QMS Journal
Newburgh, New York: The Cradle of American Speed Skating
Inspired by dropping temperatures and the thin layer of frost on our windows, we decided to take a trip upriver to Newburgh, NY and investigate the so-called “Cradle of American Speed Skating”.
Cappy Amundson: Long Island Legend
An influential painter and infamous man about town, Cappy leaves a long legacy as an artist, a cultural influence, and an all-time salty character.
On the Hunt for Vinyl with David Andrew
We spent an afternoon in Greenpoint tracking down records and catching up with our friend David Andrew, a longtime vinyl collector, DJ, and lover of the longbill.
An Interview With Wit Pimkanchanapong
As part of her recent collaboration with us, Lauren Yates of W'menswear interviewed Wit Pimkanchanapong about his art practice, boat building, and how his life on the water has changed his world view.
W'menswear for Quaker Marine: The Floodplains Collection
We worked with our friends at W’menswear to create the Floodplains Collection, a series of shibori-dyed garments that take our classic Quaker Marine designs and dive a little deeper.
New York City's Playground
We took a trip to Coney Island to enjoy the city’s most classic summer destination
In The Studio With Austin Eddy
We visited painter Austin Eddy's studio, which happens to be in the same Greenpoint, Brooklyn warehouse building as our QMS HQ.
The Far-Flung History of Basque Berets
A deep dive into the history and culture of Basque berets: the original fishing hat.
A Mariner's Lexicon
A brief dive into the most notable and colorful phrases and idioms of New England coastal speech.
Nautical Distancing in Voyageurs National Park
Our fellow Mariner Melinda Nelson tells her tale of her voyage to the Boundary Waters at the northern border of Minnesota.
My Days as a Deckhand on the New York Water Taxi
Reminiscing about running the boats in the underdog fleet of the New York Harbor.