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SUMMARY:Reading Into History: Book Chat on Ida B. The Queen
DESCRIPTION:Ida B. Wells committed herself to the needs of those who did not have power. In the eyes of the FBI\, this made her a “dangerous negro agitator.” In the annals of history\, it makes her an icon. Ida B. the Queen tells the awe-inspiring story of an pioneering woman who was often overlooked and underestimated—a woman who refused to exit a train car meant for white passengers; a woman brought to light the horrors of lynching in America; a woman who cofounded the NAACP. Written by Wells’s great-granddaughter Michelle Duster\, this “warm remembrance of a civil rights icon” (Kirkus Reviews) is a unique visual celebration of Wells’s life\, and of the Black experience. \nJoin us for an interactive discussion on this fascinating historical figure\, led by a Lexington Historical Society Book Chat member. Reading the book is encouraged but by no means required! Refreshments will be served; doors open at 6:30. \n$10 members\, $15 nonmembers
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/reading-into-history-book-chat-on-ida-b-the-queen/
LOCATION:Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington Historical Society\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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SUMMARY:The Collection Connection: Celebrating Irish Culture
DESCRIPTION:Join a Park Ranger for a short discussion of the Irish related objects in the One City\, Many Cultures exhibit and their connection to Irish Step Dancing. Lowell National Historical Park’s newest exhibit\, One City\, Many Cultures explores how culture shapes and connects people and communities using stories of Lowell from across time. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/the-collection-connection-celebrating-irish-culture/2024-03-17/2/
LOCATION:Mogan Cultural Center\, 40 French Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Free Events,Historical,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T153236Z
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SUMMARY:The Collection Connection: Celebrating Irish Culture
DESCRIPTION:Join a Park Ranger for a short discussion of the Irish related objects in the One City\, Many Cultures exhibit and their connection to Irish Step Dancing. Lowell National Historical Park’s newest exhibit\, One City\, Many Cultures explores how culture shapes and connects people and communities using stories of Lowell from across time. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/the-collection-connection-celebrating-irish-culture/2024-03-17/1/
LOCATION:Mogan Cultural Center\, 40 French Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Free Events,Historical,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
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SUMMARY:Acre Neighborhood Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Parish Historian and Archivist David McKean and will lead a walking tour of “God’s Holy Acre”. The tour will last one hour and will involve an hour of walking and standing. They request that you wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. This event is free and open to all. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/acre-neighborhood-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Historical,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T154211Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Action During the American Civil War (Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:While no battles of the Civil War were fought in Lowell\, the people of Lowell were involved in a variety of ways\, from fighting to providing support. One group not in the forefront of the conversation that aided in the war effort was the US Sanitary Commission made up of women of the Union. Join a ranger to explore how women were able to have a large impact in the American Civil War through local organizations and groups like the US Sanitary Commission. This 45-minute walking tour will explore a few notable places in downtown Lowell and tell the stories of the impact these women had on the victory of the Union. \nThe walk will cover 0.75 miles of walking and will involve up to an hour of walking and standing. This event is free and open to all. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/womens-action-during-the-american-civil-war-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Historical,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T184658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T184658Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Tavern Night
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Tavern Night experience takes you on a journey to an 18th century Irish pub\, as we recreate a historic tavern experience. Grab your beer from the historic bar\, mingle with costumed reenactors\, play games\, listen to live Irish music\, and sample delicious whiskey from GrandTen Distillery. \nThis event is generously sponsored by Lester E. Savage Real Estate at Berkshire Hathaway! \n$20 members\, $25 nonmembers.\nTicket includes one drink and whiskey tasting. This is a 21+ event.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/irish-tavern-night/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240226T154349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T154349Z
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SUMMARY:Helen Augusta Whittier: Leader\, Activist\, Mill Owner
DESCRIPTION:When you think of a mill owner\, a man’s name or face probably comes to mind initially. While it’s true that most owners of mills in the 18th and 19th century were men\, there was one woman who joined them. Join a Ranger on a journey through the life of Helen Whittier\, considered to be the only woman to ever own a major textile manufacturing company in the United States. This 45-minute talk will dive into the life of this remarkable woman who created a name for herself. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/helen-augusta-whittier-leader-activist-mill-owner/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Historical,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240226T155614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T155614Z
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SUMMARY:Lowell Mill Girls (Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:Who were the “Mill Girls”? Join a Ranger for a walk-through downtown Lowell to learn about some of the first workers in the textile factories of Lowell. Discover the choices\, hardships\, and opportunities that were afforded to the Mill Girls by exploring downtown Lowell. \nThe walk will cover 0.75 miles of walking and will involve up to an hour of walking and standing. This event is free and open to all. \n(Free parking at 350 Dutton Street in the Hamilton Parking Garage. Pick up a chaser ticket at the Visitor Center front desk to use when exiting the garage).
