Discover 18th-century Salem through the lives of the Pickering Family, as their home witnessed a century of transformation. This lecture explores how Salem evolved from a provincial port town into a hub of revolution, commerce, and global connections, while the Pickerings navigated the tides of independence, politics, and daily life. See how one family’s story offers a unique window into …
To celebrate the opening day of Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone, join exhibition curators and contemporary artists for a reflective conversation on Edmonia Lewis herself. As the first woman artist of Black and Indigenous descent to achieve widespread international acclaim, Lewis was famous during her lifetime in the late 1800s. However, her remarkable career and marble sculpture have largely remained …
If you love chocolate, you won’t want to miss this unique and tasty experience! Local Registered Dietitian Jennifer Jasmin will be blending science and history to satisfy your curiosity about why we all seem to think chocolate tastes so darn good. $30 ticket fee includes 3 gourmet chocolates, 3 months all-access subscription to Jennifer Jasmin’s Patreon site, and a discount …
Step back into 17th-century Salem and experience its story through the eyes of the Pickering Family, who have called their house home since 1660. This engaging lecture will trace Salem’s earliest days of settlement, faith, trade, and daily life, weaving together the broader history of a growing New England town with the intimate perspective of one family living under the …
