![]() ![]() ![]() How the trip came aboutīorn in 1844, Slocum grew up in Nova Scotia, Canada, and was in Fairhaven just three years, from 1891 through 1893, before moving the Spray to Boston in 1894, Richard said. “He was absolutely in Fairhaven in 1891 even though he changed the story to place his arrival to 1892, which coincided with the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ voyage,” Richard said. Richard researched Slocum for a story he wrote for the tourist office’s website and points out that the date Slocum actually arrived in Fairhaven was different than the date in his book. 'In the end, we lost everything': Mattapoisett Boatyard rebuilding after devastating fire Slocum first stayed with Pierce on Main Street and then lived aboard the Spray after it was launched, according to Chris Richard, director of the Fairhaven Office of Tourism. Slocum truly committed to making Spray seaworthy during his rebuilding project in Fairhaven. ![]()
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