Events
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By posing new questions about fashion’s relationship with class, race, and gender, Dressing the Revolution: Fashion and Politics 1760–1789 places clothing at the center of the political debates, shedding light on dress as a powerful tool that communicated not just status and identity, but political affinities during this volatile period. 
While many associate the Revolution with Boston or battlefield sites, A Town Divided brings the promises—and contradictions—of the Revolution to life through the lens of a deeply divided rural town in western Massachusetts. |
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This May, witness the discoveries being made and the mysteries we’re encountering as we unpeel the layers of the c. 1799 Stebbins House! Visit 22 different stations throughout the first floor and—as of May 2026—brand new stations on the second floor, including a roofline “ghost” and an old cornice visible in the attic! |
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During the 18th century, towns in New England held muster days for men to practice military drills. These became community affairs and people made special food, including a treat that became known as Muster Cake. 
During the American Revolution, spies used methods like invisible ink and secret codes to carry important information. 
Join us for redware pottery with Rick Hamelin. 
Join us for candles with Gariné Arakelian. |
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Join us for block printing on fabric with Jennifer Roy. 
Join us to learn about revolutionary-era doctors with Greg Morin. 
Join us for 18th century herbal remedies and women’s medicine with Amy Lanham. |
