Elizabeth Freeman and New Research into Enslavement at The Ashley House
Join Livy Scott, our Decorative Arts Trust Curatorial Fellow, for a special guided tour of The Ashley House focusing on her new research and discoveries about the lives of those enslaved in the Ashley household, including Elizabeth Freeman and at least eight other individuals (Betsey, Brom, Harry, Ceaser, Mary, Adam Mullen,… Read More
American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse
Many who fought for liberty and independence from Great Britain also enslaved other people – a contradiction that is at the heart of the American Revolution. At the Old Manse, we see this contradiction embodied in the life of William Emerson, “Patriot Preacher” and slave holder. We also… Read More
Flipping the Script: The Women of the Manse
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
Cancelled – The Revolutions of The Ashley House: A Guided Tour
Discover how the ideals of liberty and justice played out in complex ways within this 18th-century homestead on a thought-provoking guided tour. This wasn’t just the home of prominent patriot John Ashley and his family, but also of the people they enslaved here. One of them, Elizabeth ‘Mum Bett’… Read More
Full Moon Yoga Series
Join Mel of La Onda Studios (@laondastudios) for three part summer yoga series that honors the full moon of each of the summer months: June 11, July 10, & August 9, 6-7:30 PM. Mel will be leading a Vinyasa flow focusing on… Read More
Mohicans, Missionaries and Migrating Colonists: A Guided Tour
New England’s Colonial history—from the perspective of the colonists as well as the indigenous peoples who preceded them—comes alive inside the home to the first missionary to the Mohicans. This National Historic Landmark was originally built around 1742 by the Rev. John Sergeant, the first missionary to… Read More
Iconoclast Dinner Experience: The King is Dead
The Farm Institute is thrilled to host the Iconoclast Dinner Experience again this year. For more information about this event and to buy tickets (pre-registration required), please visit their website by using the link to register. The phrase “The king is dead, long live the king!” dates back… Read More
American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse
Many who fought for liberty and independence from Great Britain also enslaved other people – a contradiction that is at the heart of the American Revolution. At the Old Manse, we see this contradiction embodied in the life of William Emerson, “Patriot Preacher” and slave holder. We also… Read More
Flipping the Script: The Women of the Manse
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
Nature Play & Learn at the World Breastfeeding Week Celebration
Join the Trustees’ Mobile Adventures at the World Breastfeeding Week Celebration at HealthFirst Family Care Center, for FREE nature play & learning! Friday 8/1 from 10-12pm get ready to bug out with Mobile Adventures! This week, we’re exploring the tiny world of insects, worms, spiders, and everything in between. Whether… Read More
The Ashley House Reimagined: A Curator’s Tour
Join Livy Scott, Decorative Arts Trust Curatorial Fellow, for a guided tour introducing the new reinterpretation of the Ashley House. Learn about her research into this home, its free and enslaved occupants, and highlights of the impressive decorative arts collection. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Financial assistance available… Read More
American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse
Many who fought for liberty and independence from Great Britain also enslaved other people – a contradiction that is at the heart of the American Revolution. At the Old Manse, we see this contradiction embodied in the life of William Emerson, “Patriot Preacher” and slave holder. We also… Read More