Friday, August 21, 2015
Lane's Cove Fish Shack Fundraiser
The Lane's Cove Fish Shack is not only an important part of
the fishing heritage of Gloucester and Cape Ann, its also a powerful
icon with
continuing importance in the life of the community and all of those who
care
about it. Yet, for the past several years it had been in need of repair
and
restoration, and its future was uncertain. Thankfully, in 2012 a
dedicated
group of energetic and committed volunteers, coordinating with the City
of
Gloucester, rose to the challenge of rebuilding the shack and giving new
life
to a building that is so much more than just a waterfront structure.
Today,
thanks to their efforts and the strong support of those in Lanesville
and
beyond, the revitalized fish shack stands as a symbol of the survival of
commercial fishing and the power of volunteers and the community to get
things
done by working together. Last Saturday this group hosted a fundraiser
featuring
a cookout, live entertainment, tours of the shack and even swimming in
the
cove. Overall, this was a great day for Lanesville and I was happy to
attend
and see so many people celebrating a shack on the cove that means so
much to
those who know it. Posted below are some photos I captured at the event.
For more information about the Lane's Cove Historical Association
please click here:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lanes-Cove-Historical-Association-Inc/1529347493944483