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/lowell-mill-girls-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Historical,Outdoors,Talks and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240206T201331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T201331Z
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SUMMARY:‘Contradictory Place’: Cotton Mills Alongside Anti-Slavery Efforts in Lowell Massachusetts a Film Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of the documentary film ‘Contradictory Place’: Cotton Mills Alongside Anti-Slavery Efforts in Lowell Massachusetts featuring Prof. Robert Forrant of the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Public Historian Maritza Grooms. The film describes the extraordinary anti-slavery efforts taking place in the mid-19th century in Lowell. Forrant and Grooms visit the sites that still exist in downtown Lowell where abolitionist activity occurred and where freedom seekers operated businesses. \nThe forty-minute film was written by Robert Forrant and Maritza Grooms\, produced by former Lowell Telecommunications Executive Director Wendy Blom\, and edited by former Lowell Telecommunications News Director Caroline Gallagher. \nThe film screening at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market Street is free and open to the public. It will take place on Saturday\, February 24 at 2pm\, with a Q&A discussion with the film creators following the screening. \nFree parking is available at the Hamilton Canal Innovation District parking garage at 350 Dutton St.\, Lowell. Parking in this garage (only) is available to National Park visitors at no cost provided they obtain a valid parking voucher at the LNHP Visitor Center.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/contradictory-place-cotton-mills-alongside-anti-slavery-efforts-in-lowell-massachusetts-a-film-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Historical,Talks and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T184723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T184723Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Make a Haversack
DESCRIPTION:When marching off to war\, soldiers in the 18th century had to carry a lot of supplies! These were kept in a special bag called a haversack\, similar to a backpack or messenger bag today! Drop by Buckman Tavern any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to make and decorate one of your own. \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-make-a-haversack/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T184742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T184742Z
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SUMMARY:Science and Medicine (Grades 6-8)
DESCRIPTION:People of the past used science just like we do every day\, even on an 18th century farm! Learn how simple chores like writing a letter\, working in the barn\, or caring for a sick person utilize chemistry and physics. As we explore a historic tavern\, we’ll become household scientists: making medicine by grinding herbs from the garden\, using simple tools\, and observing chemical reactions in making ink and butter! \nThis program is recommended for 6th – 8th graders. \n$15 members\, $20 nonmembers. \nAdvanced tickets required. Since children will be dropped off for this program\, a LHS Children’s Program Participation Form is required.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/science-and-medicine-grades-6-8/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T184506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T184506Z
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SUMMARY:Lighting the Way (Grades 3-5)
DESCRIPTION:In the past\, labor and daily routines were planned around when the sun rose and set. So how did people see at night before electric light? Explore a historic tavern to find out! We’ll uncover how we learn about the past from the writing and objects people left behind\, and learn how to make a working candle from beeswax and a lantern from tin. Kids will learn how people of the past used tools to make the world around them easier to navigate. \nThis program is recommended for 3rd – 5th graders. \n$15 members\, $20 nonmembers \nAdvanced tickets required. Since children will be dropped off for this program\, a LHS Children’s Program Participation Form is required\, which is available at checkout.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/lighting-the-way-grades-3-5/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T184935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T184935Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Chinese Porcelain
DESCRIPTION:The art of making porcelain was known only by Chinese master potters in the 18th century\, and prized by people in America! Drop by Buckman Tavern any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to design your own paper version to take home.   \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-chinese-porcelain/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240205T185002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T185002Z
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SUMMARY:Douglass Day Transcription Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lexington Lyceum\, ABCL\, and Historical Society as we host the Lexington contingent for this national event\, organized by the Douglass Day Organization and the Library of Congress. The annual Douglass Day program honors Frederick Douglass with an online crowd-sourcing transcription project intended to make primary Black history resources more widely accessible. \nIn 2024\, this event will feature the Frederick Douglass Papers: General Correspondence\, 1841 to 1912\, in the collection of the Library of Congress. Participants will try to transcribe all 8\,731 pages in a single day! \nIn Lexington\, this free event will bring together high school students\, local public historians\, and other interested community members for a day of history\, transcription\, and fun. \n12 – 4 pm for general public / 11am – 3pm for students
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/douglass-day-transcription-event/
LOCATION:Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington Historical Society\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Preserving Food
DESCRIPTION:How was food preserved before refrigeration? If you wanted fruits and vegetables year round\, removing moisture was important. Help us salt and sugar foods to keep all year! Stop by Buckman Tavern any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to participate. \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-preserving-food/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240102T175130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T204111Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Quill Pen Writing
DESCRIPTION:Goose feathers were the perfect writing utensil of the past – about writing in the 18th century and try writing with a real quill pen! Drop in any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to learn. This activity is suitable for all ages\, including adults! \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-quill-pen-writing/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20240102T175432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T204113Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Beeswax Candles
