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| Ship caption=J. & E. Riggin image from June 23, 2022 during a sailing tour in Maine. |
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| location= Rockland Harbor, [[Rockland, Maine]] |
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|designated_nrhp_type=[[December 4]], [[1992]]<ref name="nhlsum">{{cite web|url=http://tps.cr.nps.gov/nhl/detail.cfm?ResourceId=2127&ResourceType=Structure |
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The ''Schooner J. & E. Riggin'', a [[National Historic Landmark]], was built on the [[Maurice River]] in [[Dorchester, New Jersey|Dorchester]], [[New Jersey]] in 1927.<ref name="nhlsum"/><ref>While the NHL summary states it was built in 1927, the NRIS system reports it was built in 1886.</ref> Charles Riggin had her built for his [[oyster]] dredging fleet and named her after his sons, Jacob and Edward. They all captained her at one time or another on the [[Delaware Bay]]. She was always known as a quick, light air vessel and her speed was proven in 1929 when she handily won the only official Oyster Dredging Race in the Delaware Bay. She was used for oyster-dredging until the 1940s, when the fishing regulations changed. The Riggin family sold her and she was converted to power to begin fishing for groundfish and mackerel in [[Cape Cod]] and [[Long Island Sound]].{{fact|date=May 2008}} |
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|designated_nrhp_type=4 December 1992<ref name="nhlsum">{{cite web |
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The [[schooner]] '''''J. & E. Riggin''''', a [[National Historic Landmark]], was built on the [[Maurice River]] in [[Dorchester, New Jersey|Dorchester]], [[New Jersey]] in 1927.<ref name="nhlsum"/> She is one of a small number of surviving two-masted schooners, once one of the most common sailing ships in North American waters. Now based in [[Rockland, Maine]], she serves as a "windjammer" offering sailing cruises to tourists. |
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==History== |
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Charles Riggin had her built for his dredging [[oyster schooner]] fleet and named her after his sons, Jacob and Edward. They all captained her at one time or another on the [[Delaware Bay]]. She was always known as a quick, light air vessel and her speed was proven in 1929 when she handily won the only official Oyster Dredging Race in the Delaware Bay. She was used for oyster-dredging until the 1940s, when the fishing regulations changed. The Riggin family sold her and she was converted to power to begin fishing for groundfish and mackerel in [[Cape Cod]] and [[Long Island Sound]].<ref name="nrhpinv2"/> |
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In the early 1970s she was bought by Dave and Sue Allen and converted from a fishing vessel to a passenger carrying vessel which is what she remains. Her engine was removed and cabins added |
In the early 1970s she was bought by Dave and Sue Allen and converted from a fishing vessel to a passenger carrying vessel which is what she remains. Her engine was removed and cabins added below to create space for guests.<ref name="nrhpinv2"/> She is part of the Maine Windjammer fleet, carrying vacationers on 3-, 4- and 6-day sailing trips in [[Penobscot Bay]], Maine. Her homeport is [[Rockland, Maine]] and her sailing grounds range from [[Boothbay Harbor, Maine]] to [[Bar Harbor, Maine]].{{citation needed |date=May 2008}} Much of her deck, underwater planking and frames are original. |
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''J. & E. Riggin'' was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1992.<ref name="nhlsum" /><ref name="nrhpinv2"> |
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It was declared a [[National Historic Landmark]] in 1992.<ref name="nhlsum"/><ref name="nrhpinv2">{{citation|title={{PDFlink|[http://pdfhost.focus.nps.gov/docs/NHLS/Text/91002062.pdf National Register of Historic Places Registration: J. & E. Riggin / Two-masted schooner J. & E. Riggin]|32 KB}}|date=October 31, 1990 |author=James P. Delgado |publisher=National Park Service}} and {{PDFlink|[http://pdfhost.focus.nps.gov/docs/NHLS/Photos/91002062.pdf ''Accompanying photos, exterior and interior, from 19'']|32 KB}}</ref> |
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== Present == |
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|title=National Register of Historic Places Registration: J. & E. Riggin / Two-masted schooner J. & E. Riggin |
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The Riggin is part of the Maine Windjammer fleet, carrying 24 adventure vacationers and [[ecotourist]]s on 3, 4 and 6 day sailing trips in [[Penobscot Bay]], Maine. Her homeport is [[Rockland, Maine]] and her sailing grounds range from [[Boothbay Harbor, Maine]] to [[Bar Harbor, Maine]].{{fact|date=May 2008}} Much of her deck, underwater planking and frames are original. |
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|date=31 October 1990 |
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|authorlink=James P. Delgado |
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She is currently owned by Captains Jon Finger and Anne Mahle.{{fact|date=May 2008}} Captain Finger has had close to 30 years of maritime experience in the windjammer fleet, the Coast Guard and the yachting industry. Captain Mahle is also a chef who's spent time at the Culinary Institute of America. She is a food writer, columnist for the [[Portland Press Herald]] and cookbook author (At Home, At Sea: Recipes from the Maine Windjammer J. & E. Riggin).{{fact|date=May 2008}} |
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== Statistics == |
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The Riggin's sparred length is 120 feet, 89 feet on deck, 23 feet at the beam and draws 7 feet with the centerboard up. She is a bald-headed [[schooner]] with low sides and an elegant spoon bow, using a yawl boat for auxiliary power as one might a small tug boat to maneuver the vessel on and off the dock and when she is becalmed.{{fact|date=May 2008}} |
