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Historical Piano Concerts from The Frederick Collection: Olga Vinokur

New Dawn Arts Center 84 Main Street, Ashburnham, MA, United States

Historical Piano Concerts' 38th Spring season presents performances every Sunday in May. The six concerts pay homage to the pianist-composers associated with the Collection's historical original pianos. In May, two recitals devoted to Schubert's late compositions focus special attention on this beloved composer. You'll find detailed information on all events and the instruments at FrederickCollection.org. […]

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Shirley’s Depot Square

Shirley Historical Society Museum 182 Center Road, Shirley, MA, United States

On display is a diorama of Shirley's Depot Square with a working model train and the buildings from 100 years ago. There is also a large collection of photos picturing the railroad and surroundings. The Museum is open for visitors Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. On Saturday, May 11th at […]

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The Pursuit of a Hobby: Model Ship Building

Sawyer House & Barn 676 Main Street, Bolton, MA, United States

On display at the Bolton Historical Society are examples of one Bolton resident's decades-long hobby of model ship building, both scratch and kit built. From the ill-fated Titanic to the Jefferson Davis, an 1853 Baltimore Clipper, these models demonstrate the patience, skills, and eye for detail of the modeler, the late Deborah Kellett. Open every […]

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Half American: A Memorial Day Forum

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

Join Dartmouth College Historian Matthew F. Delmont for a Concord Museum Forum on his award-winning new book Half American: The Heroic Story of African Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad. More than one million Black soldiers served in World War II in segregated units while waging a dual battle against inequality in […]

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Shirley’s Depot Square

Shirley Historical Society Museum 182 Center Road, Shirley, MA, United States

On display is a diorama of Shirley's Depot Square with a working model train and the buildings from 100 years ago. There is also a large collection of photos picturing the railroad and surroundings. The Museum is open for visitors Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. On Saturday, May 11th at […]

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Wild Edibles of Lexington’s Waysides

Lincoln Park Worthen Road, Lexington, MA, United States

Once again, CLC is delighted to have Russ Cohen return for another walk to teach us about wild edible plants! Lexington is home to over 70 species of edible wild plants, both native and non-native, including plants considered to be weedy or invasive. Some are more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. Join Russ […]

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Lancaster History Month: We Were There – Lancaster and the Civil War

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

The Lancaster Town Library was originally a memorial built for Lancaster residents who died during the Civil War. Everyone in town knows the building. Many know little of the people who served and the battles they fought. Thayer Memorial Library Director, Joe Mulé, will discuss Lancaster's involvement in the Civil War. All Lancaster History Month […]

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The Pursuit of a Hobby: Model Ship Building

Sawyer House & Barn 676 Main Street, Bolton, MA, United States

On display at the Bolton Historical Society are examples of one Bolton resident's decades-long hobby of model ship building, both scratch and kit built. From the ill-fated Titanic to the Jefferson Davis, an 1853 Baltimore Clipper, these models demonstrate the patience, skills, and eye for detail of the modeler, the late Deborah Kellett. Open every […]

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Walking with the Ancients: Old-growth Forest

Wachusett Mountain State Reservation 345 Mountain Road, Princeton, MA, United States

Did you know that Wachusett Mountain is home to the only old-growth forest east of the Berkshires? On this walk you will see ancient trees, many over 300 years old and some nearly 400 years old. Meet at the Visitor Center. This program involves a walk of about 3 miles, some of it on steep […]

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Celebrate! Fitchburg’s Historic Preservation

Fitchburg Legislative Building 700 Main Street, Fitchburg, United States

May is Preservation Month! Learn about the importance of historic preservation to Fitchburg's urban revitalization and celebrate ongoing preservation work in the City. Reinvestment in historic resources creates resilient neighborhoods that promote the reuse of existing infrastructure, support areas that are walkable and energy efficient, and enhance community livability.   This program is offered by […]

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Sculpture & Architecture Walking Tour of Arlington Center

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

Art and history enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to join us for a one hour guided walking tour of Arlington Center on Thursday, May 23 at 6:00 p.m. Experience the masterful public works created by the celebrated American sculptor, Cyrus Dallin, for his adopted hometown. Learn the stories behind notable memorials and historic buildings, […]

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Foraging Edibles at your Doorstep

The Gardner Museum 27 Pearl Street, Gardner, MA, United States

Local “Modern Pioneer” Lauren Roy will empower, and educate the audience on living more naturally and in the art of foraging as a way of saving money. More importantly, they will learn that they are capable of providing for their own and their family’s most basic need: food. No matter what is going on in […]

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