Official Dedication Ceremony
of the Hooper's Island
Draketail Workboat
Peg Wallace

October 26, 2002

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Acting Museum Director Jeff Holland opened the ceremony and introduced Historian Sherri Marsh (right) who read a summary of her research on the history of the Peg Wallace and similar draketail boats.

Read her summary.

Anne Arundel County Executive Janet Owens (left) presented Mr. Bandy with a citation and State Delegate Richard D'Amato (right) read words of praise for Mr. Bandy's work and generosity as well.

Reverend William Peters (above) offered a blessing for the Peg Wallace and for the people and vessels who make their living on the water and for the memory of those who have done so in the past.

Then it was time to toast the Peg Wallace and sprinkle champagne on her bow (above) for good luck. Pictured at left are Mrs. Owens, Mr. Bandy, Ms. Wallace, and Mr. D'Amato.

Time for just one more champagne toast before those in attendance were treated to short rides in Back Creek aboard the Peg Wallace, courtesy of Capt. Bill O'Gara.

Read the text of the proclamation

Read the text of the citation

Read the text of the plaque

Thank you to all the volunteers who made the reception a success, particularly Diane Wade (left).

And thank you to Reid Bandy, pictured at right with Kimberly, for his generous donation of this historical vessel.