Sanibel historical museum adds new video online
The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village recently added a Volunteer Update talk, “The Algiers,” to its Website. Featuring village Board Members Sherry Halleran and Ginny Darby, joined by member Pete Darby, it tells the story of what has been called Sanibel’s first mansion — the Algiers.
The Algiers was actually a Mississippi riverboat purchased in 1959 and refurbished to reside on 25 acres with 1,000 feet of beachfront at what is now Gulfside City Park. It became a lavish luxury residence, but was only lived in for a matter of months as owner Lathrop Brown — who resided in it with his wife, Helen — died unexpectedly. Purchased by the city in 1979, the boat languished until an auction was held, after which its remains were demolished to make way for the Gulfside City Park.
To watch the video, visit www.sanibelmuseum.org and click on “Volunteer Updates” under the “Volunteers” tab at the top of the page.
Volunteer Update talks are typically casual events held in Shore Haven for volunteers and members at the $150 level and above. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lunch and listen to a variety of island icons and others recount important and interesting aspects of Sanibel’s history. This year, the events are being held without a live audience in compliance with CDC guidelines.