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.Links:Website: https://pointeauxbarqueslighthouse.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pointeauxbarquesSubscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 The Great Fire Near the Life Saving Station01:04 Meet the Pointe Aux Barques Maritime Museum Team01:27 History of the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse02:23 Life Saving Station and Its Restoration02:41 Mimi's Journey Back to Michigan03:37 Larry's Involvement with the Lighthouse04:43 The Early Days of the Lighthouse10:16 The U.S. Life Saving Service14:08 Restoration Efforts and Historical Insights15:35 A Glimpse into the Past16:29 Sponsor Break and What's Next17:02 Welcome Back to Total Michigan17:08 The Pointe Aux Barques Maritime Museum17:25 Maintaining the Lighthouse17:46 The Keepers Program18:37 Collaborative Efforts with the County20:04 The Assistant Keeper Program22:13 Membership and Volunteer Programs25:53 The Annual Festival27:21 Restoration Efforts29:57 Connecting with the Museum31:55 Conclusion and Farewell

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