sic<\/em>].<\/p>\nThis is just one of hundreds of rescue stories. It is a history that should not be swept away.<\/p>\n
A hundred years after the inception of the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station on the Outer Banks, the Chicamacomico Historical Association was founded with a mission to preserve the historic site and tell its unique story.<\/p>\n
The non-profit organization owns and operates the museum site and raises its own funds. All monies from admission fees, memberships, donations and museum store purchases go toward the preservation, restoration and operation of the Chicamacomico site.<\/p>\n
For the 150th\u00a0anniversary, the organization is planning a big celebration October 11-13 and a #LegacyofLifeSaving activities throughout the year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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