In 1987, Ben and Luanne Russell began dreaming of building a place for children and families on Lake Martin. The dream became a reality in 1990 with the dedication ceremonies of Children's Harbor, a not-for-profit organization. The mission of Children's Harbor is to strengthen the mental health of children who have long-term serious illnesses and their families. This mission is fulfilled through programs of counseling, education, social services and financial assistance. These services are provided at the Family Center at Children's Hospital. Facilities for camping and adventure activities are provided through the beautiful Lake Martin campus. It is designed around a picturesque New England seaside village motif and features the Plymouth Lighthouse and a charming little early American church - Children's Chapel. The lakeside setting is also home to Church in the Pines, Harbor House, Mariners' Adventure Camp, Mariner's Adventure Course, Mariner's Retreat Center, Time Capsule Park, and the Children's Harbor administrative headquarters.