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== History of the Maine Windjammer Fleet == |
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When the great age of sail was passing and the new steam engines were gaining in popularity, there were still some captains from the steam vessels would see the sailboats with a bone in her teeth and say, "look at her jamming her cargo to windward." This phrase eventually became known as "[[windjammer]]." When sailing vessels at last stopped carrying cargo, they still continued carrying passengers, although on a much smaller scale. The term currently means any large, traditionally-rigged sailing vessel used to carry guest on longer excursions. |
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Frank Swift was the first entrepreneur to look at the what was becoming a decrepit fleet of vessels struggling to make a living in competition with the faster steam vessels and see opportunity. In 1936 he bought his first schooner and by 1939 he had three schooners and a waiting list of "rusticators" who were looking forward to their sailing adventure. The fleet still lives today and sails from [[Camden, Maine|Camden]], [[Rockport, Maine|Rockport]] and [[Rockland, Maine|Rockland]], [[Maine]].{{fact|date=May 2008}} |
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''J. & E. Riggin''{{'}}s sparred length is {{convert|120|ft}}, {{convert|89|ft}} on deck, {{convert|23|ft}} at the beam and draws {{convert|7|ft}} with the centerboard up. She is a bald-headed [[schooner]] with low sides and a spoon bow, using a yawl boat for auxiliary power as one might a small tug boat to maneuver the vessel on and off the dock and when she is becalmed.<ref name="nrhpinv2"/> |
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==See also== |
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Penobscot Bay has been know for centuries for its beauty and bounty. The fishing industry thrived here for decades until over fishing ended many segments of the industry although lobstering is still a thriving business. It's a popular retreat and vacation destination for visitors looking for a pristine and rugged landscape.{{fact|date=May 2008}} |
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* [[List of schooners]] |
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* [[List of National Historic Landmarks in Maine]] |
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* [[National Register of Historic Places in Knox County, Maine]] |
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*[http://www.mainewindjammer.com/ Official web site] |
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Latest revision as of 05:09, 7 August 2023
 J. & E. Riggin image from June 23, 2022 during a sailing tour in Maine.
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| Launched | 1927 |
| General characteristics | |
| Length | 120 ft (37 m) LOA |
| Beam | 23 ft (7.0 m) |
| Draft | 7 ft (2.1 m) (centerboard up) |
J. & E. Riggin (Schooner) | |
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| Location | Rockland Harbor, Rockland, Maine |
| Coordinates | 44°6′26″N 69°6′23″W / 44.10722°N 69.10639°W |
| Built | 1927 |
| Architect | Stowaman's Shipyard |
| NRHP reference No. | 91002062 |
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| Added to NRHP | 4 December 1991[1] |
| Designated NHL | 4 December 1992[2] |
The schooner J. & E. Riggin, a National Historic Landmark, was built on the Maurice River in Dorchester, New Jersey in 1927.[2] She is one of a small number of surviving two-masted schooners, once one of the most common sailing ships in North American waters. Now based in Rockland, Maine, she serves as a "windjammer" offering sailing cruises to tourists.
History
[edit]Charles Riggin had her built for his dredging oyster schooner fleet and named her after his sons, Jacob and Edward. They all captained her at one time or another on the Delaware Bay. She was always known as a quick, light air vessel and her speed was proven in 1929 when she handily won the only official Oyster Dredging Race in the Delaware Bay. She was used for oyster-dredging until the 1940s, when the fishing regulations changed. The Riggin family sold her and she was converted to power to begin fishing for groundfish and mackerel in Cape Cod and Long Island Sound.[3]
In the early 1970s she was bought by Dave and Sue Allen and converted from a fishing vessel to a passenger carrying vessel which is what she remains. Her engine was removed and cabins added below to create space for guests.[3] She is part of the Maine Windjammer fleet, carrying vacationers on 3-, 4- and 6-day sailing trips in Penobscot Bay, Maine. Her homeport is Rockland, Maine and her sailing grounds range from Boothbay Harbor, Maine to Bar Harbor, Maine.[citation needed] Much of her deck, underwater planking and frames are original.
J. & E. Riggin was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1992.[2][3]
Description
[edit]J. & E. Riggin's sparred length is 120 feet (37 m), 89 feet (27 m) on deck, 23 feet (7.0 m) at the beam and draws 7 feet (2.1 m) with the centerboard up. She is a bald-headed schooner with low sides and a spoon bow, using a yawl boat for auxiliary power as one might a small tug boat to maneuver the vessel on and off the dock and when she is becalmed.[3]
See also
[edit]- List of schooners
- List of National Historic Landmarks in Maine
- National Register of Historic Places in Knox County, Maine
References
[edit]- ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. April 15, 2008.
- ^ a b c "J. & E. Riggin (schooner)". National Historic Landmark summary listing. National Park Service. Archived from the original on September 23, 2010. Retrieved May 18, 2008.
- ^ a b c d
Delgado, James P. (October 31, 1990). "National Register of Historic Places Registration: J. & E. Riggin / Two-masted schooner J. & E. Riggin" (pdf). National Park Service. Retrieved September 2, 2012. and
"Accompanying photos, exterior and interior, from 1990" (pdf). Retrieved September 2, 2012.
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