Exhibits
[San Mateo County History Museum] [Pigeon Point Lighthouse] [Pigeon Point Portals to Our Past] [Oddyssea]
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"SHIPS OF THE WORLD"
San Mateo County History Museum
Redwood City, California
The fourth order Fresnel lens that once lit Point Montara lighthouse gleams once again.
This time, the beacon helps shed light on an exhibit called "Ships of the World" which
highlights local maritime history. An exciting video features JoAnn discussing shipwrecks
from atop the lighthouse bluffs.
Learn More at:
www.historysmc.org
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"FROM WHALE POINT TO PIGEON POINT"
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park
Pescadero, California
Sail back into history by exploring "From Whale Point to Pigeon Point," an exhibit written
and developed by JoAnn. Discover a period when a whaling station, shipping center, and
dog-hole port were part of the local area. Enjoy shipwreck tales, keepers’ stories, and
the iconic first order Fresnel lens on display in the fog signal building.
Learn More at:
www.parks.ca.gov/pigeonpoint
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"PIGEON POINT: PORTALS TO OUR PAST"
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park
Pescadero, California
Explore more moments in time in an exhibit written by JoAnn for Pigeon Point’s old fuel
bunker. Immerse yourself in stories about Pigeon Point’s commercial wharf and early
shipping activities, Portuguese shore whaling station, and earliest inhabitants. Learn
more about family life at the lighthouse, a keeper’s dedication and daily duties, and the
impact of World War II
Learn More at:
www.parks.ca.gov/pigeonpoint
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"ODYSSEY OF THE OCEANE"
Oddyssea Outside Garden
Half Moon Bay, California
Explore the wreck of an old sailing ship. Touch remnants of the ship’s hull and mermaid
figurehead. Delight in the "Odyssey of the Oceane," a story written by JoAnn. Although
fictional, the story is based on historic facts suggested by vessels of the California Gold
Rush era. Journey back to a time we will never see again, except in our imaginations.
Learn More at:
www.oddyssea.com
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