Returning to the museum after his popular 2022 talk on the history of the Delay Memorial Golf Tournament, author and longtime sportswriter Jay Gearan celebrates the 90th anniversary of Gardner Municipal Golf Course. Based on his hot-off-the-press book A Course Called Gardner, Jay will share the story of the course's beginnings as a 9-hole layout […]
Join us for an evening of conversation, reflection, and learning. Moderated by Alan Dernalowicz, the program features local veterans and representatives from organizations serving the veteran community. This year’s special guest is Kara Fossey, Executive Director of the Fort Devens Museum and the Groton History Center. (Many will remember her engaging 2022 presentation at the […]
Join renowned meteorologist Harvey Leonard for a look at three of New England’s most memorable weather disasters: the Hurricane of 1938, the Worcester Tornado, and the Blizzard of 1978. Through historical accounts, video remembrances, and weather analysis, Harvey will explain what made these storms so significant and how the atmospheric conditions behind them developed. He […]
Historian, author, and returning speaker Mark Bodanza explores the fascinating life of John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed, separating historical fact from enduring legend. Learn how this MA native became a frontier pioneer, environmental visionary, and religious missionary whose life inspired one of America's most beloved folk heroes. The presentation will likely include a […]
Join us for a program on the art of hat making, presented by Lynn Hartmann, hatmaker & owner of Hartman’s Herb Farm in Barre. This engaging talk explores the history of hats and their changing styles over time, while also highlighting how herbs and flowers have long inspired her designs. Drawing on her deep knowledge […]
Nearby Wachusett Mountain is full of rich history and has been a popular hiking destination for centuries. Westminster nature lover and published author Matt Landry will be back at the museum with his latest book, a hiking and history guide. Signed copies of his books will be available for purchase (including his Feb 2024 book […]
Local “Modern Pioneer” Lauren Roy will empower, and educate the audience on living more naturally and in the art of foraging as a way of saving money. More importantly, they will learn that they are capable of providing for their own and their family’s most basic need: food. No matter what is going on in […]
Join Athol Bird & Nature Club president and Millers River Environmental Center director Dave Small as he explores the transformation of his yard from a boring suburban lot dominated by lawn to a rich habitat for our native wildlife. Removing invasive species, planting native plants, and providing water, food, and cover for a variety of […]
On Thursday, April 27, History At Play™, LLC is proud to present "Rendezvous with Rachel Revere"! It is May 2, 1775, and Rachel Revere has only heard from her beloved husband Paul once since his legendary midnight ride. Isolated from one another due to the Siege of Boston, Rachel tries to create a plan, which […]