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In October 1774, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress instructed towns throughout the colony to prepare for imminent conflict with England. In response, the Merrimack Valley, in particular, shifted into a wartime...
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250th Anniversary
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Join us as we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution by learning about our local revolutionary heroes buried in North Andover’s First and Second Burial Ground. Who were...
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Many of North Andover’s Revolutionary War heroes rest in the town’s First and Second Burial Grounds. Join us as David Blauvelt, North Andover Historical Society Coordinator of Education, explores their...
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On May 10, 1775, the once formidable life of Colonel Jeremiah Lee of Marblehead came to an abrupt end, due to his covert acts on behalf of independence. Judy Anderson...
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Lunchtime History Films, bring your lunch! Massachusetts Community Militias A casual discussion and a 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films, Dan Tremblay, a volunteer and member of DHS. Free Admission. Donations appreciated. Danvers Historical Society: 978-777-1666 or E-mail to [email protected]
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NAHS is honored to possess the handwritten diary of James Stevens. This treasure chronicles his time fighting for our country’s independence from the day he took up arms until the...
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Join linguist and NAHS facilities manager, Antoine Trombino-Ponte, as he explains his reconstruction of the voice of James Stevens, through James’ diary, which he began on April 19th, 1775. Antoine...
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A decade before 1776, changes in the social and political hierarchies of Salem paved the way for its Revolutionary and post-Revolutionary roles. Dr. Donna Seger, professor of history at Salem...
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Based on shared research about their families, cousins Rich Pitra and Kathleen Osgood will bring their ANCESTRY CLUB research to North Andover on the eve of the 250th anniversary of...
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Based on shared research about their families, cousins Rich Pitra and Kathleen Osgood will bring their research to North Andover on the eve of the 250th anniversary of our town’s...
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Hosted by Lynnfield Historical Society Shadows of 1775 An original play. Hear the words of those who represented Lynn end (what Lynnfield was known as) The play is led by...
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On Saturday April 19th there will be a series of events on Lynnfield Common and in the Lynnfield Library 11:00am: Patriots Gallery of lawn signs containing biographies of the 38 men of Bancroft’s Company 11:00am: Children’s craft and story time; Children can make their own tri-cornered hats. There will also be a reading of Longfellow’s...
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**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** Join us on April 19th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for...
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Join us on April 19th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! Embark on...
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Join us on April 19th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! Embark on...
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Every year on Patriots Day, the members of the Danvers Alarm List Company gather to honor the brave men from Danvers who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Jason Russell...
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In the two and a half centuries since American Independence was declared and secured, little attention has been spent looking into the roles of communities other than those who participated...
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In the two and a half centuries since American Independence was declared and secured, little attention has been spent looking into the roles of communities other than those who participated...
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How, why & where the first battle of the American Revolution could have happened at Salem’s North Bridge in February 1775 instead of in Lexington and at Concord’s North Bridge... |
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A 1-hour walking Tour with Judy Anderson Marblehead’s role in the events of 26 Feb. 1775 ~ where the British Regulars landed ~ and who did & did not participate. Tour meets at Fort Beach. No RSVP required. Tour will end on Washington Street. Please note: there are no restrooms available during the tour. Children... |
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A 1-hour walking Tour with Judy Anderson Marblehead’s role in the events of 26 Feb. 1775 ~ where the British Regulars landed ~ and who did & did not participate. Tour meets at Fort Beach. No RSVP required. Tour will end on Washington Street. Please note: there are no restrooms available during the tour. Children... |
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With images & visuals, social historian Judy Anderson of Marblehead will talk about the confrontation in Salem on February 26, 1775, and where the British Regular Army troops are said...
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A 1-hour walking Tour with Judy Anderson Marblehead’s role in the events of 26 Feb. 1775 ~ where the British Regulars landed ~ and who did & did not participate.... |
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Salem Maritime National Historic Site is telling the story of a key but lesser-known voyage across the Atlantic Ocean 250 years ago to deliver news of rebellion in Massachusetts. In...
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Scott W. Dianis is a longtime resident of Andover with a keen interest in local history, particularly in the stories that help explain the town’s early development and evolution. He...
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This talk shows how Andover helped plant the seeds of the American Revolution. We will see old Andover’s role in the fight for Independence and our legacy in shaping the...
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