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SUMMARY:Reframe: Sculpture at the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:ReFrame brings together the work of Adria Arch\, Olivia Baldwin\, Tory Fair\, Anna Kristina Göransson\, and Kate Holcomb Hale\, five artists with deep ties to Arlington whose practices share a restless relationship with sculptural convention. Shown in the Mill’s historic upper rooms\, close to the spaces where frames were crafted by hand\, the work spills across walls and floors\, refusing the categories that would hold it still. \nEach artist will display large-scale pieces alongside smaller works for sale\, with proceeds supporting The Old Schwamb Mill. \nThe exhibition runs September 12 – November 14\, 2026\, with an opening reception on Saturday\, September 26\, 2–3:30 pm\, a panel discussion on Saturday\, October 24\, 2–3 pm\, and a closing reception on Saturday\, November 14.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/reframe-sculpture-at-the-old-schwamb-mill/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T140000
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SUMMARY:“Driven By Abstraction” - Monday Art Collective Closes Summer Exhibition at the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, August 22\, from 2:00–3:30 PM\, visitors are invited to enjoy one last opportunity to experience this vibrant exhibition of contemporary art in the Mill’s historic second-floor galleries. Showcasing painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, collage\, and mixed media\, Driven by Abstraction highlights the creativity and diverse artistic voices of the Monday Art Collective\, a group of Boston-area artists brought together through a shared commitment to experimentation\, collaboration\, and mutual support. \nThe Monday Art Collective is a group of dedicated visual artists\, primarily based in the Boston area\, who have met weekly for the past four years to create art\, exchange ideas\, and support one another’s artistic growth. Originally brought together through workshops led by Cambridge artist Alexandra Sheldon\, the group continued meeting virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic after studio classes could no longer be held in person. What began as a way to combat artistic isolation soon evolved into a lasting creative community. \nOver time\, the Collective’s artistic practices have expanded beyond the collage work that initially connected many of its members. Today\, the group explores a wide range of media\, including painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and mixed media. The exhibition at the Old Schwamb Mill reflects this diversity of approach while highlighting the shared spirit of experimentation\, collaboration\, and encouragement that defines the Collective. \nVisitors to the exhibition will encounter a thoughtful and varied collection of contemporary works created by eight women artists whose practices continue to evolve through dialogue\, friendship\, and mutual inspiration. \nMill Hours: Tuesday and Saturday\, 10 am-4 pm. Open for guided tours of our living history museum; viewing of the exhibition in our second-floor galleries; and sales of our custom-made\, museum quality\, oval and circular picture and mirror frames. Admission is free\, with a suggested donation of $5. \nThe Old Schwamb Mill\,  \n17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476 \n781-643-0554 \nwww.oldschwambmill.org
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/driven-by-abstraction-monday-art-collective-closes-summer-exhibition-at-the-old-schwamb-mill/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Live Music at the Old Schwamb Mill: Tino D’Agostino Trio performs August 13th
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another evening of free live music on the lawn at the Old Schwamb Mill! \nOn Thursday\, August 13\, from 6:30-8:30 PM\, enjoy an outdoor performance by the Tino D’Agostino Trio\, a talented group featuring a lineup of some of Boston’s finest musicians. From seasoned local performers to Berklee College of Music professors and instructors\, the trio brings an exciting mix of musical experience and energy to every performance. \nLed by classically trained French horn player Kristi Scaccia\, the group puts a fresh spin on familiar favorites with a repertoire that spans jazz\, funk\, pop\, fusion\, rock\, swing\, Italian standards\, and more. Whether you’re looking to relax and listen or get up and dance\, there’s something for everyone. \nBring a lawn chair or blanket\, pack a picnic\, and enjoy a summer evening of great music in the historic setting of the Old Schwamb Mill. This concert is free and open to all. Donations are appreciated and help us continue offering free community programs like this throughout the year.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/live-music-at-the-old-schwamb-mill-tino-dagostino-trio-performs-august-13th/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances,Tours,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T140000
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SUMMARY:Intentional Framing at the Harvard Art Museums: Ford Madox Brown’s La Rose de l’Infante
