The Delaware Maritime Hall of Fame honors those who have given uniquely and generously of skill, energy, heart, and time in building Delaware’s maritime heritage. This event is sponsored by the Overfalls Maritime Museum Foundation (OMMF), an all-volunteer organization that is committed to preserving one of America’s last remaining lightships. An important part of its mission is “to collect, preserve, honor and teach the maritime history of the Delaware Bay and the coastal region.”Annually outstanding inductees into the Delaware Maritime Hall of Fame will be honored for their contribution to Delaware’s maritime heritage.
Since its initial 1631 whaling settlement, Delaware has had an intimate relationship with the sea. Watermen, pilots, lifesavers, navigators, tradesmen, businessmen, and military personnel depend on their proximity to the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean for their life’s work. The Delaware Maritime Hall of Fame will educate future generations about Delaware’s maritime heritage.
Each year, the Delaware Maritime Hall of Fame selects and inducts individuals who meet the criteria and spirit of contribution of Delaware's maritime heritage. In prior years, a total of 25 people have been honored for their contributions and inducted into the Hall.
Eligibility
Nominees must have made a significant impact upon the lives of others.
Their contributions to maritime heritage should have lasting significance.
Distinguished selfless achievements also may be the basis for recognition.
Nominees must be native-born Delawareans or have a strong connection to the state.
If the nominee is deceased, the same requirements apply.
Nomination Process
Persons nominating (nominator) an individual for induction must complete the nomination form and mail it, along with a photograph, to the Delaware Maritime Hall of Fame (DMHOF). Nominators are responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information submitted about the nominee. The completed nomination form must be received by the DMHOF before Thursday, May 31, 2012 to be considered. (click here for the nominiation form)
Prior Year Inductees
2012 Induction Ceremony:
On Saturday, October 13, 2012, a group of inductees will be honored at a banquet at the Lewes Yacht Club in Lewes, Delaware. Maritime Hall of Fame inductees will receive special recognition and their achievements will be highlighted at this event. Tickets are $75 per person and will be available for purchase beginning July, 2012.
Financial Considerations:
For the ceremony sponsorship opportunities at the following levels
please make a check payable to the Overfalls Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization,
and send it to Elaine Simmerman, 418 W. Fourth St., Lewes, DE 19958. You
can also make a sponsorship payment using your credit card or PayPal
account with our secure
online sponsor form.
$10,000 - Platinum Circle (includes 8 tickets) $5,000 - Gold Circle (includes 4 tickets) $3,000 - Silver Circle (includes 2 tickets) $1,000 - Bronze Circle (includes 2 tickets) $500 - Admiral $300 - Captain $150 - Commander $100 - Pilot $ 50 - Sailor