50th Anniversary Gala
FRIDAY, JUNE 27 • 5:30 - 10 PM (doors open at 5PM)
For the past 50 years, Owls Head Transportation Museum has used its rare historic collection and hands-on teaching techniques to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Join us for an exciting night as we celebrate our 50th anniversary and unveil our new “Science & Industry Center” which will support our pledge to the community to be an open resource for tomorrow’s leaders, inventors and entrepreneurs!
[ Semi-Formal Attire Encouraged ]
R.S.V.P
Please purchase tickets and make meal selections by June 12. If you would like to add guests, make changes or have any other questions, contact ANNE (207)594-4418, ext 163 or email aweston@ohtm.orgD I N I N G C H O I C E S
Option One
Wood Fired Chuck Roast with Herb Chimichurri
over Maine Grains parmesan polenta & charred local mushrooms
Option Two
Lightly Smoked Atlantic Cod with Kohlrabi Apple Salad
over cauliflower puree & Wanderwood asparagus
Option Three
Wood Fired Local Mushrooms with Herb Chimichurri
over Maine Grains vegan polenta
*Please send any dietary restrictions and allergens you have to ANNE
aweston@ohtm.org or (207)594-4418 ext. 163
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
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A NIGHT TO REMEMBER 〰️
Before entering the event, photo opportunities will be available with a selection of the museum’s historic vehicles. Enjoy a welcome champagne toast and sample some of Maine’s sweet local oysters!
Enter OHTM’s new Science & Industry Center and mingle with fellow enthusiasts, friends, and supporters of the museum. Refreshing cocktails and a large assortment of locally sourced appetizers await you!
Relax to Jim Ciampi’s “Keys to the City” piano entertainment while viewing a large selection of SILENT auction items. Science & Industry Center tours available from OHTM educators and staff.
A seated multi-course dinner (catered by Applecroft) will be kicked off by select guest speakers highlighting OHTM’s celebrated past.
After dinner the 50th Anniversary Gala’s keynote speaker Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) will deliver an inspiring message about the importance of youth STEM programs in support of future tech leaders. FIRST programs currently reach 3.4 million participants in over 110 countries.
Following this presentation you will have the opportunity to bid on select LIVE auction items and pledge your support—all proceeds will support the museum’s education goals.
After the presentation and auction, get ready for the theatrical interactive performance of a dueling piano show. Open bar throughout the evening.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST
and President, DEKA Research & Development Corporation
Dean Kamen is an inventor, an entrepreneur, and a tireless advocate for science and technology. His roles as inventor and advocate are intertwined—his own passion for technology and its practical uses has driven his personal determination to spread the word about technology's virtues and by so doing to change the culture of the United States. For more information about FIRST programs, visit link below.
www.firstinspires.org/aboutContact Information
Contact Information
About the Event
John Bottero, OHTM Executive Director
(207)594-4418. ext 127
jb@ohtm.org
TICKETS
Anne Weston
(207)594-4418 ext 163
aweston@ohtm.org
Sponsorship
John Bottero, OHTM Executive Director
(207)594-4418. ext 127
jb@ohtm.org
Kat Woodworth
(207)594-4418. ext 114
ks@ohtm.org
Owls Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum Street, PO Box 277, Owls Head, ME 04854 • (207)594-4418