboat
Craftsman: Luke Boulware
Catalog #: 2022.2.1
Donor: Brian Burcombe
This Providence River Workboat was actually built as a half model mounted to a piece of polished aluminum.
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