Junk King
NOVEMBER 25, 2006 Listen to this Story
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People around eastern Maine call Jerry Blackburn the "Junk King." His yard is piled high with artifacts: skis, windows, bed frames, cars. You name it, he has it. We meet Jerry Blackburn and hear about his life-long dream of creating a museum to house some of the more interesting stuff he has collected over the past 20 years. Independent producer Joshua Gleason shares his story.
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- Music Bridge:
- Note Bleu
- Artist: Medeski Martin and Wood
- CD: Note Bleu: Best of Medeski Martin & Wood (Blue Note)
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From Sioux City, IA, 06/28/2009
I really enjoyed seeing the photos of you.Hope to see you real soon.
From north sioux city, SD, 05/16/2009
Jerry your awesome, always sharing your knowledge. I admire and respect you dearly. Keep up the good work with the museum and all you do. susie
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