Agawam Historical Association Spring Meeting – Abigail Adams: Liberty & Legacy
The public is invited to attend the Spring meeting of the Agawam Historical Association, when Sheryl Faye will portray Abigail Adams in “Abigail Adams – Liberty & Legacy.” Sometimes considered […]
Rox 250: Roxbury Patriots’ Day Reenactment
Experience history. Join us for a day of activities acknowledging Roxbury history and future: William Dawes ride re-enactment, free breakfast, historic talk, and Roxbury Historical Society historic trolley tour!
Evacuation Day
Historian Daniel A. Gagnon will discuss Evacuation Day, when after an 11-month siege, the Continental Army liberated Boston on March 17, 1776, ending the British presence in Massachusetts forever. Daniel […]
Calligraphy that Inspired a Nation: Learn to Write like America’s founders
Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like […]
All About Tea During Early America
How a tiny dry leaf from the other side of the globe worked its way into the cultural identity of a young nation. Join living history interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard as […]
A Revolutionary Soldier’s kit
Join Revolutionary War reenactor Steve Joanis to learn about what 18th century soldiers wore and how the uniform changed over time. After this presentation, you’ll have a better idea of: […]
In Support of the Army: How the Massachusetts Housewives supported the Continental Troops
It is often said that the army marches on its stomach and it’s just as true during the 18th century as it is today. But how was the army supplied […]
A Personal Conversation in Martha Washington’s Bedchamber
Educational Programming delivered in first person (Sandy IS Martha Washington, as if it were 1784): Spend time with Mrs. Washington as she completes dressing for her day in this interactive […]
“Different Ships, Same Boat” … Voices of the American Experiment
Led by Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson and composer Guy Mendilow, this interactive performance uses podcast-like narration and an evocative musical score to explore the multifaceted ways Americans risk, live, […]
250 Years: Music of America – Greater New Bedford Choral Society spring concert on Sunday, May 3rd at 3:30 pm
Join GNBCS for a glorious afternoon of American music in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! This year’s spring concert at the beautiful […]
