From Beauport to Fenway Court: Five Houses at the Twilight of Gloucester’s ‘Gold Coast’ Era
Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesGloucester 400+ Lecture Series at Hammond Castle Museum From Beauport to Fenway Court: Five Houses at the Twilight of Gloucester’s ‘Gold Coast’ Era Presented by Caleb McMurphy Local historian Joe Garland dubbed the period between 1823 and 1929 the era of “The Gold Coast” of Boston’s North Shore. For over a century, from Nahant… Continue reading From Beauport to Fenway Court: Five Houses at the Twilight of Gloucester’s ‘Gold Coast’ Era
Make your own PRIDE Fidget
Younity 6 Elm St, Gloucester, MA, United StatesMake your own Pride-themed fidget at this fidget making workshop with NAGLY Cape Ann and the Sawyer Free Library Hosted by Younity Gloucester follow them on instagram at @younity_gloucester
Uncovering History & Celebrating Success at Wellspring House
PURCHASE OPENING CELEBRATION TICKETS EXHIBIT OPENING EVENT & CELEBRATION Friday, June 9 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Sponsors and supporters are invited to the Opening Celebration of the Freeman Family Exhibit “History Lives Here” at Wellspring’s historic home and to share in the achievements of current Wellspring students. Enjoy music from the… Continue reading Uncovering History & Celebrating Success at Wellspring House
The Art, Life and Times of Emily Sargent
Sargent House Museum 49 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA, United StatesGrand Opening Grand Opening of the Special Exhibit: The Art, Life and Times of Emily Sargent Gallery Only Admission $10; Members Free Emily Sargent, younger sister of famed American artist John Singer Sargent, was born to American parents in Rome in 1857. While Emily painted throughout her lifetime, she rarely exhibited. Much of her output… Continue reading The Art, Life and Times of Emily Sargent
RNAC Community Scavenger Hunt
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA, United States
Cemetery Tour Series: Cove Hill 1720
10AM Free Cemetery Tour “Cove Hill 1720” Cove Hill Cemetery 1052R Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 Rain Date: 11 June Park on Washington Street or take the Saturday CATA bus to Lanesville (https://canntran.com/routes/lanesville/). Look for the sign Lane’s Cove Cemetery on Washington Street and walk 350 feet down the lane to the cemetery. No driving or parking is allowed… Continue reading Cemetery Tour Series: Cove Hill 1720
Uncovering History & Celebrating Success at Wellspring House
FREE PUBLIC FESTIVAL & UNITY ART PROJECT Saturday, June 10 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Reserve Saturday Public Festival Tickets Come and learn about Gloucester’s Freeman family, Wellspring’s mission, and community life through exhibits, interactive art programming, music and more! The community is invited to experience Wellspring’s “History Lives Here” exhibit and interactive… Continue reading Uncovering History & Celebrating Success at Wellspring House
Pocket Museum Open House
Lanes Cove Fish ShackAfter the “Cove Hill 1720” 10AM cemetery tour and before the 1PM cemetery tour “Families of Lanesville”, purchase some lunch and drinks from the merchants in Lanesville and walk to Lane’s Cove to visit the Pocket Museum Open House at the small Fish Shack between 11:30AM – 1PM. There will also be a 30-minute presentation, History of Lane’s Cove, at… Continue reading Pocket Museum Open House
Cemetery Tour Series: Families of Lanesville
1PM Free Cemetery Tour, “Families of Lanesville” Langsford Street Cemetery 32-34 Langsford Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 Rain Date: 11 June Go to Eventbrite and register for this Langsford Street Cemetery tour. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-cemetery-tour-series-families-of-lanesville-tickets-634266186237 Park on Langsford Street or take the Saturday CATA bus to Lanesville (https://canntran.com/routes/lanesville/). Melissa & Russell Hobbs will share with you the local history of… Continue reading Cemetery Tour Series: Families of Lanesville
Interwoven Exhibit Opening Reception
Rockport Art Association 12 Main St, Rockport, MA, United StatesInterwoven: HIV/AIDS Long-Term Survivor Stories & Connections North Shore Health Project and Rockport Art Association & Museum are proud to present, “Interwoven: HIV/AIDS Long-term Survivor Stories & Connections,” a new spatial justice art project created by long-term survivors of HIV/AIDS living on the North Shore. This unique collection of handwoven and crocheted panels was created… Continue reading Interwoven Exhibit Opening Reception
Folk Showcase: Pete Lindberg
Sawyer Free Library - Temporary Location 21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, United StatesRecently returned from a 10-year stint in Nashville, Pete is back on Cape Ann to share his unique alt-country songwriting. Pete will perform a 45 minute set followed by a brief discussion on his approach to lyric and songwriting. No registration required
The Folly Cove Designers and the Compelling Language of Pattern
Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesGloucester 400+ Lecture Series at Hammond Castle Museum The Folly Cove Designers and the Compelling Language of Pattern – Presented by Elena M. Sarni. More information and tickets coming soon! Join us for a new lecture series celebrating Gloucester’s rich culture and history. Weekly on Tuesdays May 9 through June 13th 6:00pm to… Continue reading The Folly Cove Designers and the Compelling Language of Pattern
Celebrating Pride Month
Celebrate PRIDE by joining the Community in Downtown Gloucester on Main Street. Stores will be open late in honor of the occassion.