“Adventures in History” Author Talk: Jan 26th
The Holliston Historical Society is pleased to welcome local author, Walter McClennen, on Sunday, January 26th at 2:00 PM.
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Sea Chantey Musical Program–Sunday, Sept 8, 2 PM
Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM Please join us as we welcome Jerry Bryant to the Holliston Historical Society on Sunday, September 8, at 2:00 PM. Jerry will present a musical program on traditional sea chanteys. All are welcome to attend this free program in the barn at 547 Washington St. in Holliston. Refreshments […]
Restoring An Old House: The Squire Bagley House
Program at the Holliston Historical Society Tuesday, March 19th at 7:00 PM On March 19, 2024 we will welcome Holliston resident, Denis Semprebon, owner of Beacon Hill Restoration, to the Holliston Historical Society. Denis will speak about his work restoring the Squire Bagley House in Amesbury. Built circa 1780, this house was expanded over the […]
Ruth Bader Ginsburg–“I Dissent”
A Joint Program with the Friends of the Holliston Public Library Tuesday, January 30th from 7-8 PM About 35 people attended this event. Using props, video, and audio in a multi-media show, Sheryl Faye became Ruth at various times in her life. One attendee told Sheryl that she had brought RBG to life in a […]
A Walk Through Central Burial Ground (beside Town Hall)–postponed to Sunday, November 5th at 3:00 PM due to rain.
Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 3:30pm–postponed to Nov 5th, 3:00 PM A good-sized crowd gathered on November 5, 2023 to walk in the cemetery and learn about some of the people who are buried there. The traffic sounds and the crunchy autumn leaves made it difficult to hear at times, but Joanne Hulbert gave an […]
Paul Revere Came!
On Sunday, April 23rd at 2pm about 90 people had a visit from none other than Paul Revere. We could hear the hoofbeats as he rode his horse up to the barn. The audience listened attentively as actor Daniel Berger-Jones from Boston Historical Tours portrayed the renowned midnight messenger and silversmith. He recounted his days […]
Holliston People and Places: A series of short videos
Holliston People & Places, a production of the Holliston Historical Society and Holliston Cable Access Television. Live stream by clicking the links below or by cutting and pasting the address into your browser. Coming attractions include “The Poor Farm”. Our thanks go to HCAT TV for their collaboration with these short videos. To watch “The […]
Spring Programming Update
Revised June 3, 2020 To our members and friends: With the current restrictions due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we have postponed the planned programs listed below. Please watch for additions to this list as the situation and timeframe for caution in holding gatherings continues to evolve. We look forward to rescheduling these events […]
Postponed: Holliston Women Get The Vote
Unfortunately, we are postponing this program given the current COVID-19 situation. Please stay tuned for a new date announcement, and be well! WOMEN’S SUFFRAGE – HOW WOMEN FOUGHT FOR VOTING RIGHT HERE IN HOLLISTON Many women recently exercised their right to vote by casting their ballots in the presidential primary. However, women were not always […]
The Story of the U.S.S. Constitution
On Sunday, February 23 at 2:00pm, John Benda, USN, a Holliston resident and the 76th Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Constitution, will discuss the fascinating story of the oldest commissioned warship afloat. Benda will trace the ship’s history from her launch in 1797 up to today. He will also share news about her current crew […]