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Explore! North Shore – Moraine Farm Hike

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The Explore! North Shore hiking series will get you outside and moving at some lesser explored Trustees properties across the Northeast Region, at the right time of year to see these special places shine. These beginner hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for learning and… Read More

Rick Church: Native American Author

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Join Mohican author and Tribal Elder Rick Church as he shares how his writing offers a deeper, more authentic view of Native identity in today’s world while confronting and correcting Hollywood myths about the “Mohican warrior.” A former combat Marine and law enforcement officer with over 26 years of service,… Read More

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Curator's Tour: 'a good many hands'

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Ever wonder how objects are chosen for exhibitions? Or what discoveries are made during the process of putting an exhibit together? Join Senior Curator Christie Jackson for a behind-the-scenes view of the exhibit ‘a good many hands’ with special access to objects and the stories behind them. Your… Read More

Old Manse Exterior Summer

Home to Two Revolutions: Tour of the Old Manse

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Home to Two Revolutions – From the American Revolution of 1775 through the literary revolution of the mid-19th century, on this house tour we share the stories of Manse residents, both the famous and the lesser-known, who influenced and responded to the 19th century social, political and cultural changes that… Read More

Gather, Hunt, Protect: Our Connection to Land and Wildlife

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Travis Spice shares how traditional hunting, fishing, trapping, and gathering practices continue to thrive within the Stockbridge-Munsee Community—and how they are carried out today with deep respect for sustainability and balance. Learn about the wildlife and plants harvested, the seasonal knowledge that guides these practices, and the efforts taken… Read More

Reservation Life Through the Years

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Judith Ann Hartley shares personal reflections on growing up on the Stockbridge-Munsee Community reservation in Wisconsin. A writer, researcher, and member of the Mohican Writer’s Circle, she weaves together lived experience and scholarship to offer an intimate view of reservation life past and present. As a Native Northeast scholar, Hartley… Read More

Honoring our Warriors: Stockbridge Mohicans in the Revolutionary War

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Discover the often-overlooked role of the Stockbridge Mohicans in America’s fight for independence with Major Jo Ann Schedler, a retired U.S. Army officer and descendant of Chief John Konkapot. This powerful talk honors the bravery, sacrifice, and legacy of Mohican warriors who defended their homelands during the Revolutionary War through… Read More

Flashlight Tour

Attic Tours of The Old Manse

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Uncover the hidden stories of The Old Manse on this thrilling tour that takes you to the historic third-floor attic! While the 254-year-old museum is renowned for its famous writers, philosophers, and Revolutionary War heroes, we’ll dive into the lives of those who stayed in this intriguing space—visiting ministers, enslaved… Read More

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Flipping the Script: The Women of the Manse

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Join us for a captivating tour where we flip the script and delve into the untold stories of the remarkable women who lived in The Old Manse! Rather than focusing solely on the famous men, we’ll shine a light on the inspiring voices and experiences of the women whose lives… Read More