On the 252nd anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, which is dedicated to accurately interpreting a pivotal period in American history (1773-1775), in partnership with American Ancestors, the nation’s first and leading center for family history research, unveiled the first-ever officially vetted list of Boston Tea Party participants. This … [Read more...] about Museum unveils first officially vetted list, memorial plaque of Boston Tea Party participants
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Historical Society serves ‘Alices Restaurant’ for Thanksgiving
According to Lynnfield Historical Society’s Communications Coordinator Linda Gillon the Society had quite a “large and enthusiastic” crowd at its last meeting, where Alan Foulds gave a lecture inspired by a classic Thanksgiving subject: Arlo Guthrie’s 1967 hit song “Alice’s Restaurant.” Foulds’ lecture was accompanied by musical performances by Society President Ron Sarro … [Read more...] about Historical Society serves ‘Alices Restaurant’ for Thanksgiving
North Shore’s Dr. Freeman to lead Holocaust education efforts in Boston
Dr. Nicole “Nikki” Freeman, of Salem, has been hired as the Education Director of Holocaust Museum Boston, which will be the first Holocaust Museum in New England and is set to open in late 2026. Dr. Freeman’s approach to Holocaust education brings together a commitment to historical truth with empathy and reflection, honoring survivor voices and helping young people see how … [Read more...] about North Shore’s Dr. Freeman to lead Holocaust education efforts in Boston
Historical Society to host 250th anniversary talk about the Hannah’s flight from HMS Nautilus
"The Hannah & the Nautilus – the American Revolution at Sea” will be the subject at the 7 pm meeting of the Lynnfield Historical Society on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at the Centre Congregational Church in Lynnfield. The subject is fitting as we approach the 250th celebration of America’s Independence next year. Captain Michael Rutstein of Salem will be the guest speaker. On the … [Read more...] about Historical Society to host 250th anniversary talk about the Hannah’s flight from HMS Nautilus
Lynnfield celebrates 250th anniversary of the American Revolution
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the beginning of the American Revolution. Lynnfield's 250th Anniversary logo reflects the Town's history of participation in the patriotic fight for independence. The center of the logo contains the town mascot, the Minuteman, in blue and gold the official colors of the Lynnfield Pioneers. Three gold stars are set in the brim of his … [Read more...] about Lynnfield celebrates 250th anniversary of the American Revolution