In a never before seen adventure into the stories of the unknown, History At Play TM embodies the spirit of international women who risked their lives to defeat Fascism in World War II. World War Women is a suspenseful reliving of the terrors and triumphs of some of our greatest heroines. From organizing the resistance, […]
Join the Westford Historical Society while the sun sets for our first-ever Patriots Day (April 19th) Candlelight Tribute in the Old Division of Fairview Cemetery. In this unique self-guided stroll, you can access the service records of Westford’s Revolutionary War Patriots on your phone or tablet. There will be colonial interpreters to answer your questions […]
Welcome to the Westford Historical Society’s self-guided 45-minute Artist Tour of David P. Christiana’s Sculptures in Westford Center. Start your tour at the Westford Museum and follow the directions to walk, bike, or drive to the next sculpture. The digital guide features a video of the artist’s perspective for each of the five works of […]
Visit the Westford Historical Society & Museum for the show and tell lecture, “Fibers of Life.” Their collection of local artifacts, from clothing and accouterments to linens and household items is typical of many New England towns. However, each one of these objects has its own unique and interesting story to tell. Penny Lacroix, co-chair […]
Spinners from around the region are invited to join us for this traditional end-of-holiday season event. Bring a spindle or wheel, something to share in the silent auction. Snacks to share are also welcome. Doors open at 1 pm. Parking at the museum is limited. Please plan to drop your equipment at the door (we’ll […]
Joseph Cummins: Ten Tea Parties, Patriotic Protests That History Forgot The stories in Ten Tea Parties illuminate the power of Americans banding together as Americans To borrow a copy of the book, contact Linda at director@museum.westford.org We all know the story of the Boston Tea Party, but do you know the history the Philadelphia Tea […]
Join us while the sun sets for our Patriots Day (April 19th) Candlelight Tribute at Westlawn Cemetery. In this unique self-guided stroll, you can access the service records of Westford’s Revolutionary War Patriots on your phone or tablet. There will be colonial interpreters to answer your questions stationed throughout the illuminated cemetery. This triangular burial […]
Step back in time and start your audio tour of historic Westford Center as it was prior to the Civil War. Your tour guides are Kate Hamlin (1847-1937) and Fred Fisher (1855-1941). Enjoy their remembrances of the town they grew up in and your stroll through historic Westford Center. Narrated by: Ellen Harde, Barbara Seavey […]