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The Colored Museum: Past/Present/Future

The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, United States

In a bold new exhibition at The Umbrella Arts Center in Concord, noted artist and curator Cedric Vise1 Douglas has found inspiration in a provocative work of theater, George C. Wolfe's satirical play, The Colored Museum, to create a visual journey of the Black Past, Present and Future. Offering a diverse array of media, styles and audience engagement experiences, The […]

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Lexington Fairy Homes & Gardens Tour

Munroe Center for the Arts 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

In preparation for the Lexington Fairy Homes and Gardens Tour, you’re invited to a rock and blues band concert in the back field at the Munroe Center for the Arts where families can participate in a fairy house-making workshop. Fairy homes will be scattered across town during the weekend of May 28-29. Visitors will be […]

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Biodiversity Thriving Amidst Glacial Remnants

Wharton Plantation Martins Pond Rd, Groton

Groton comprises an exuberance of glacier-created geologic features as well as an extraordinary biodiversity. This 4-mile hike will lead you to outcrops, eskers, kames, kettle holes and ponds, beaver ponds, a great blue heron rookery, and beautiful woodland scenery. You will learn about the on-the-ground impacts of a 1-2 mile sheet of ice that existed […]

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America at War: Ashby’s Contribution

Old Engine House 846 Main Street, Ashby, MA, United States

Visit the Old Engine House and view an exhibit of photos, ephemera and objects documenting Ashby's men and women who went to war from the Revolution to the Cold War. The exhibit will be self-guided with docents on hand to answer questions. This program is offered by Ashby Historical Society as part of the Hidden […]

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Painted WWI Helmets Exhibit

Fort Devens Museum 94 Jackson Road, 3rd Floor, Devens, MA, United States

Visit the Fort Devens Museum for the opening of its Painted WWI Helmets Exhibit featuring three dozen helmets and other WWI artifacts and memorabilia. Primarily comprised of helmets on loan from a private collector, most of which were painted by soldiers following their service in the war, the exhibit also includes helmets with local ties […]

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The Art & Architecture of the Afterlife

Woodlawn Cemetery 26 Harvard Road, Ayer, MA, United States

Some of the finest historic world-class sculpture and architectural design can be discovered and appreciated here in Ayer. Join Ayer Director of Community & Economic Development, Alan S. Manoian, for a first-time historic walking Tour of Ayer’s Woodlawn Cemetery titled “The Art & Architecture of the Afterlife.”   This program is offered by the Ayer […]

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Tools of the Time: 19th-Century Farm & Woodworking Tools

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

Step back in time for a carpentry demonstration of tools of the 19th century, including the tools of Amos Evans, a joiner who lived and worked in Bolton. On display are 19th-century farming and woodworking tools from the Bolton Historical Society’s collection.   This program is offered by Bolton Historical Society as part of the […]

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Rail Trail Destination – Clinton!

Rauscher Farm 29 Clamshell Road, Clinton

Discover a new section of the Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT) being developed in Clinton. This historic section of the MCRT was purchased by the Town of Clinton with a grant from MassTrails. We will be guided by Frannie Hodge who will talk about future plans for the trail and tunnel. We will walk from […]

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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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