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SUMMARY:Common Sense Then and Now: Reading Thomas Paine
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nPublished 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 resonated deeply in a region already shaped by political organizing\, print culture\, and resistance to British authority.\n\nThis program combines a short illustrated talk with guided discussion\, inviting participants to consider Common Sense in its historical moment and to reflect on its lasting influence 250 years later. Together\, we will explore how revolutionary ideas were communicated to broad audiences\, why Massachusetts played such a central role in their spread\, and how Paine’s language continues to shape American civic life.\n\nNo prior knowledge is required. All are welcome.\n\nDownload the pamphlet here: https://tinyurl.com/35scjkkm\nAlso available online at the Beverly Public Library
URL:https://creativecollectivema.com/event/common-sense-then-and-now-reading-thomas-paine/
LOCATION:John Cabot House\, 117 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE program,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Hearth Cooking at the Balch House
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin 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 open hearth while sharing stories about daily life\, seasonal ingredients\, and the labor that sustained early colonial households. \nDiscover how meals were prepared without modern conveniences\, learn about the rhythms of food preparation in early America\, and explore how cooking connected families\, communities\, and cultures. Visitors will have the opportunity to ask questions and see historic recipes brought to life in an authentic setting. \nThis free program offers a warm and engaging way to connect with Beverly’s past. Drop in\, gather by the hearth\, and experience history in action.
URL:https://creativecollectivema.com/event/first-friday-hearth-cooking-at-the-balch-house/
LOCATION:John Balch House\, 448 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE program,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation: Jonathan Schuster presents Beverly in the Civil War
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the many ways Beverly contributed to the Union cause\, with special attention to the 23rd Massachusetts Infantry\, Company G\, and the local men who served. What better time than April\, the very month the war began\, to reflect on the conflict that reshaped the nation and left a lasting mark on our community? \nAs always\, this program is informal and discussion-based. Bring your curiosity and your questions about soldiers’ experiences\, home front contributions\, regimental history\, and even the role coffee played during the war. Whether you are a dedicated Civil War enthusiast or simply eager to learn more about Beverly’s history\, this promises to be a thoughtful and engaging morning. \nCoffee & Conversation are held every second Friday at 10:00 am at the Cabot HouseAdmission is free; $5 suggested donation. Coffee provided by https://www.beantrustcoffee.com/ \nThis program series is generously sponsored by: \n 
URL:https://creativecollectivema.com/event/coffee-conversation-jonathan-schuster-presents-beverly-in-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:John Cabot House\, 117 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE program,Lecture,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:3 in 30: Roles in Privateering
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHeld 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 month\, discover the world of Revolutionary-era privateering and the many roles aboard a privateering vessel. Featured artifacts include the sea chest of privateer captain Hugh Hill\, belongings connected to privateer surgeon Joshua Fisher\, and other items that illuminate life at sea. \nWhat jobs existed on privateering ships? How did crews measure success? And was privateering adventure\, business\, or both? Find out as we explore the lives\, belongings\, and stories of Beverly’s maritime past. \nAdmission is free\, raise the sails and join us!
URL:https://creativecollectivema.com/event/3-in-30-roles-in-privateering/
LOCATION:John Cabot House\, 117 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE program,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Member Mornings: Behind the Scenes at the Balch House
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring this exclusive members-only program\, explore areas of the house not typically open to the public and learn how the structure evolved over three centuries\, from a modest seventeenth-century dwelling to the restored historic landmark we see today. Staff will share insights into the house’s architecture\, preservation history\, and ongoing restoration efforts that continue to safeguard this extraordinary survivor of early New England. \nNot a Historic Beverly member? Join today: https://historicbeverly.net/membership/
URL:https://creativecollectivema.com/event/member-mornings-behind-the-scenes-at-the-balch-house/
LOCATION:John Balch House\, 448 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE program,Members Only
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