Learn about the rare 1776 copy of the Declaration, printed in Salem, in our From Revolution to Republic exhibit. Get the inside story on objects or historical events with these individual Spotlight Tours. These tours are casual 15-minute conversations that take place throughout the month. Topics change regularly but may include visitor favorites or an […]
Join us this Veteran's Day weekend as we stroll through Central Cemetery and delve deep into Beverly's vibrant history. This enhanced version of the tour will specifically focus on Beverly's Revolutionary War veterans and their stories. Our guided excursions will offer a glimpse into some of Beverly's most notable residents and bring life to the […]
Would it surprise you to hear that Beverly was once full of privateers? Before you go picturing sailors with eye patches roaming along Cabot Street come to our spotlight talk on Privateer Captain Hugh Hill and learn about what the privateer life was really like. Yo ho! Free with admission
Moses Brown was a successful Beverly merchant and captain in the Revolutionary War who engaged in several business ventures here in Beverly. Find out more as we explore him in this spotlight talk! Free with admission
Ticket sales have ended. We are looking forward to welcoming ticket holders this Tuesday at 6:00 pm! Join us in historic Memorial Hall for a very special event. Enjoy a 4-course dinner from Relish Catering and Events paired with local beer from Gentile Brewing Company, and learn a little about Beverly's role in the America […]
Moses Brown was a successful Beverly merchant and captain in the Revolutionary War who engaged in several business ventures here in Beverly. Find out more as we explore him in this spotlight talk! Spotlights are focused talks, 15 minutes long and free with admission. Available remotely through Zoom; watch from anywhere here.
Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit. In 1898, Henry Cabot Lodge published his book, “The Story of the Revolution” in which he tells the history of the Revolutionary War. For this two volume book, Lodge commissioned a handful of artists to create images illustrating visual content for specific passages in the […]
Everyone knows the story of Lexington and Concord, but did you know that the first naval engagement of the American Revolution took place right off of Beverly’s Coast? Come learn a little about the battle of the Hannah and the Nautilus. Stop by for this 15 minute talk, free with admission.
What exactly is a brown bess musket? Stop by to learn a little about the history of muskets and to see a real one carried during the American Revolution. This is a 15 minute talk that is free with admission.
Why did the founding fathers think that July 2nd, would be the day we celebrated American Independence? Stop by for this 15 minute talk to find out! Free with admission