All Ages Mini-Golf in the Library
The Friends of the Bigelow Library are once again hosting a short course in the Bigelow Library in Clinton. Friday evening & Saturday mid-day!
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Renaissance Science: Magic and Medicine in Harry Potter’s World
The Bigelow Library will be hosting this exhibit from the National Library of Medicine.
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The Role of the Press in the American Revolution
18th century newspapers and pamphlets were essential to the dissemination of information and were instrumental in fanning the flames of discord on both sides of the revolutionary conflict. However, how did printers get their information? This interactive program, with the added component of 18th century material culture items, focuses on the incredible process of typesetting […]
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All about Tea during Early America
How a tiny dry leaf from the other side of the globe worked its way into the cultural identity of a young nation. Join living history interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard as she prepares a few cups of 18th-century tea with antique teaware and discusses the ways the beverage impacted cultural traditions, global trade, and revolutionary politics […]
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In Support of the Army: How the Massachusetts Housewives supported the Continental Troops
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
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
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
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
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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Women Codebreakers of the Cold War: a presentation & discussion with Jane Healey
Jane Healey's latest historical fiction is The Women of Arlington Hall, a book about the brilliant women (and some men) who worked secretly to decode the Soviet communiques to figure out their code system. Her book is based on extensive research that has only been declassified in the past twenty years, long after the last of […]
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What did a Revolutionary War Soldier Wear?
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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Dress Like a Rebel: What did a Revolutionary Soldier Wear?
Join Revolutionary War reenactors Steve and Bronya Joanis to learn about what 18th century soldiers wore and how the uniforms 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 & why […]
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