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Book Chat on Petitions: A Patriot Legacy

Lexington Historical Society Lexington Historical Society, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

This month's Book Chat features a special conversation with Mary Keenan, author of the newly released book Petitions: A Patriot Legacy! In pre-Civil War America, the most effective grassroots method […]

$10 – $15

Hands-On History: Clay Marbles

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 […]

Hands-On History: Beeswax Candles

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 […]

Hands-On History: Quill Pen Writing

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 […]

Hands-On History: Preserving Food

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 […]

Included w/ Admission

Douglass Day Transcription Event

Lexington Historical Society Lexington Historical Society, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

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 […]

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Hands-On History: Chinese Porcelain

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 […]

Included w/ Admission

Lighting the Way (Grades 3-5)

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 […]

$15 – $20

Science and Medicine (Grades 6-8)

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, […]

$15 – $20

Hands-On History: Make a Haversack

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 […]

Included w/ Admission

‘Contradictory Place’: Cotton Mills Alongside Anti-Slavery Efforts in Lowell Massachusetts a Film Screening and Discussion

Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, 246 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States

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 […]

Free

Lowell Mill Girls (Walking Tour)

Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, 246 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States

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, […]

Free