Historic Beverly is in the throes of Beverly 400, and our work is moving quickly, new research is unfolding, unexpected connections are emerging, and long-held stories are being reconsidered as we present Beverly history for this once-in-a-generation milestone. This special Member Morning invites Historic Beverly Members inside that process. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at what we’re uncovering right now, ...
As part of MA250 and Bev400, Historic Beverly invites the public to a one-night program exploring Thomas Paine’s Common Sense, the pamphlet that helped turn revolutionary debate into a movement for independence. Published in early 1776, Common Sense was written for ordinary readers and circulated widely throughout Massachusetts and New England. Paine’s clear, forceful arguments against monarchy and in favor of self-government ...
Step back into the 17th century and experience the sights, smells, and flavors of early New England at Historic Beverly’s First Friday program at the Balch House. Join us for a live hearth cooking demonstration in the c. 1680 kitchen of one of Beverly’s oldest surviving homes. Using period tools and techniques, our interpreters will prepare traditional foods over the ...
Join Historic Beverly for a lively and engaging Coffee & Conversation as we take a deep dive into the Civil War with our Archives & Research Manager, Jonathan Schuster. A longtime student of the war, Jonathan will share how his passion for Civil War history began and how it informs his work preserving and interpreting Beverly’s past. Together, we’ll explore ...
Have you ever wanted to be a pirate or perhaps a privateer? Join us at the Cabot House for this month’s 3 in 30, Historic Beverly’s fast-paced program exploring three fascinating artifacts in just thirty minutes. Held every third Thursday at 2:00 pm, this new series highlights objects from our collection that reveal Beverly’s role in larger historical stories. This ...
Historic Beverly members are invited to a special behind-the-scenes tour of the John Balch House, one of the oldest surviving homes in Massachusetts. First settled by John Balch, an early colonist who arrived in New England in the 1620s and established his homestead along the Bass River by 1636, the property offers a remarkable window into early colonial life. During ...