DESCRIPTION:On May 9\, from 2:00–3:30 PM\, the Old Schwamb Mill will host conservationist Allison Jackson for a special talk on historic reproduction framing at the Harvard Art Museums. \nJackson will present her recent conservation project involving Ford Madox Brown’s La Rose de l’Infante (1876)\, focusing on the research\, design decisions\, and technical challenges behind recreating a historically appropriate frame after the loss of the original. The talk will explore Brown’s role as a frame designer\, the use of archival and scholarly sources\, and the significance of framing in restoring context and presence to a work of art. \nThe Old Schwamb Mill is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Mill was built in 1981 as a woodworking workshop. Originally making a variety of wood products\, one of which is still practiced at the Mill today; Oval or round frames. Today’s finely crafted frames are sold to individuals and organizations through out the U.S. and beyond. \nSpace is limited. Seating is available for approximately 45 attendees\, with additional standing room as space allows\, so plan to arrive early! \nDATE: Saturday\, May 9 \nTIME: 2 – 3:30 PM \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \n  \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/intentional-framing-at-the-harvard-art-museums-ford-madox-browns-la-rose-de-linfante/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Talks
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SUMMARY:Lou Jones’ panAFRICAproject Comes to the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject\, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16\, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. \nMore than a decade in the making\, panAFRICAproject is a country-by-country visual documentary that challenges long-standing stereotypes and reframes how Africa is understood in the Western imagination. Rather than focusing on narratives of conflict and poverty\, Jones turns his lens toward the vibrancy\, innovation\, and everyday realities of contemporary African life\, highlighting industry\, education\, healthcare\, sports\, music\, and infrastructure across the continent. The project has grown into an expansive visual archive and educational platform\, exhibited in schools\, galleries\, museums\, and public spaces. With a long-term goal of documenting all 54 African countries\, the project continues to evolve as a celebration of culture\, progress\, and daily life. \nHosting panAFRICAproject at the Old Schwamb Mill places these global stories within a site deeply rooted in craft\, labor\, and community history. As a living industrial museum\, the mill provides a unique setting where photography\, history\, and contemporary dialogue intersect. The exhibition also serves as a community gathering point\, welcoming visitors of all ages. Lou Jones puts together a powerful photography exhibition reimagining how Africa is seen\, and bringing global stories into a historic local space.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lou-jones-panafricaproject-comes-to-the-old-schwamb-mill/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Talks,Tours
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SUMMARY:Lou Jones’ panAFRICAproject Comes to the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject\, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16\, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. \nMore than a decade in the making\, panAFRICAproject is a country-by-country visual documentary that challenges long-standing stereotypes and reframes how Africa is understood in the Western imagination. Rather than focusing on narratives of conflict and poverty\, Jones turns his lens toward the vibrancy\, innovation\, and everyday realities of contemporary African life\, highlighting industry\, education\, healthcare\, sports\, music\, and infrastructure across the continent. The project has grown into an expansive visual archive and educational platform\, exhibited in schools\, galleries\, museums\, and public spaces. With a long-term goal of documenting all 54 African countries\, the project continues to evolve as a celebration of culture\, progress\, and daily life. \nHosting panAFRICAproject at the Old Schwamb Mill places these global stories within a site deeply rooted in craft\, labor\, and community history. As a living industrial museum\, the mill provides a unique setting where photography\, history\, and contemporary dialogue intersect. The exhibition also serves as a community gathering point\, welcoming visitors of all ages. Lou Jones puts together a powerful photography exhibition reimagining how Africa is seen\, and bringing global stories into a historic local space.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lou-jones-panafricaproject-comes-to-the-old-schwamb-mill-2/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Talks
