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  • In Support of the Army: How the Massachusetts Housewives supported the Continental Troops

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    It is often said that the army marches on its stomach and it’s just as true during the 18th century as it is today. But how was the army supplied with that food? How was it cooked/processed? And what ways did the food that housewives cooked/processed/preserved in their homes support the Continental Army as it […]

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  • “In Support of the Army”: How the Housewives of Massachusetts Supported the Continental Troops

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    It is often said that the army marches on its stomach and it’s just as true during the 18th century as it is today. But how was the army supplied with that food? How was it cooked/processed? And what ways did the food that housewives cooked/processed/preserved in their homes support the Continental Army as it […]

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  • History of the Construction of the Wachusett Reservoir

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    Take a deep dive into the history of the Wachusett Reservoir! Includes a look at historical photographs, annual reports, and archived scrapbooks showing the engineering marvel of the reservoir system. REGISTRATION REQUESTED:  bigelowlibrary.assabetinteractive.com DATE: Thursday, May 7 TIME: 6 - 7 PM LOCATION: Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut Street, Clinton, MA, 01510   Photo […]

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  • A Personal Conversation in Martha Washington’s Bedchamber

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    Educational Programming delivered in first person (Sandy IS Martha Washington, as if it were 1784): Spend time with Mrs. Washington as she completes dressing for her day in this interactive and informative program. During the time together, Mrs. Washington will share news of her family, and how the current events that her husband is so […]

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  • Wachusett Reservoir Legends and Lore

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    Take a deep dive into the history of the Wachusett Reservoir! Includes a look at historical photographs, annual reports, and archived scrapbooks showing the engineering marvel of the reservoir system. REGISTRATION REQUESTED:  bigelowlibrary.assabetinteractive.com DATE: Thursday, May 14 TIME: 6 - 7 PM LOCATION: Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut Street, Clinton, MA, 01510   Photo […]

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  • What did a Revolutionary War Soldier Wear?

    Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, United States

    Join Revolutionary War reenactor Steve Joanis to learn about what 18th century soldiers wore and how the uniform changed over time. After this presentation, you'll have a better idea of: Revolutionary War soldiers' clothing & how it changed during the war What's in an 18th century soldier's pack What they carried This is the final […]

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