It went well. There were about 85 RSVPs--so many that we exceeded the legal capacity of Peking and had to move to the pier. We had participants from as far away as Norfolk, VA. One of the highlights of the event was that we were encouraged to share our memories of Peking, as well as our songs. Mystic was represented. There were two songs dedicated to Peking and her time at South Street. [I believe they were written for the occasion.]

By the way, no beer but plenty of water and soda were available, courtesy of the museum.

According to the museum director, there will be a $3m net infusion of cash to South Street in addition to the fact that Peking will no longer have to be kept operable. The exhibits and artifacts will stay at South Street.