Voyage of Hope - 1620 Rose Parade Float
Follow the journey of our Rose Parade float from initial design to completion. See the incredible work and dedication that went into creating "Voyage of Hope - 1620" for the 2020 Tournament of Roses Parade.
2019-2020 Rose Parade Float Journey
The California Mayflower Society's "Voyage of Hope - 1620" float was a magnificent tribute to the Pilgrims' journey to America. This page documents the entire process from initial concept to the final parade appearance.
From the first design renderings to the final decorating days, witness the incredible craftsmanship and dedication that brought this historical float to life.
From concept to approved design
Approved design rendering showing the Mayflower ship with period-correct details and signage.
Approved July 5, 2019
Special commemorative coin design created for the 2020 Rose Parade float.
2019Television coverage and news features
Making of the "Voyage of Hope - 1620" Float by Goal Productions
December 31, 2019 - "On the Edge of Tomorrow" by Marina Miller
Hal Eisner interviews George Garmany & Marcia Maloney - December 30, 2019
Pre-Parade segment featuring float riders - November 25, 2019
From first meeting to parade day
Initial meeting with CA 2020 Committee and Fiesta Parade Floats. President Tim Estes and CA Mayflower State Governor Marcia Maloney begin planning.
Tim Estes presents the official float design to the State Membership. Junior Member Float Design Contest winners announced.
Madison Grogan (17) - OC Colony
Grace Jensen (9) - Sequoia Colony
Float construction starts with frame building and ship construction at Fiesta Parade Floats facility.
Inspection and first test drive of the completed float structure. Safety checks and final adjustments made.
Volunteers from across California participate in decorating the float with flowers, seeds, and natural materials.
The "Voyage of Hope - 1620" float makes its debut in the 2020 Tournament of Roses Parade, celebrating 400 years since the Mayflower's historic voyage.
Behind the scenes of float creation