BATH — On the afternoon of Sept. 5, 1813, the British brig Boxer and the American brig Enterprise engaged in battle just off Maine’s Pemaquid Point in full view of those on shore. That early American victory would become a rallying point for a fledgling nation at war against a far superior military force in what became known as the War of 1812.
Maine Maritime Museum will commemorate that historic moment in a program from 3 to 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 7 at the Learning Center at Pemaquid Point Lighthouse.
James L. Nelson, an awardwinning author of maritime history books and novels and education coordinator for the museum, will join with popular folk duo Castlebay in a program weaving history, stories and songs that illuminate the events of that fateful day 200 years ago.
Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for museum members and $10 for those 16 and younger. Seating is limited, so early registration is highly recommended. Tickets are available on the Museum’s website at www.MaineMaritimeMuseum.org.
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