The Gulfport Museum of History is sharing the story behind the creation and legacy of beloved Christmas icon Mr. Bingle.
A beloved Christmas mascot, Mr. Bingle is a holiday snowman who sparks jolly cheer for many who remember him. Gulfport Museum of History Director Betty Shaw said, “People my age and a little older and a little younger, growing up in Gulfport there was only one TV station and that was WDSU Channel 6 New Orleans. So, we knew all about what was happening in New Orleans and Mr. Bingle was an integral part of their Christmas.”
With pearling Blue…