Join the Lancaster Historical Society for a presentation on the Nashua River put on by the Nashua River Watershed Association. Attendees will learn about the history of the Nashua from earliest times when used by indigenous peoples, through the days of harnessing the river for mill power with resulting pollution, to successful clean-up efforts, and, […]
This colorfully illustrated and highly informative lecture will be presented by Heather Lennon, President of the Lancaster Historical Society incorporating material researched by LHS Executive Board member, Karen Silverthorn. About 375 years ago, the nearby Wattaquadock hills provided a gateway for early settlers of the Nashaway Plantation. The "Bay Path" was a trail used by […]
Who were the earliest settlers of what became known as Lancaster, and how did they live? Neolithic artifacts suggest that early peoples of this area were more sophisticated than we modern folk realize. They knew the land well, where to find minerals or other materials, and what they were best used for. Lancaster's public library […]
The Lancaster Town Library was originally a memorial built for Lancaster residents who died during the Civil War. Everyone in town knows the building. Many know little of the people who served and the battles they fought. Thayer Memorial Library Director, Joe Mulé, will discuss Lancaster's involvement in the Civil War. All Lancaster History Month […]
A building in North Lancaster stands alone, slowly deteriorating, but few notice. In its day, this building was very important to a special group of people. The work of these people affects us every day. Find out about places in Lancaster with connections to the Shakers, about their curious lives, and the Shaker inventions that […]
