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Paul Revere’s Time Capsule

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Thursday, August 27th, Noon at the Danvers Senior Center 25 Stone St. A mini exhibit of similar artifacts will be on display. Lunchtime History Films, bring your lunch!  OR 48 hr advance sign-up for congregate lunch. Call 978-762-0208 Menu found in the monthly Oniontown Seniors Newsletter here. A casual discussion…

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18th Annual Parade of Trees: Dec. 2nd – 6th

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Open Wednesday December 2nd through December 6th, 2026 To participate this year please contact us: paradeoftrees@danvershistory.org Visit in person at Tapley Memorial Hall 2nd-6th, to purchase raffle tickets for your chance to win a beautiful display! The Danvers Historical Society invites you to usher in the holiday season at Tapley…

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Atlatl targets

Atlatl Day

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Saturday, Sept. 12th  9am – 3pm at the Rebecca Nurse Homestead, 149 Pine Street, Danvers RAIN date is Sunday Sept. 13th 9am – 3pm Try your hand at ancient hunting practices! The technique of using an atlatl or spear throwing stick is an ancient global technology. Join the Eugene Winter…

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REV100 Commemorative Plate

NEW Exhibits in our museum Tapley Memorial Hall

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Newly installed exhibits at Tapley Memorial Hall. We are excited to share new exhibits celebrating Rev 250. Arrive early to one of our many events at Tapley Hall and explore artifacts from our collections! American Revolution Era Tableware : Reflecting wealth, social status, and political leanings. Pottery and tableware in the American…

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Coconut Grove Fire

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Monday, September 14th Noon at Tapley Memorial Hall. Lunchtime History Films, bring your lunch! A casual discussion and 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films, Dan Tremblay, volunteer and member of DHS. 2026 Film Topics(subject to change): Sept 14: Coconut Grove Fire Oct. 22: Blizzard of ’78   2026: Partnering with…

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Dynamic Dames of Danvers

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Tuesday and Thursday Sept. 15th & 17th,  10am to 11:30am. Discover five women of Danvers who accomplished amazing things in their lives. A poet/abolitionist, an author/historian, an educator/ suffragist, a political delegate/actress and an entrepreneur businesswoman. 1-1/2 mile walking tour to explore the lives of these 5 dynamic women in…

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Yoga with Ellen

Yoga with Ellen

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Tuesday, 15th 6:30 to 7:30 pm FREE session Sept 15th to celebrate Trails & Sails! Reservation Recommended All levels welcome. Special attention to modifications and new students. Gentle yoga for beginners and experienced yogis, focusing on supportive modifications and finding stability within your reach. Ellen Dempsey, RYT 200   Ellen.danvers.yoga@gmail.com https://www.ellensyogaclasses.com/…

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The American Story in Song

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Wednesday, September 16, 7pm The duo Sultana weaves history, original songs, and a slideshow for a unique and fun look at U.S. history and legends. It is a story of heroes and celebrities, immigrants and indigenous peoples, injustices and progress. Visits are paid to a legendary heroine, a sports superstar,…

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Dynamic Dames of Danvers

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Tuesday and Thursday Sept. 15th & 17th,  10am to 11:30am. Discover five women of Danvers who accomplished amazing things in their lives. A poet/abolitionist, an author/historian, an educator/ suffragist, a political delegate/actress and an entrepreneur businesswoman. 1-1/2 mile walking tour to explore the lives of these 5 dynamic women in…

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Derby Summer House

Reaper and the Milkmaid

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Saturday, September 19th, 9am-11:30am. Rain date 9/20 Glen Magna Farms, 29 Ingersoll Street, Danvers 4 persons inside the Derby Summer House at any one time. Arrive early to stroll the historic gardens. A casual gathering of experts sharing their knowledge of the history and restoration of the iconic statues on…

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Revolutionary Tea on a Gambrel Roof

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Sunday, September 20th, 3pm A free event as part of Trails & Sails. Reservations stringly reccomended for this event! Arrive early to enjoy our exhibits. Doors open at 2:30pm. A dramatization of ‘A Gambrel Roof’, a poem by Lucy Larcom. Back by popular demand! A creative theatrical presentation of a…

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