Historian, author, and returning speaker Mark Bodanza explores the fascinating life of John
Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed, separating historical fact from enduring legend.
Learn how this MA native became a frontier pioneer, environmental visionary, and religious
missionary whose life inspired one of America’s most beloved folk heroes. The presentation will
likely include a Johnny Appleseed re-enactor, and signed copies of Mark’s books will be
available for purchase. He previously presented the museum’s popular program on Women in
Abolition (2023) and returns with another engaging look at an iconic figure from US history.