GREAT MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CONCORD, MA
For the past two years, Brian Plumb (Inn historian, author, and member of the Sudbury Ancient Fyfe & Drum Companie) has been gathering historic images of the Wayside Inn from archives and collections across the country. Many of these images have never before been publicly seen and, for the first time ever, have been brought […]
John Adams was a powerhouse politician long before he became president: trial lawyer for soldiers in the Boston Massacre, delegate to the Massachusetts and Continental Congresses, Commissioner to France - he and his wife Abigail made history every day for decades! Join living historians Steve and Hannah Carlson for an interactive presentation bringing John and […]
Saturday, February 21, 2026 10:00 am until 4:30 pm Hartwell Tavern In late January 1776, a “Noble Train,” of artillery commanded by Colonel Henry Knox, arrived outside of Boston. These cannon played a key role in breaking the siege and providing the continental army with their first campaign victory in the war. We invite you […]
Join us for a series of winter lectures at Fruitlands Museum. We’ll be gathering in the Museum cafe to enjoy some hot beverages and lively discussions about the history of the site and its collections. In honor of Black History Month, local historian Jane Sciacca will be giving a talk on the history of enslavement […]
Join us for an Artist Talk with Marsha Wilcox (Ancient Light) and Carl Ristaino (Inspirational Jam) on February 21 at 2 PM in the Black Box Theater. Through their talks, the artists will speak on their process, inspiration, and artistic journeys. RSVP appreciated. About the exhibitions: Ancient Light: Celestial Photography by Marsha Wilcox | The […]
While researching her Revolutionary War ancestor, General John Glover, Jane Woolsey Gropp of Lexington learned about the Marbleheaders, a group of fishermen and sailors from the coastal town of Marblehead who played a crucial role in several key military operations during the war. They were a diverse group, including free African Americans and Native Americans, […]
In early 1776, the young Continental Army colonel Henry Knox moved dozens of heavy cannons and mortars from Lake Champlain to the siege lines around Boston; one of the most famous stories from the Revolutionary War. And like many famous stories, it embodies a fair amount of legend and lore. This talk sorts out what […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee. Playing in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA from Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Previews: Friday, February 27 & Saturday, February 28 | […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee. Playing in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA from Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Previews: Friday, February 27 & Saturday, February 28 | […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee. Playing in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA from Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Previews: Friday, February 27 & Saturday, February 28 | […]
The Westford Museum and Historical Society, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Westford, is pleased to announce the upcoming event, “Affectionate Friends and Humble Servants,” featuring American notable figures Mercy Otis Warren and Martha Washington. Set in the late 18th century, this engaging conversation unfolds between Martha Washington (Sandy Spector) and Mercy […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee. Playing in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA from Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Previews: Friday, February 27 & Saturday, February 28 | […]