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy \nOpening Reception: Saturday\, December 6\, 2:00 to 3:30 pm \nExhibit runs through Saturday\, March 14\, 2026 \n  \nThe Old Schwamb Mill is reopening its Arlington 250 exhibit\, The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy\, which includes an interactive gallery for families. The exhibit examines the landscape and people of Menotomy and their role in the founding of America. Informative panels answer questions including how prehistoric geological forces created the landscape of Menotomy and how the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks in Arlington Heights influenced the outcome of the American Revolution. The exhibit also identifies some of the people in Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775. \n  \nArlington 250 is a multi-year commemoration\, recognition\, and celebration of our history from its colonial beginnings to the present. A variety of programs at the Mill and other historic sites in the region recount the history we know and some stories previously untold as our ancestors battled for the rights and freedoms of everyone. The “Road” exhibit was originally shown at the Mill from December 2024 through May 2025 and at Arlington Town Hall from September to November 2025. \n  \nMill Hours: Tuesday and Saturday\, 10 am-4 pm. Open for guided tours of our living history museum; viewing of the exhibition in our second-floor galleries; and sales of our custom-made\, museum quality\, oval and circular picture and mirror frames. \n  \nThe Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\,  www.oldschwambmill.org. \n781-643-0554 or info@oldschwambmill.org \n  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-3/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits
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SUMMARY:The Old Schwamb Mill’s Power Systems from the Colonial Era to the Present - Closing Reception & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Board member Bob Tanner will present a talk on the Old Schwamb Mill’s power systems\, including water\, steam and electricity\, followed by a behind-the-scenes-tour of Mill’s basement\, Barn and Dry House. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 31st \nTIME: 2 – 3:30 PM \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-old-schwamb-mills-power-systems-from-the-colonial-era-to-the-present-closing-reception-talk/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Exhibits,Talks
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250527T190000
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SUMMARY:Painting the Town 250: Curators’ Talk & Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is partnering with ArtsArlington to show examples of diverse public art projects to be installed around Arlington as part of the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. The exhibition will be on view through May 31. \nThe artworks include 12 commemorative banners on light poles along Mass Ave.\, painted horses and utility boxes\, sculptural pedestals\, and a timeline project connecting past and present. \nPublic Arts Curator Cecily Miller will lead a discussion of the challenges\, complexities and rewards of developing public artworks for Arlington 250. She will be joined by ArtsArlington Commissioner Laurie Bogden and participating artists Chris Frost\, Nilou Moochhala\, and Liz Shepherd. \nSee ArtsArlington.org for more information about the artists and other public art projects. \nDATE: Tuesday\, May 27th (rescheduled from May 10th) \nTIME: 7 – 8:30 PM \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \n  \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill and ArtsArlington 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/painting-the-town-250-curators-talk-reception-2/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Open House
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T160000
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T100000
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250513T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250513T160000
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T153000
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED TO 5/27: Painting the Town 250: Curators’ Talk & Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is partnering with ArtsArlington to show examples of diverse public art projects to be installed around Arlington as part of the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. The exhibition will be on view through May 31. \nThe artworks include 12 commemorative banners on light poles along Mass Ave.\, painted horses and utility boxes\, sculptural pedestals\, and a timeline project connecting past and present. \nPublic Arts Curator Cecily Miller will lead a discussion of the challenges\, complexities and rewards of developing public artworks for Arlington 250. She will be joined by ArtsArlington Commissioner Laurie Bogden and participating artists Chris Frost\, Nilou Moochhala\, and Liz Shepherd. \nSee ArtsArlington.org for more information about the artists and other public art projects. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 10thTuesday\, May 27th \nTIME: 2 – 3:30 PM7 – 8:30 PM \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill and ArtsArlington 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/painting-the-town-250-curators-talk-reception/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T160000
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T160000
