The Readin', 'Ritin' & 'Rithmatic segment of Inside Mystic Seaport delves into the many educational opportunities that are available at the Museum.  In this episode, correspondent Suzanne Reardon tells you all about the boatbuilding classes At Mystic Seaport. The John Gardner Boat Shop is named in honor of the boatbuilder, educator and author who founded Mystic Seaport's boatbuilding courses more than 30 years ago. Today, the Boat Shop continues to research, document, replicate and teach the craft of traditional boatbuilding. Learn traditional boatbuilding skills, work on our boats or build something of your own to bring home. We're offering new courses and expanding old favorites, so come to Mystic Seaport today for a John Gardner Boat Shop Course! This clip originally aired in Connecticut as part of a public access program about Mystic Seaport.

In September of 2003, Mystic Seaport held their first Arctic Boat weekend and this year it is back by popular demand. Come visit Mystic Seaport this September 9th and 10th to learn all about this versital type of native watercraft. This two-day event features boat-building (see how a Greenland kayak is built or help build and paddle an Umiak), paddling (learn some of the more than 30 ways to roll your kayak over and back up again, or how to paddle with one of those skinny, traditional paddles) and the history of the sport. Swap stories and boats with others interested in native watercraft or try your hand at shaping a wooden paddle with simple hand tools. Join experts in the skill-sharing sessions both on and off the water to improve your paddle stroke. Watch Qajaq USA members as they demonstrate how capable these boats can be. This clip originally aired in Connecticut during late 2003 as part of a public access program about the Museum called Inside Mystic Seaport.