Chicamacomico LSS, both the 1874 structure and the 1911 building are part of a complex that has been lovingly restored by the C. Historical Association. It is open for touring from March - October, and has a wonderful, knowledgable & enthusiastic staff and volunteers who love nothing more than to share their knowledge of all LSS's.
Besides the many exhibits throughout both buildings, they also participate in demonstrations depicting the daily lives of the surfmen. They have several costumed characters who get totally into character. Don't ask them a modern day question and expect a modern day reply. They will respond in character.
Last year, two of these folks, Linda Malloy and James, her now husband, married (for real) IN COSTUME standing on the ramp to the 1874 station.
A beautiful wedding!
If you visit there during open hours, you can't miss the gift shop, managed and "manned" by another lovely lady, Ann Liston who also sometimes dresses in character, and can tell you where to locate each and every remaining LSS structure on the Outer Banks. Don't miss the room dedicated to the women in the lives of the surfmen.
Chicamacomico LSS is in dire need of funding to continue their wonderful educational programs. You can help by becoming a member of the society. Contact them at
chicamacomico@earthlink.net Thanks, Stephen, for sharing these photos!
Judy
Proud Member of Chicamacomico Historical Association
