George Pope Butler built this rowing skiff at the Reedville Railway about 1960 for a Reedville resident. It was donated to the Museum by its original owner in 2016. Butler skiffs were known for joinery with such close tolerances that it was commonly and accurately said that Butler boats do not leak. He built his skiffs stout to withstand the elements and rough use over the course of their lives, while also making them pleasing to the eye. Over the years this skiff underwent many renovations, including a fiber-glassed transom and bottom to extend its life. Characteristics of a Butler boat include the squared collar at the bow and side seats at the stern. Because this skiff was built before modern glues and fasteners were readily available, it is not unusual that it would bleed rust from the iron nails and pins used in its construction, a feature highlighted in the cutout inside the skiff.