DTSTAMP:20250422T163004Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20250422T163004Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775? \nThese are some of the questions explored in this exhibit. \nBattle Road was the route traversed by some 2\,000 British regulars marching to Concord and back again on April 19\, 1775\, sparking the start of the American Revolution. More than 3\,000 colonists from Menotomy and nearby towns also gathered along the road to fight for independence from British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies. \nKnown today as Massachusetts Avenue\, the road to revolution travels through Cambridge\, Arlington (Menotomy)\, and Lexington on the way to Concord. The region’s Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration of the initial battles in 1775 seeks to re-examine that history and the particular role that the people and the landscape of Menotomy played in the founding of America. \nDATE: Tuesdays & Saturdays through May 31st \nTIME: 10 AM – 4 PM\nThe last tour of the day is available at 3 pm. \nLOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA 02476 \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-2/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Schwamb Mill":MAILTO:info@oldschwambmill.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20250418T143231Z
CREATED:20250402T133908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T143231Z
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SUMMARY:Arlington 250 Program for Children at Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:An arts and crafts program for children ages 5-10 highlighting the Arlington 250 celebration and the history of Menotomy. \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/arlington-250-program-for-children-at-old-schwamb-mill/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History,Open House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20241223T140905Z
CREATED:20241223T140905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T140905Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:April 19-21\, 2025 — 10AM-4PM \nThe Mill will be open for tours and for viewing the exhibit The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy throughout the weekend of 250th celebrations that mark the start of the American Revolution. Reenactments and special events will be held in Lexington and Concord on April 19\, and in Arlington on April 20. Patriots’ Day and the Boston Marathon are on April 21. \nThe Battle of Menotomy (April 19\, 1775) is regarded as both the prelude and the continuation of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The original force of 700 British regulars had been met by reinforcements in East Lexington to form a combined force of 1700 men. Documented on a plaque at the Foot of the Rocks in Arlington Heights\, Massachusetts\, notes that “British Troops in retreat from bloody first skirmishes at Lexington and Concord were here opposed by colonial forces gathering from four counties and thirty towns. \nThis show includes exhibits from 13FOREST Gallery artists Paul Beckingham\, Bonita LeFlores and Kayla Myers\, Arlington’s 250 Committee\, and an interactive gallery for families. This exhibit\, which will run through May 31\, 2025\, examines the landscape and people of Menotomy and their role in the founding of America. \nThe Mill is open to visitors on Tuesdays and Saturdays\, 10 am to 4 pm.  The last tour of the day is available at 3 pm.  \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy/2025-04-21/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T160000
DTSTAMP:20241223T140905Z
CREATED:20241223T140905Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:April 19-21\, 2025 — 10AM-4PM \nThe Mill will be open for tours and for viewing the exhibit The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy throughout the weekend of 250th celebrations that mark the start of the American Revolution. Reenactments and special events will be held in Lexington and Concord on April 19\, and in Arlington on April 20. Patriots’ Day and the Boston Marathon are on April 21. \nThe Battle of Menotomy (April 19\, 1775) is regarded as both the prelude and the continuation of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The original force of 700 British regulars had been met by reinforcements in East Lexington to form a combined force of 1700 men. Documented on a plaque at the Foot of the Rocks in Arlington Heights\, Massachusetts\, notes that “British Troops in retreat from bloody first skirmishes at Lexington and Concord were here opposed by colonial forces gathering from four counties and thirty towns. \nThis show includes exhibits from 13FOREST Gallery artists Paul Beckingham\, Bonita LeFlores and Kayla Myers\, Arlington’s 250 Committee\, and an interactive gallery for families. This exhibit\, which will run through May 31\, 2025\, examines the landscape and people of Menotomy and their role in the founding of America. \nThe Mill is open to visitors on Tuesdays and Saturdays\, 10 am to 4 pm.  The last tour of the day is available at 3 pm.  \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20250402T104117Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:April 19-21\, 2025 — 10AM-4PM \nThe Mill will be open for tours and for viewing the exhibit The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy throughout the weekend of 250th celebrations that mark the start of the American Revolution. Reenactments and special events will be held in Lexington and Concord on April 19\, and in Arlington on April 20. Patriots’ Day and the Boston Marathon are on April 21. \nThe Battle of Menotomy (April 19\, 1775) is regarded as both the prelude and the continuation of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The original force of 700 British regulars had been met by reinforcements in East Lexington to form a combined force of 1700 men. Documented on a plaque at the Foot of the Rocks in Arlington Heights\, Massachusetts\, notes that “British Troops in retreat from bloody first skirmishes at Lexington and Concord were here opposed by colonial forces gathering from four counties and thirty towns. \nThis show includes exhibits from 13FOREST Gallery artists Paul Beckingham\, Bonita LeFlores and Kayla Myers\, Arlington’s 250 Committee\, and an interactive gallery for families. This exhibit\, which will run through May 31\, 2025\, examines the landscape and people of Menotomy and their role in the founding of America. \nThe Mill is open to visitors on Tuesdays and Saturdays\, 10 am to 4 pm.  The last tour of the day is available at 3 pm.  \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Living History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Schwamb Mill":MAILTO:info@oldschwambmill.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240523T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T200000
DTSTAMP:20240429T135132Z
CREATED:20240429T135132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T135132Z
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SUMMARY:“Historic Reproduction Frames” A Talk with Allison Jackson\, Frame Conservator\, Harvard Art Museums
DESCRIPTION:This talk will focus on a selection of historic reproduction frames that have been made at the Old Schwamb Mill for the Harvard Art Museums over the past decade. \nAllison Jackson is a second-generation gilding conservator and was appointed the Straus Center’s first frame conservator. In 2012\, she began preparing the frame collection for the reopening of the Museums in 2014\, and since then has worked on more than 150 frames. In 2016\, she was awarded the Nigel Seeley Fellowship by the Royal Oak Foundation. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill 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!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/historic-reproduction-frames-a-talk-with-allison-jackson-frame-conservator-harvard-art-museums/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T150000
DTSTAMP:20230419T181437Z
CREATED:20230419T181437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T181437Z
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SUMMARY:Frame-Making in the Schwamb Mill’s Business Years
DESCRIPTION:This talk will focus on the frame-making business of the Old Schwamb Mill as it introduces the audience to the history of the Mill and its production process. \nIn 1847\, Charles Schwamb arrived in Boston from Germany and began making oval frames. By 1864\, he had his own frame factory in what is now the Old Schwamb Mill in Arlington\, Massachusetts. In 1904\, his grandchildren\, Clinton and Louis Schwamb\, took charge of the business\, running it as The Clinton W. Schwamb Company\, Inc.\, until Clinton’s son Elmer Schwamb retired in 1969. \nIn 1905\, as Clinton and Louis worked to revive the family business\, there were only four to six regular workers\, including the engineer minding the steam engine. Yet they produced just under 6\,000 frames that year. Their output quickly grew to tens of thousands of frames annually\, an astonishing number when it is remembered that they also produced moulding and other items. The Mill produced finished frames of every type – round\, square\, octagonal\, fan-shaped\, panels and spandrels – not simply ovals. \nThe Old Schwamb Mill continues to produce hand-turned oval and circular frames to this day and offers tours on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. \n  \nThis program is offered by Old Schwamb Mill 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/frame-making-in-the-schwamb-mills-business-years/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Schwamb Mill":MAILTO:info@oldschwambmill.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220521T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220521T150000
DTSTAMP:20230421T201417Z
CREATED:20220422T165541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T201417Z
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SUMMARY:Revisiting Arlington's Cultural Heights: The Creative Communities of Crescent Hill & Arlington Heights in the Early 20th Century
DESCRIPTION:In the late nineteenth century the two hills on either side of Arlington‘s Mill Brook attracted a steady stream of artists\, writers\, journalists and visionaries. You’ll meet a few of these “creative influencers” and learn their colorful backstories in this presentation by authors Sarah Burks\, Doreen Stevens and Aimee Taberner. \n  \nThis program is offered by Old Schwamb Mill 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/revisiting-arlingtons-cultural-heights-the-creative-communities-of-crescent-hill-arlington-heights-in-the-early-20th-century/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks
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