Friday, October 4 Explore the Massachusetts State Archives John Warner, Archivist of the Commonwealth Learning from Historic Maps Staff of the Norman B. Leventhal Map and Education Center Networking Dinner Fox’d and Fuddled: The History of Colonial Drinking The raucous and rakish Ambrose Gosling will entertain you! 21+ Priced separately; advance registration required here […]
Part of the Old Planters Reunion, registration for the full weekend here. 10:00 am Collections of the Massachusetts State Archives John D. Warner, Jr. Archivist of the Commonwealth will focus on colonial records and early Mass Bay history. 1:00 pm Learning from Historic Maps Staff of the Norman B. Leventhal Map and Education Center will […]
Colonial New Englanders were prolific imbibers, drinking roughly three times as much alcohol as modern Americans. Drinking was not only a means of physical and emotional survival but also the driving force behind the growing popularity of taverns that played a vital role in colonial political and social life. Join us at Historic Beverly’s 1781 […]
Part of the Old Planters Reunion; full registration available here. Are you interested in Beverly’s Revolutionary era maritime history? Then this is the tour for you! Join us as we journey through Beverly to visit the homes and businesses of some of Beverly’s most famous privateers! Experience Beverly’s beautiful waterfront views as our guides explain […]
Part of the Old Planters Reunion; full registration available here Join us for the biennial Balch Family Meeting. Help us to envision the future for the house; all are welcome. Boxed lunch available here, or bring your own. Order by 10/1. Meeting is free, but registration is required.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Salem and join us for a candle-lit evening to tour the Hale House and hear some spooky stories from Beverly’s past while enjoying ale from Gentile Brewing Company. Tours at 5, 5:30, 6, 6:30, 7 Recommended for ages 16+ for tour. Alcohol service for guests 21 and over. Cash […]
Beverly’s oldest burial ground is rich with history. We’ll discuss the history of the cemetery, the building of Abbott Street through the middle and what happened to those who were buried there, historic preservation practices, and highlight some of the notable burials found within its grounds. Distance: .35 miles; approximately 1 hr. Space Limited; advance […]
On June 23rd, 1689, Goodwife Christian Trask was found dead in her home after a long period of troubling behavior. Three fatal wounds had been inflicted with a small pair of scissors. Was it suicide? Murder? Witchcraft? Calling all super sleuths to join us at Hale Farm to solve the case! Play one of several […]
Step back in time at this 30-minute musical history program and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the early 19th century as Viennese pianist Daniel Adam Maltz reflects on and showcases Historic Beverly’s meticulously restored c.1823 Chickering square grand piano. This exceptional instrument, lovingly brought back to its former glory this year, offers a […]
Step back in time at this 30-minute musical history program and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the early 19th century as Viennese pianist Daniel Adam Maltz reflects on and showcases Historic Beverly’s meticulously restored c.1823 Chickering square grand piano. This exceptional instrument, lovingly brought back to its former glory this year, offers a […]
Step back in time at this 30-minute musical history program and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the early 19th century as Viennese pianist Daniel Adam Maltz reflects on and showcases Historic Beverly’s meticulously restored c.1823 Chickering square grand piano. This exceptional instrument, lovingly brought back to its former glory this year, offers a […]
When you think of a witch, what kind of person do you imagine? It may be the image of a witch that Hollywood has conjured, but throughout most of history, it has often been women at the fringes of society and those unwilling to follow societal norms who have been cast as witches. A popular […]
Escape the hustle and bustle of Salem and join us for a candle-lit evening as we tour the Hale House and hear some spooky stories from Beverly’s past. Space is limited so make sure to purchase your ticket in advance. Recommended for ages 16+. $12; HB members receive 20% off Tickets here
Enjoy a special Halloween double feature. Join us for a candle-lit tour of the Hale House while hearing spooky stories from Beverly’s past. We will then take a short break for donuts and cider before we head over to the Abbott St. Cemetery to tour the Ancient Burial Ground by candlelight. Space is limited; please […]
Have you ever wondered about some of the first African-Americans in Beverly? In this program we will tell stories of some African-Americans and other people of color through objects and documents in Historic Beverly’s collection, whether mentioned in ship cargo logs, wills, bills of sale, newspapers, and many other documents, including some associated with anti-slavery […]