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Samuel Slater Experience 1st Anniversary
Samuel Slater Experience 1st Anniversary
The non-traditional Samuel Slater Experience museum will celebrate the first anniversary of its opening in a traditional way, with balloons, raffles, photo stickers, food truck, fun, and free admission for kids 12 and under. The festive event for the public will be held on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 31…
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History of Shad Fishing in the Lower Connecticut Valley
History of Shad Fishing in the Lower Connecticut Valley
The History of Shad Fishing in the Lower Connecticut Valley Presenter, Elizabeth Malloy, director of the Haddam Historical Society along with shad fishermen Lenny Kochanowski and Jack Calhoun share the fascinating story of Connecticut’s state fish. Lebanon Historical Society members free, non-members $3 Held at the Lebanon Historical Society Museum located at 856 Trumbull Hwy.,…
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“We Are Very Likely to Die: The Incredible True Story of the Sinking of the R/V Sea Surveyor”
“We Are Very Likely to Die: The Incredible True Story of the Sinking of the R/V Sea Surveyor”
On January 6th, 1969, a 118-foot research vessel named the R/V Sea Surveyor departed Groton, CT on a testing mission for the United States Navy. The mission was routine: Sail from Electric Boat, rendezvous with a submarine, conduct tests, return home but she never made it to her destination and never returned to port. Learn…
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Follow The Cannon: Clara Barton’s Civil War Letters
Follow The Cannon: Clara Barton’s Civil War Letters
Historical Society to Sponsor Women’s History Month Program On Thursday, March 16th at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 7 Providence Road (Route 6), Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Historical Society will sponsor a program in honor of Women’s History Month entitled Follow the Cannon: Clara Barton’s Civil War Letters. Lynne McKenney Lydick award-winning actress,…
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Celtic Celebration
Celtic Celebration
In the early 19th century, skilled Irish immigrants came to Worcester County to work on the Blackstone Canal and the railroads. Join us today as we celebrate their cultural heritage through music, dance, storytelling, and poetry. Special daytime Celtic Celebration-themed activities* include: A step-dance performance by Lee Irish Dance Performances by Celtic Harper Cate Mahoney Dip…
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Healing Ways of a Colonial Goodwife
Healing Ways of a Colonial Goodwife
Monday, March 20 7:00pm Healing Ways of a Colonial Goodwife Presenter Beverly Willnauer shares her vast knowledge of medicinal plants and herbs used by Colonial women to comfort and heal. Refreshments served. Members of the Lebanon Garden Club and Lebanon Historical Society free, non-members $5
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Women’s History Weekend
Women’s History Weekend
How did early 19th-century women see themselves? How did society view the woman’s sphere? How do we view their lives today? Join Old Sturbridge Village as we acknowledge and celebrate extraordinary and everyday women in the early 19th century. Visit the historic houses of OSV to learn about how women ran their households, managing the…
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Women’s History Weekend
Women’s History Weekend
How did early 19th-century women see themselves? How did society view the woman’s sphere? How do we view their lives today? Join Old Sturbridge Village as we acknowledge and celebrate extraordinary and everyday women in the early 19th century. Visit the historic houses of OSV to learn about how women ran their households, managing the…
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“Sam and Friends – The Early Days of The Muppets: Exploring Jim and Jane Henson’s First TV Show” Puppet Forum
“Sam and Friends – The Early Days of The Muppets: Exploring Jim and Jane Henson’s First TV Show” Puppet Forum
Years before Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, Jim Henson began his television career while a student in the Washington, D.C. area. Alongside performing partner Jane Nebel (who would become his wife), Jim introduced Kermit and the Muppets to local viewers in a daily five-minute show which became a sensation and also led to a…