“The area of the mill, since we've owned it, we've always wanted to improve it. It's not convenient or pleasing right now. We want to create a more accessible walking pattern, and it will be much easier and safer to walk (once construction is complete).”
“Howard has given so much to Mystic Seaport. He's so willing to share what he knows with visitors and staff alike. He means so much to the place and so much to what Mystic Seaport is about.”
“In October 2001, the research center opened and has a curatorial office. About 80 percent of the space is storage area and 20 percent is for displays. There is high security, and you must make an appointment with curatorial staff to get in (the building).”
“Encountering a man in 19th century clothing a pipe, he didn't talk, no smoke was coming from his pipe, but he quietly acknowledged the people. The people then brought that to our attention of a staff person on the main deck, and no, there wouldn't be somebody down there at that point.”
