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Revisiting Arlington’s Cultural Heights: The Creative Communities of Crescent Hill & Arlington Heights in the Early 20th Century

Old Schwamb Mill 17 Mill Lane, Arlington, MA, United States

In the late nineteenth century the two hills on either side of Arlington's Mill Brook attracted a steady stream of artists, writers, journalists and visionaries. You'll meet a few of these "creative influencers" and learn their colorful backstories in this presentation by authors Sarah Burks, Doreen Stevens and Aimee Taberner.   This program is offered […]

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Cellar Hole Tour

Ashburnham State Forest Stowell & Old Pierce Roads, Ashburnham, MA, United States

Join the Ashburnham Historical Society for a walking tour through Ashburnham State Forest. Explore where an entire village once existed, as evidenced by numerous cellar holes. This program is offered by the Ashburnham Historical Society as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities […]

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The Nashua River: Earliest Times

Thayer Memorial Library 717 Main St, Lancaster, MA, United States

Join the Lancaster Historical Society for a presentation on the Nashua River put on by the Nashua River Watershed Association. Attendees will learn about the history of the Nashua from earliest  times when used by indigenous peoples, through the days of harnessing the river for mill power with resulting pollution, to successful clean-up efforts, and, […]

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Harvard Shaker Desk & Stories

Harvard Historical Society 215 Still River Road, Harvard, MA, United States

Visit the Harvard Historical Society in the historic Still River Baptist Church building as we examine a newly arrived Shaker Desk on loan to the HHS, listen to the stories of two Harvard Shakers, and discuss the Shakers with our experts.   This program is offered by the Harvard Historical Society as part of the […]

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The Olympic Bell

Old Frog Pond Farm & Studio 38 Eldridge Rd, Harvard, MA, United States

Since 2016, artist and inventor Paul Matisse’s interactive sculpture, the Olympic Bell, originally created for the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece, has been installed at Old Frog Pond Farm & Studio in Harvard, Massachusetts. Old Frog Pond Farm invites the public to come and meet Matisse and hear him talk about the bell. Visitors will […]

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Sculpture + Architecture Walking Tour: Cyrus Dallin & Arlington Center

Cyrus Dallin Art Museum 611 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Join us for a one-our guided walking tour of Arlington Center! Experience the masterful public works created by the celebrated American sculptor, Cyrus Dallin, for his adopted hometown of Arlington, Massachusetts. Learn the stories behind notable memorials and historic buildings, including the Uncle Sam Memorial Statue (1976), Soldiers & Sailors Monument (1887), and the art […]

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Pepperell Veteran Flag Placement

Prudence Wright Chapter House (DAR Building) 1 Park Street, Pepperell, MA, United States

Help us remember our heroes by taking part in observing Memorial Day on May 28, 2022 in Pepperell! The Prudence Wright Chapter House (DAR Building) will open its doors at 8:00 am for coffee, hot chocolate, and munchkins. The program will start at 9:00 am. Attendees can hear a presentation from Purple Heart recipient and […]

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Rauscher Farm’s Pollinator Meadow

Rauscher Farm 29 Clamshell Road, Clinton

Help launch Rauscher Farm's native pollinator meadow project! Meet Professor Robert Gegear, a recognized expert who conducts ongoing research into pollinator-plant interactions at his Gegear Lab at UMASS Dartmouth. Come prepared to help install native plants in Rauscher Farm's initial pollinator meadow site. Hear how orchestrated pollination systems increase diversity and support those pollinator species […]

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Storytime Walk: A River Ran Wild

John Tinker Trail Nod Rd, Groton, MA, United States

Learn about the story of the Nashua River and go for a walk along the River. We will read Lynne Cherry's A River Ran Wild picture book about the Nashua River, its natural beauty, industrial impact, and successful restoration efforts. Afterward, we will hike on the John Tinker Trail along the river and enjoy a […]

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School #8 Open House

Schoolhouse #8 8 Church Street, Shirley, MA, United States

Shirley's School #8 was built in 1848 and housed classes into the early 20th century. Then it was used as a municipal building where community groups could meet. In 1976, the Shirley Historical Society began the project to return the building to its appearance as a schoolhouse. Visitors can now sit at an old fashioned […]

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National Trails Day Hike at Notown Reservoir

Notown Reservoir Trails Mount Elam Road, Leominster, MA, United States

Celebrate National Trails Day on a 3-4 mile guided hike at Notown Reservoir with the Leominster Trail Stewards! Meet at the very end of Mount Elam Road on the Fitchburg/Leominster city line at 9 AM. Parking will be beyond the gate or along the side of the road. These trails are not on the City […]

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Storybook Trail Unveiling: The Spirit of The Wayside Inn

The Wayside Inn 72 Wayside Inn Road, Sudbury, MA, United States

On Saturday, June 4th at 2:00 pm,  will unveil a new Storybook Trail at The Wayside Inn on part of our Innkeeper's Loop system. Sudbury Girl Scout Ambassador Elizabeth Huettig has written an original story based on the history of The Wayside Inn and, working in conjunction with The Wayside Inn Foundation, has created the […]

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