This week brought an unusual surprise to the Hull Lifesaving Museum. On Monday morning, as staff members arrived to begin their day, they were greeted by two unexpected visitors perched on the ramp – two friendly roosters.

Efforts to locate their owner began immediately. Museum staff made calls to neighbors, hoping the roosters might have escaped accidentally. However, no one seemed to know where they came from, leading to the assumption that they had been abandoned. The Hull Lifesaving Museum then contacted animal control, which worked to identify any possible owners.

In the meantime, the roosters needed names, and the museum drew inspiration from its rich history. The birds were christened Joshua and James, in honor of the legendary lifesaving captain Joshua James, who was stationed at Point Allerton.

During their stay, Joshua and James enjoyed top-notch hospitality. The museum provided them with food, water, and a safe environment. The roosters even got to bask in the festive glow of the museum’s Christmas lights, a display generously created by Wonderly Lights of South Shore.

By Thursday, Joshua and James found their forever home at Three Sisters Homestead in Scituate, where they are sure to thrive.

This charming episode is a reminder of Hull Lifesaving Museum’s enduring motto: “Saving Lives Then, Changing Lives Now.” Whether it’s rescuing those in peril or finding shelter for two wayward roosters, the museum remains dedicated to making a difference in every life it touches.

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