The cabinet of curiosities, or Wunderkammer (wonder cabinet) displayed personal collections of specimens, artifacts and oddities beginning in the 17th century. These collections showcased small, yet wondrous worlds and served as precursors to the museum. The Cabinet Of Curiosities Podcast curates a collection of the extraordinary and the mysterious.
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Episode 15 - The Christmas Tree Ship
The tragic tale of the Christmas Tree Ship.
Episode 15 - The Christmas Tree Ship
Painting by artist Eric Forsberg
The tradition and generosity of Captain Santa and The Christmas Tree Ship lives on each year through the efforts of non-profit charity Chicago's Christmas Ship . Chicago's boating community reenacts the arrival of the Rouse Simmons and distributes Christmas trees to deserving families that would not otherwise be able toenjoy a tree during the holiday season.
Captain Schuenemann, center
Elise Schuenemann