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SUMMARY:Louisa May Alcott Suffrage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Concord Town House to re-enact\, discuss\, and celebrate Louisa May Alcott becoming the first woman of Concord to cast a vote in a Town election! \nThis event is dedicated to the ideals of liberty\, personal agency\, and universal suffrage\, and is free and open to all.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/louisa-may-alcott-suffrage-celebration/
LOCATION:Concord Town House\, 12 Monument Square\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House
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SUMMARY:"History / Her Story / Our Story / Your Story: Four Centuries of Life at Orchard House"
DESCRIPTION:Long before the beloved novel\, Little Women\, was written at a small crescent-shaped desk between two upstairs front windows at Orchard House in 1868\, history was being made here. \nSince the 1650s\, courageous\, empathetic\, forward-thinking individuals lived on this site\, caring for those in need and attempting to change society for the better. Guided tours within the evocative atmosphere of Orchard House will reveal fascinating facets of Alcott “pre-history\,” the enduring legacy of the talented\, progressive Alcott family\, and the impact generations of our stewards and visitors have had. We invite you to join us this year to honor the past\, share your own story\, and inspire the future! \nOrchard House is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 11 AM to 5 PM. \nAll visitors are encouraged to reserve Timed-Entry Admission to guarantee the date and timeslot of their choosing as our tours often sell out. (We do our utmost to accommodate “walk-in” visitors as space allows.) \nTo secure Hidden Treasures complimentary admission through Orchard House’s timed-entry reservation system\, please visit https://louisamayalcottsorchardhouse.ticketspice.com/orchard-house-timed-entry\, and follow the directions below. Should you need technical assistance\, please email onlinetix@louisamayalcott.org. \n1. Click the link above to access Orchard House’s Timed-Entry Reservation System\n2. Select the date in May 2024 that you wish to visit Orchard House\n3. Select the timeslot you prefer\n4. Scroll to the end of the list of ticket categories until you see “Other Discounts & Special Offers”\n5. Click the white circle with a black “+” at the right of the “Other Discounts & Special Offers” header\n6. Scroll to the bottom of the Special Offers list until you see “Hidden Treasures Festival”\n7. Select the number of tickets you wish to reserve\n8. Designate the admission category for each ticket using the check boxes that appear\n9. Enter FWHT24 in the field labeled “Coupon Code” and click the “Apply” button. Your “Total Due” should now equal $0.\n10. Enter your name\, email\, and phone number and click the “Submit” button \n  \nImage courtesy of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House \nThis program is offered by Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/history-her-story-our-story-your-story-four-centuries-of-life-at-orchard-house/
LOCATION:Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House\, 399 Lexington Road\, Concord\, 01742
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Exhibits,Tours
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SUMMARY:“To Touch and Lift the Heart” - The Exuberant Creativity of May Alcott
DESCRIPTION:The artistic talent of [Abba] May Alcott (later Nieriker) is abundantly on display at Orchard House for visitors to appreciate each year — from her fledgling attempts to create within Orchard House itself\, to serious study in Boston\, and eventuating in diligent practice and notable exhibitions in Europe. In honor of the Concord Free Public Library’s Sesquicentennial\, Orchard House will highlight May Alcott’s presence in and influence on Orchard House\, as well as her greater artistic achievements\, through 15 October 2023. \nThe eclectic variety of May’s artwork typically on display will be enhanced by many rarely-seen items that reflect the boldly experimental style of this young\, energetic artist\, providing a truly visceral treat. Be enlightened by\, impressed with\, and astonished at May’s talent\, and come away with a greater appreciation for this gifted artist whose life\, joie de vivre\, and legacy continue to uplift and enrich us. \nOrchard House is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 11 AM to 5 PM. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED: To secure complimentary admission through Orchard House’s timed-entry reservation system\, please visit https://louisamayalcottsorchardhouse.ticketspice.com/orchard-house-timed-entry\, and follow the directions below. Should you need assistance\, please call Orchard House directly at 978.369.4118. \n\nClick the link above to access the Orchard House’s Timed-Entry Reservation System\nSelect the date in May 2023 that you wish to visit Orchard House\nSelect the time that you wish to visit on the date you selected\nScroll to the end of the list of ticket types until you see “Other Discounts & Special Offers”\nClick the white circle with a grey “+” on the right side of the “Other Discounts & Special Offers” block\nScroll to the bottom of the Special Offers list until you see “Hidden Treasures Festival”\nSelect the number of tickets you wish to reserve\nDesignate the admission category for each ticket using the check boxes that appear\nEnter FWHT23 in the field labeled “Coupon Code” and click the “Apply” button. You should now see that the “Total Due” equals $0.\nEnter your name\, email\, and phone number and click the “Submit” button\n\n  \n  \nThis program is offered by Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!  \n  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-touch-and-lift-the-heart-the-exuberant-creativity-of-may-alcott/
LOCATION:Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House\, 399 Lexington Road\, Concord\, 01742
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Exhibits,Tours
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