Morning rain showers did nothing to deter hearty “buccos” and “bucco-ettes” from gathering their share of “bootie” at the Marco Island Historical Museum’s Pirate Day.
There, children from the city’s Camp Mackle, the YMCA’s summer camp, and other youths were treated to a privateer-themed affair where they enjoyed a series of games and crafts. The kids received coins and tickets at each station, which were then taken to the treasure redemption station for prizes.
Held recently on the museum grounds, children at the three-hour-long event attracted were accompanied by camp counselors and other adults, who were also able to tour the museum. Food and beverages were provided by Antonio’s Wood Fired Pizza and The Bean Café Wine and Gifts, both located on Marco.
The games and crafts radiated pirate lore with such names as “Walk the Plank,” “Scuttle Yer Bean Bags,” “Pin Ye Eyepatch” and “Pick Yer Pirate Name.”
“We connect it to Juan Gomez, who lived in the 10,000 Islands and was a pirate and always trying to sell his treasure map,” explained Rebecca Mazeroski, who manages the museum, which is part of the Collier County Museum system. “So, we use that as an opportunity to then talk a little bit about that part of our pioneer history. And it’s just a fun event.”
Pat Rutledge, the Marco Island Historical Society CEO, said about 150 children attended Pirate Day 2024, which included a new feature.
“We're doing something different this year - a free raffle,” said Rutledge. “All the kids get to put a ticket into the treasure box, and then we'll pick a winner for the raffle basket. So that’s kind of fun.”
Enjoyment radiated from the beaming face of six-year-old Jax Cardullo of Marco, who adopted the alter-ego of “Admiral Black Boots” for the event. He cited the Coconut Bowling game as his favorite activity.
“He’s had a great time,” said his mother, Britney Cardullo. “He loved the coins that he got from each station and all the crafts that he put together today.”
For Savannah Bergin of Marco, who’s almost 10, “Pin the Eyepatch” was a hit, an opinion her mother, Lauren, held about Pirate Day itself.
“It's really nice, a great event,” said Lauren Bergin.
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