Bounty Anchor Gets A Fresh Coat Of Paint

It is January 15, 1790, and the HMAV Bounty has arrived off the coast of Pitcairn Island. After circumnavigating the island to find safe anchorage, a bay was found on the north side that later was named Bounty Bay. Bounty's anchor slipped under the waves, but the Bounty later ran aground on a rocky reef. By January 23, 1790, the ship was stripped of useful items and supplies, then set off ablaze. One hundred sixty years later, Luis Marden and the crew of the brigantine Yankee found the anchor with help from the islanders after a few weeks of search in February 1957. Bounty's anchor is displayed at the west end of the Public Square.

On the afternoon of October 3, 2025, Deepali Kulkarni, Heidi Mayers, and Paul Dzingarov Chubb came together to restore the Bounty Anchor displayed at the west end of the town square. The team began by carefully chipping away the old and flaking paint, ensuring a clean and smooth surface for a fresh coat of new paint. They then applied new paint, bringing renewed vibrancy to this historic landmark.

This restoration project not only preserved a cherished symbol of local heritage but also highlighted the power of teamwork and dedication. The Bounty Anchor now stands proudly, ready to inspire residents and visitors alike for years to come.