DESCRIPTION:January was dark in the days before electricity! Learn about lighting in the 18th century and roll your own candle. Drop in any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to learn! This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up\, including adults! \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-beeswax-candles/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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SUMMARY:Hands-On History: Clay Marbles
DESCRIPTION:18th century life wasn’t just about chores – kids had fun too! Drop by the Hancock-Clarke House to make your own clay marbles\, just like colonial kids did. Drop in any time between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 – 3:30 PM to learn! This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up\, including adults! \nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/hands-on-history-clay-marbles/
LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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SUMMARY:Book Chat on Petitions: A Patriot Legacy
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Book Chat features a special conversation with Mary Keenan\, author of the newly released book Petitions: A Patriot Legacy! \nIn pre-Civil War America\, the most effective grassroots method of enacting change was the humble petition. Particularly for women who were unable to vote\, this was an invaluable tool to create a better society for themselves and others. Keenan explores these documents that enacted civil action on topics such as abolitionism and women’s suffrage. \n$10 members\, $15 nonmembers \nMary Keenan\, Clerk of the Lexington Historical Society for ten years\, again focuses on the 19th century to remind everyone of Lexington’s continued leadership in the growth of the United States. \nHonored as Lexington’s Secondary School Teacher of the Year\, she has also been recognized by the Lexington and the MA DAR\, MA Council for Social Studies\, and the New England History Teacher’s Association. With an A.B. in History and an Ed.M. from Tufts\, Mary began her thirty-five year teaching career in Lexington at William Diamond Junior High\, continuing at Jonas Clarke Junior High and Lexington High School. \nThe author for ancillary materials for Holt Rinehart & Winston’s Discovering American History\, her biography In Haste\, Julia about East Lexington’s Julia Robbins was the outgrowth of her research and curriculum work on the role of women in history.\nThis month’s Book Chat features a special conversation with Mary Keenan\, author of the newly released book Petitions: A Patriot Legacy! \nIn pre-Civil War America\, the most effective grassroots method of enacting change was the humble petition. Particularly for women who were unable to vote\, this was an invaluable tool to create a better society for themselves and others. Keenan explores these documents that enacted civil action on topics such as abolitionism and women’s suffrage. \n$10 members\, $15 nonmembers \nMary Keenan\, Clerk of the Lexington Historical Society for ten years\, again focuses on the 19th century to remind everyone of Lexington’s continued leadership in the growth of the United States. \nHonored as Lexington’s Secondary School Teacher of the Year\, she has also been recognized by the Lexington and the MA DAR\, MA Council for Social Studies\, and the New England History Teacher’s Association. With an A.B. in History and an Ed.M. from Tufts\, Mary began her thirty-five year teaching career in Lexington at William Diamond Junior High\, continuing at Jonas Clarke Junior High and Lexington High School. \nThe author for ancillary materials for Holt Rinehart & Winston’s Discovering American History\, her biography In Haste\, Julia about East Lexington’s Julia Robbins was the outgrowth of her research and curriculum work on the role of women in history.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/book-chat-on-petitions-a-patriot-legacy/
LOCATION:Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington Historical Society\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-12/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-11/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-10/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-09/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-08/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
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URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
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URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-05/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-04/
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URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-03/
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URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-02/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:bevangelista@concordmuseum.org
GEO:42.457713;-71.342264
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T040333
CREATED:20230926T194157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T194157Z
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibition ~ Interwoven: Women's Lives Written in Thread
DESCRIPTION:“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” highlights needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s\, the exhibition explores how young women created records of their own lives and experiences\, written in thread. \n“Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread” explores the history of needlework and embroidery\, its importance as an art form\, and its significance to women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Intended to showcase young women’s accomplishments\, the samplers also communicate details of their lives and education\, their communities\, and their families. The exhibition provides a unique view into their private lives. For most of these young women\, their samplers are the only objects that survive from their lives. Many of the samplers have never been displayed before. \nLearn about the education of privileged young women in the early republic and understand how wealth and enslaved labor enabled them to pursue decorative arts. Explore the materials used in constructing samplers\, such as linens\, dyes and silk\, and how and where these materials were produced. View samplers that demonstrate how women recorded family history and the loss of loved ones through needlework. Understand how they incorporated the importance of community and a strong sense of place in their samplers. \nExhibition sponsored by The Coby Foundation.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/special-exhibition-interwoven-womens-lives-written-in-thread/2023-11-01/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Tpke\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Historical
ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:bevangelista@concordmuseum.org
GEO:42.457713;-71.342264
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