Mayflower II Restoration Donation Rewards Donors may choose to receive rewards of historic proportions in exchange for their gift. Please donate by Wednesday, November 30, 2016 to be eligible for your reward. Pledge $10 or more Mayflower Friend Thank you for showing your support for Mayflower II by shouting "ahoy" for all to hear at this level! We'll help you spread the word further by sending a "Float the Boat" wristband for you to wear proudly! Pledge $20 or more Ship Sailor We're always appreciative of a crew member who has many seaworthy skills! This level gets you a Mayflower II pin as well as a Float the Boat wristband! Pledge $25 or more Cabin Boy We've named this level in honor of Mayflower II's original 1957 Cabin Boys: Graham Nunn and Joe Meany. Pledge $25 to get your autographed photo of the entire 1957 Mayflower II crew! Plus + Mayflower Pin + Float The Boat wristband
Pledge $30 or more Mayflower II Rigger Calling all John Howland descendants (ahem, Alec Baldwin)! We know YOU know how important rigging is. John fell over the side of Mayflower in 1620 but held onto the rigging and was rescued... and here you are today. This level gets you a Mayflower hand towel to dry off with as well as a Mayflower mug to fill with something warm and delicious! Pledge $35 or more Second Mate of Mayflower II As a Second Mate, we want you to look snazzy when the repairs are finished and Mayflower II sails back to Plymouth, so we'll send supporters at this level a Mayflower II baseball cap! You can even select your color (Navy, Rose, or Khaki). Looking sharp! Pledge $45 or more First Mate of Mayflower II An important role on the Mayflower Crew! So important in fact, supporters at this level will receive a limited edition "Save Our Ship" T shirt and matching navy grocery tote! Pledge $50 or more Mayflower Messenger (in a bottle!) NEW REWARD JUST ADDED! The Mayflower Messenger level gets you a wonderful glass Mayflower II in a bottle! Display this proudly in your home or office and know that you have played a part in sharing good news from New England! Pledge $55 or more Ship's Surgeon Did you know there was a surgeon on the Mayflower? His name was Giles Heale, and in honor of his care of the ship's passengers and crew, we're offering a three handled, 17th century reproduction drinking cup! Each one is hand crafted at Plimoth Plantation. Pledge $60 or more NEW: Vintage Vanguard! Designed by Cape Cod based graphic artist Vinnie Arnone (Cabo Cado), this limited edition 9x12 print celebrates Mayflower II in the style of vintage travel posters of decades past. Signed and numbered by the artist, only 100 of these vibrant pieces will be printed on 100% recycled, uncoated paper. Don't miss out on a future collector's item! (This print ships unframed.)
Pledge $75 or more Ship's Cook One of the most important jobs on the crew is that of the ship's cook! On any given day at sea you may be doling our rations, soaking salt meat and of course, cooking VAST quantities of food for passengers and crew alike. Supporters at this level will receive an assortment of Mayflower II goodies! A Mayflower mug, a Float the Boat wristband, a copy of our popular cookbook (Giving Thanks) AND a box of our best selling homemade New England fudge! Pledge $75 or more Mayflower II Send-Off: VIP Harbor Cruise Guarantee your seat on an extremely limited Plymouth Harbor Cruise on Captain John Whale Watching Tours to see Mayflower II off for the final time until her triumphant return in 2019! When you board, you ll receive a Save Our Ship grocery tote and a box of our homemade fudge for the voyage. (NOTE: This cruise is scheduled to take November 1, 2016 at 11:00 am, subject to change dependent on weather and tide confirmations or adjustments will be sent via email in advance). Pledge $102 or more Mayflower Passenger - 102! Maybe you'd prefer to be one of the famous Pilgrims who sailed on Mayflower in 1620? Come aboard at this level and have the distinction of being one of only 102 "passengers," and receive a gorgeous Mayflower II cozy throw blanket! Pledge $120 or more Ship's Cabin You'll get rewards for the whole family at this level to sustain you on your journey... a firkin of butter, a cone of sugar, wax candles... Whoops! Sorry, we were reading the 17th century list of suggested items to bring if you plan to travel on Mayflower! For your modern day journeys, we'll send you a sturdy Mayflower tote, a copy of our annual magazine (Plimoth Life), a box of Plimoth Plantation fudge, a beautifully illustrated museum guidebook, and some of our hand dipped wax candles made by our chandler right here at Plimoth Plantation. Enjoy!
Pledge $200 or more Merchant Adventurer Do you love wooden ships? Are you fascinated by the Mayflower II story or are you just curious about how Plimoth Plantation is restoring the ship? Supporters at this level will receive a personal call from a member of the ship's crew to update you on the restoration, as well as a Save Our Ship t shirt and baseball cap! Pledge $230 or more Mayflower Compact Signer Did you know one of the most important events in American history happened on board the Mayflower? The Mayflower Compact is widely believed to have influenced the Constitution of the United States. Donors at this level will have the opportunity to speak to one of the signers of the Compact (by Skype or phone) direct from the 17th century! We'll also send you a copy of the Compact as well as a quill and parchment set so you can add your signature too! Pledge $275 or more Ship Builder This level will really put the wind in your sails! Give at this level and receive an authentic piece of Mayflower II sailcloth. Each piece measures approximately 6" X 8" and is stamped with the official Mayflower II logo. Ready for framing and extremely limited! Pledge $300 or more Square Rig Sailor In 1957, before Mayflower II was launched, a call was put out looking for sailors who had experience sailing square riggers. These rare individuals jumped at the opportunity to take part in what was sure to be a historic journey. Supporters at this level will receive a limited edition handmade Mayflower II plate! We'll also send you some sweet gear to wear around the docks a Mayflower II baseball cap and t shirt! Pledge $350 or more Jack (or Jill!) of All Trades! This level was inspired by YOU the backer! Designed to appeal to the "Jack of all Trades", this level gets you a whole tote bag of fabulous rewards! You'll receive a Mayflower II ship model in a bottle, a lovely Mayflower coffee mug, official Mayflower II cap (your choice of three colors) AND one of our handy Mayflower dishtowels! We'll also throw in a few special extra treats before we ship your reward to you!
Pledge $500 or more North Star Time Traveler Out on the deck on a chilly autumn evening looking for the North star? You'll need your authentic wool sailor's mittens to keep your hands warm. Hand knit at Plimoth Plantation, your new mittens will will be the talk of town! We'll include a matching knit cap AND send along 5 passes to visit Plimoth Plantation as well as a selection of delicious (and educational) treats. Get ready to navigate your way through history! Pledge $1,000 or more Ship Navigator Supporters at this level will really help us chart the course! As a thank you for your visionary support, you'll receive a lifetime membership to Plimoth Plantation! We'll also send you a commemorative piece of wood from Mayflower II's restoration. Limited and unique! Pledge $1,500 or more Sailing Master Give at this level and receive a signed DVD of Ric Burns' documentary "The Pilgrims" (showcasing beautiful footage of Mayflower II under sail) and an authentic piece of Mayflower II sailcloth. Each piece measures approximately 6" X 8" and is stamped with the official Mayflower II logo! Pledge $2,000 or more Quarter Master Support the restoration of Mayflower II and we'll send you a gorgeous canvas tote FULL of Mayflower inspired memorabilia and a commemorative model of Mayflower II mounted on a piece of wood from the ship. AND, expect a personal call from Mayflower II's Captain, Whit Perry, to update you on the restoration progress.
Pledge $5,000 or more Master's Cabin Supporters at this level will have a place of honor in the Master's Cabin! As a thank you for your contribution you will receive: VIP seating for 2 at a 2019 Mayflower II return celebration event A lifetime family membership to Plimoth Plantation A unique, handrafted commemorative piece made from Mayflower II wood Donor recognition on the exhibit wall at Mayflower II for years to come PLUS: DIRECT from the 17th century, expect a call/skype session with "Governor William Bradford" of Plimoth Colony thanking you personally for helping to save Mayflower! Pledge $10,000 Mayflower II Captain As a thank you for your generous contribution and visionary leadership, you will receive: Opportunity to host an intimate private evening dockside reception at Mayflower II for 12 in 2020 or 2021 (certain restrictions apply see the FAQ section for more information)! VIP seating for 2 at Mayflower II's return celebration event (2019) A lifetime family membership to Plimoth Plantation Donor recognition on the exhibit wall at Mayflower II for years to come PLUS: expect a call/skype session with David Thorpe, a member of the original 1957 Mayflower II crew, and learn firsthand about sailing aboard this iconic vessel!