Inside Michigan’s Historic Lighthouses: Pointe Aux Barques Revealed
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Have you ever wondered about being a lighthouse keeper? Let's find out! Today we talk with Larry Becker and Mimi Herrington from the Pointe aux Barques Maritime Museum.
They discuss the history, restoration efforts, and community involvement in maintaining the lighthouse and the life-saving station in Port Hope, Michigan. The episode also highlights the challenges and triumphs related to preserving the lighthouse and the establishment of the Life Saving Station, emphasizing their roles in maritime history.
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Show Notes:
00:00 The Great Fire Near the Life Saving Station
01:04 Meet the Pointe Aux Barques Maritime Museum Team
01:27 History of the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse
02:23 Life Saving Station and Its Restoration
02:41 Mimi's Journey Back to Michigan
03:37 Larry's Involvement with the Lighthouse
04:43 The Early Days of the Lighthouse
10:16 The U.S. Life Saving Service
14:08 Restoration Efforts and Historical Insights
15:35 A Glimpse into the Past
16:29 Sponsor Break and What's Next
17:02 Welcome Back to Total Michigan
17:08 The Pointe Aux Barques Maritime Museum
17:25 Maintaining the Lighthouse
17:46 The Keepers Program
18:37 Collaborative Efforts with the County
20:04 The Assistant Keeper Program
22:13 Membership and Volunteer Programs
25:53 The Annual Festival
27:21 Restoration Efforts
29:57 Connecting with the Museum
31:55 Conclusion and Farewell
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