The Bisbee Restoration Museum granted me exclusive access to their ATTIC during my visit in early February 2024. I did not hesitate to explore everything I could! There are so many wonderful items I can hardly wait to show you. I am certain you’ll realize very quickly the vast array of similar things up thereContinue reading “What’s in the ATTIC of the Bisbee Restoration Museum? (Closed to Visitors!)”
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Evolution of Technology & More Bisbee Memorabilia
The Bisbee Restoration Museum has three (or 2.5) storeys of Bisbee, Arizona, memorabilia to share with all visitors. I said 2.5 storeys because there are a first and second floor and a mezzanine between them. It’s 3, if you forget as I did, and call each floor a floor: first floor, second floor, third floor…youContinue reading “Evolution of Technology & More Bisbee Memorabilia”
Bisbee Restoration Museum: Fancy Dresses & LOTS MORE!!
The Bisbee Restoration Museum is an historical society museum. As I wandered from the kitchen through other areas, I was struck by how similar this museum is to all of the historical society museums I have visited, thus far, in Vermont. Here’s a fun and behind-the-scenes fact: as I was filming, I didn’t know myContinue reading “Bisbee Restoration Museum: Fancy Dresses & LOTS MORE!!”
Wedding Gowns, Kitchen Gadgets & More!
The Bisbee Restoration Museum is an historical society museum. I absolutely LOVE this type of place! As I wandered to the kitchen area, I marveled at how many items from my childhood were on display! <heavy sigh> 😳🤣 As you watch my video, you’ll get to hear and see what I mean. 😀 The miningContinue reading “Wedding Gowns, Kitchen Gadgets & More!”
BASEMENT of the Bisbee Restoration Museum!
I had unfettered access to the Bisbee Restoration Museum. And I’d like to thank the volunteers of said museum! Truly appreciated being able to walk around and experience the basement and sharing it with you. So, what is the Bisbee Restoration Museum? Museum Collection: “…Items include apparel, sports memorabilia, historic artifacts, technology, dolls, furniture, andContinue reading “BASEMENT of the Bisbee Restoration Museum!”
HIDDEN BATHROOM!
As I filmed the wonderful Bisbee Restoration Museum, I decided to share with you their hidden staff bathroom. It’s a great spot to take a quiet moment to relax and recalibrate, if needed. It has that beautiful light fixture and mirror. And they are above that gorgeous sink! As I filmed it, I was insideContinue reading “HIDDEN BATHROOM!”
Boston Red Sox’ Ted Williams & “Popsicle Night”
Who was Ted Williams? “Theodore Samuel Williams (August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002) was an American professional baseball player and manager. He played his entire 19-year Major League Baseball (MLB) career, primarily as a left fielder, for the Boston Red Sox from 1939 to 1960; his career was interrupted by military service during WorldContinue reading “Boston Red Sox’ Ted Williams & “Popsicle Night””
Red Right Returning: Nautical Term
“This buoy is a Coast Guard “aid to navigation” (a nautical term for objects in the water that helped mariners navigate) deployed on Lake Champlain in the mid-20th century. It was managed by Coast Guard buoy tender 52302, a boat specifically designed to take care of buoys. Its red color informed sailors on which sideContinue reading “Red Right Returning: Nautical Term”
The Noble Failure: Prohibition in the Champlain Valley
I visited the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum in late September 2023 and filmed this exhibit. The day was hot and humid. Mosquitoes were snacking on my blood all day. That blood must be tasty! Thus, the huffing and puffing you may hear is due to the humidity. Please check out the photos, stories and additionalContinue reading “The Noble Failure: Prohibition in the Champlain Valley”
Philadelphia II Refurbishment: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum
“Philadelphia II In May 1989, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum began construction of a replica of the Philadelphia. To save time, LCMM boatbuilders used modern power tools in conjunction with traditional hand tools, but a period-correct blacksmith shop was built to forge the ironwork, including nearly 9,000 nails. Both natural and synthetic fibers for the riggingContinue reading “Philadelphia II Refurbishment: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum”