Upcoming Episodes

A world war two “pin up” calendar page where shipmates signed and wrote their “last will”.

A fantastic coming of age story of a Scottish Dr. who went on to serve as a ship’s surgeon in the late 1800’s.

One of Sally’s oldest diaries, written in 1792 by Sir Charles Middleton. He had a notable naval career, a deep loving relationship with his wife, and along with his wife, worked with William Wilberforce to abolish the African Slave Trade.

The Seven Gables House; In 1933 a family buys a large Victorian home and its contents which included six hundred books and an 1873 diary.

A 1919 diary written by a young mariner describing his adventures sailing the world aboard a freight steamer. Wise beyond his years, he writes deeply felt entries.

HENRY STUART UPDATE

Henry’s round concrete block hut may be moved in an effort to preserve it and his place in Fairhope history for future generations to appreciate. A group of enthusiastic citizens in Fairhope, Alabama including the owner of the property that was then Henry’s Tolstoy Park, are working to raise the money to move the hut. Local government officials seem to be on board with providing a site and creating a display honoring this incredibly interesting man. Check out our episode #’s 8 and 9 and 40 and 41 to learn all about Henry Stuart. We are thrilled to be a part of this story. Sally has donated Henry’s diary to the Fairhope Museum to add to their collection of Henry Stuart items.