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  • 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Finland’s President Oskari Tokoi: How he came to live in Fitchburg

    Fitchburg Historical Society 781 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA, United States

    This is a talk about the life of the first president of Finland after the country freed itself from Russian Control. Born 150 years ago on May 15, Oskari Tokoi lived and worked in Finnish communities before coming to Fitchburg, Massachusetts to write and edit at the city's Finnish-language newspaper. This talk about episodes in […]

    Free

  • Neighbors and Partners: Just Policing

    Fitchburg Historical Society 781 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA, United States

    Talk and book signing by authors Edward F. Cronin and Dayna Kendall, on their book: Just Policing, My Journey to Police Reform. This discussion will look at reform and the move toward equity and a community-based approach to policing in the late 1990's and early 2000 in Fitchburg Massachusetts. Cronin is the retired Chief of […]

    Free

  • Monuments and Architectural Treasures on Main Street

    Fitchburg Historical Society 781 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA, United States

    This walking tour in Fitchburg will explore the Upper Common and nearby Monument Park to see the monuments, buildings and artworks that have stood witness in this central Massachusetts industrial and cultural center, from the late 1700's to today. Discover townhouses, institutional and commercial buildings, some over 200 years old...monuments from the Civil War era, […]

    Free

  • 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 […]

    Free

  • John Fitch Headstone Dedication & Historical Society Open House

    Ashby Old Burial Ground Common Road, Ashby, MA, United States

    Dedication of a headstone for John Fitch founder of Fitchburg and Ashby who died penniless and was buried in the paupers section of the old burial ground in Ashby without a marker. Ashby Historical raised funds to obtain a headstone. DATE: Saturday, May 16th TIME: 11 AM - 1 PM LOCATION: Dedication: Old Burial Ground, […]

    Free

  • Declaring Independence: Then & Now – Fitchburg, MA

    Adrian L. Ford Center for Change 18 Fairmount Street, Fitchburg, MA, United States

    Kick off the weekend on Saturday, June 13 at 11:00 AM with the Fitchburg Historical Society and Three Pyramids at the Adrian L. Ford Center for Change (18 Fairmount Street). Presented in collaboration with The Openest Mic and Stratton Players, this performance blends history and contemporary expression. Stay afterward for an open poetry, music, and […]

    Free