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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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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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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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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Decades of Rock Band

Summer Beer Garden – Decades of ROCK!

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Tuesday, August 25th Summer Beer Garden Music Series with DECADES of ROCK! $10 per person admission and a cash bar: I.D. REQUIRED 5:00 – 8:00pm. Tickets available on  EVENTBRITE , and at the gate. Free door prize raffle. Children 10 and under are free. Rain date Wednesday August 26th Glen…

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Musicians on a porch

Porch Swing Open Mic

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Friday, 8/21 , 11:30am. Friday Music in the Square presents The Porch Swing Live acoustic open mic on the Page House Porch. Bring your lunch and enjoy your friends making music. Bring your lunch. Rain or shine. We’ll move next door, into air conditioned Tapley Memorial Hall, if it is…

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REV250 Exhibits

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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! The Spirit of ’76: Danvers and the American Revolution : We have expanded our 18th century exhibit. American…

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Yoga with Ellen

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Tuesdays 6:30 to 7:30 pm Through August 2026. No advance sign-up required. All levels welcome. Special attention to modifications and new students. Ellen Dempsey, RYT 200   Ellen.danvers.yoga@gmail.com Introductory Price $15 per class. Check, Cash, Venmo accepted. Historical Society members are eligible for a discount. Tapley Memorial Hall, 13 Page Street,…

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Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

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Wednesday, August 12, 5pm  Reserve your tickets HERE. Arrive early to create your own mask to immerse yourself in this magical evening. Fun evening for all ages! Glen Magna Farms, 29 Ingersoll St. Danvers, MA The Danvers Historical Society is proud to host Theatre In The Open’s production of Shakespeare’s…

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