The 39-foot sailboat Golden Rule is sailing the coast of New England during June to alert us to the need for a world without nuclear weapons
In 1958, an intrepid crew of Quaker peace activists sailed the Golden Rule to the South Pacific, to try to “get in the way” of massive nuclear tests the U.S. was planning there. They were arrested in Honolulu, but they left a lasting legacy.
Now, a new crew from Veterans for Peace is using this historic ship to campaign against the madness of nuclear weapons. They will be in Boston June 18-21. Sign up to endorse the trip and to help in various ways.
Sunday June 18
Grand Arrival Ceremony, Fan Pier Marina, 12 noon
Father's Day for Peace Procession.
Celebration, music and speakers, "Christopher Columbus Park" 2pm. Music by Ben Grosscup and Pat Scanlon
Monday, June 19
Tour the boat and meet the crew, Fan Pier Marina, 11am-2pm
Reception and dinner, Community Church of Boston, 5:30 pm
Online program - Film screening, discussion with crew, music by Dean Stevens, 7pm
Tuesday, June 20
WGBH interview, Boston Public Library, 11:30 am
Rally for Nuclear Disarmament Bills, Boston Common steps near Beacon Street, 1:30pm. Music by Toussaint the Liberator and Voices of Hope
Wednesday, June 21
Bon Voyage, Fan Pier, 8am sharp