The year is 1756, the equinox of the golden age of piracy.
It 's been a long and trying twelve months since Blackbeard bid farewell to the rocky coast of Maine, appointing Gumbatz, Governor, before he left, thinking he would return soon.
But a year has passed and Blackbeard has not returned.
The Gov'nr has to make it appear as justice is being served, so the trial of Anne Bonnie and Mary Reed will take place before the visiting magistrate.
The East India Company has taken control of most of the east coast and the remaining free pirates and privateers are convening in Rockland to decide the fate of the northern Maritimes.
Those captains and their respective crews allegedly attending this brethren meeting:
Capt Crudbeard of the Dark Rose
Capt KaLea Anne Black of the Flying Dragon origin unknown
Capt MacLier of the Specter from the shores of Burlington
Capt Latimer from the Mystic Damariscotta
Capt Thighbiter of the HMS Hellion
Capt Pratt of the MIM
Capt Boyle of the Picaroon Princess
Capt Jack of the Little Jack
Capt Ray from the Isle of Monhegan
They meet in secret, at night, during the day, at the tavern, on the green, all making deals, all trying to find something, to learn something, that will give them an edge.
Some believe the Gov'nr is hiding Blackbeard's treasure for him.
Some may even try to find and steal it, for within Blackbeard's treasure lays the eye of Lady Anne, the most beautiful gemstone ever seen.
It is said to be the size of a cannonball and worth a king's ransom.
When the suns rays hit it, it gleams like a beacon in the night. |
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| Wenches, Rogues and privateers alike will be about this weekend all trying to make a deal. All travelers to this place be wary of scallywags, liars and cheats, listen to everything, watch for clues for one never knows when a deal made in secret will go bad and a melee may break out.
Enjoy your stay, learn a little history, savor some food, enjoy your day and remember your experience.
Welcome to Down East Pirate Days. |
Entertainment abounds!
Here are just some of the entertainers that will will see at our festival...
Pirates of the Dark Rose - Cannons, Cutlass Fights and More!
Equinox Theater Company - Country Dancing, Street Performances and Surprises Galore!
Phoenix Swords - Sword Fighting, Puppets Shows, Acting ...and well we just never know.
The Brigands - Music and cannons! Need we say more?
The Bawdy Buccaneers - Unusually Sober Pirates & singing duo with songs for all ages.
Roll & Go - Sea Music From the Coast of Maine
Stories of The Sea (and the bodies of dead mothers in law!) With Lady Kate
Rosalita's Puppets - Sunday only - Experience the unique charm of marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore.
Pirate River Gypsies - Original stories blended with sideshow feats and silliness for shows that are exciting, off the wall and just all around fun.
Harlequin Specter - Gaming area where YOU can learn to throw axes & daggers like a Pirate!
Vendors Demonstrating Their Craft
You may also find demonstrations going on throughout the day at these fine vendors:
The Merry Little Lamb - If there ever was anything you wanted to know about wool.....
Mountain Rogues -
Come find out about various Pirate Captains and period games!
Silverleaf Leather - Leather crafting throughout the day.
Antika Nueva - Wire wrap jewelry demonstrations.
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