Dublin Seminar for New England Folklife, an illustrated and annotated checklist of 220 doorways.
Dwight House
Built ca. 1754 in Springfield, Massachusetts, the Dwight House was moved to Deerfield in 1950 when it was threatened with demolition. The museum’s founders, Henry and Helen Flynt, had the house dismantled and brought 35 miles north to Deerfield where it became one of only four houses along The Street that were not here originally. The restored house’s fashionable window, door, and dormer pediments, and striking color scheme have made it a favorite of photographers and visitors alike.
An historic trades demonstration area called the Apprentice’s Workshop at Dwight House is featured here. This experiential learning space provides daily visitors with a hands-on experience to show how woven wool textiles, architectural woodworking, and English factory-made ceramics were produced in the late 18th and early 19th Century. Guests of all ages will make a deeper connection with the objects in the Flynt Center of Early New England Life, as well as Historic Deerfield’s museum houses.
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Historic Deerfield will offer instruction in open hearth cooking for those who are interested in historic foodways and hearth management. A series of seven one-day classes has been scheduled for Saturdays in February and March 2010.
The 2010 winter lecture series is titled “A Freshly Minted Democracy: Coins and Medals in Early America.” All of the lectures will be offered at 2 p.m. at the White Church Community Center, and are free and open to the public.
The Flynt Center of Early New England Life is open Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 5, 2009–April 11, 2010, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The museum will reopen for the 2010 Regular Season on Saturday, April 17, 2010. Enjoy current exhibitions (see box at lower right) and “The Museum’s Attic” gallery. Seasonal Winter Admission (except where noted for Special Events): $7 Adults, $5 Youth (ages 6-17), under 6 and members free.
Programs
Join curators and a master craftsman for a day of exploration of Historic Deerfield’s lustrous treasures, the art and mystery of silversmithing, and the manufacturers of early New England silver, especially focusing on the work of Paul Revere. Click here for an information and registration form.
Exhibitions
Examine one of the finest collections of early American textiles and costumes ever assembled!
Explore a dazzling array of masterworks by famous American cabinetmakers including Duncan Phyfe and Honoré Lannuier, Samuel McIntire, John and Thomas Seymour, and John Townsend. Included with general admission.
The town of Hadley, Massachusetts is celebrating its 350th Anniversary and to help observe this occasion, Historic Deerfield will showcase objects from the town. Hadley Sampler: An Anniversary Celebration is on view at the Flynt Center of Early New England Life through January 31, 2010. Included with general admission.
Museum Store
The tradition and styles of Deerfield Academy’s fireplaces.
An up to date history of Deerfield homelots integrating new interpretations of architectural evidence and insights into family history.
This card is blank inside so you may include your own best wishes for whatever the occasion. Photo of the Dwight House Doorway during the holiday winter season. Envelope included with card. 4 1/2” x 6 1/4”
New! Doorways of Deerfield features 16 historic houses and buildings throught the village of Old Deerfield. Under each doorway is the name of the house or building. Photographer Dan Dougherty. Poster comes rolled ready for you to frame. 18” x 24”
An up to date history of Deerfield homelots integrating new interpretations of architectural evidence and insights into family history.
An attractive, roomy carryall great for everyday use. 16” long x12” high
Proudly display your heritage with this Deerfield Descendant bumper sticker.
How people in a rural area acquired objects and knowledge to improve themselves and the society in which they lived.
Hand hooked wool rug depicting 7 of our village buildings in Springtime. Taken from a painting by Anne Bell Robb, a MA artist. 2’ x 3’.
Support Historic Deerfield with this 100% cotton twill cap.
Grate or shave the Chocolate Block on your favorite dessert, or melt and drizzle on a bowl of ice cream. Also great for baking.
American Heritage Chocolate - from the Historic Division of Mars, Inc.
5.13 oz.Block
A compilation of photos from Deerfield’s past with a brief history of the town.
80 pages of full color photos by Richard Cheek celebrating the four seasons in the historic village.
New! Doorways of Deerfield features 16 historic houses and buildings throught the village of Old Deerfield. Under each doorway is the name of the house or building. Photographer Dan Dougherty. Poster comes rolled ready for you to frame. 18” x 24”
Examines the choices open to people living in an agrarian culture and how they adjusted to the coming of an industrial order.
