News of the Society
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Our Own Stories
Phillipston Residents and Historical Society Members
Our Own Stories
October 15th at 7 P.M. in the Congregational Church Vestry
Everyone has a special object, maybe a tool, a dish, a stone, a piece of jewelry, a photo, a card, a book ... something that was given to you by someone special or it may be something you purchased or found, and that object has a story. Please bring your item (or items) and share its story. Some of the stories will relate to family history, others will be military connected, or a friend or job related. It may or may not have monetary value, but it is precious to you. A person once said, "What you give away lasts forever, what you keep to yourself is gone when you're gone." This will be a special and personal evening and we invite you to participate. There will be refreshments to enjoy following the meeting. |
Posted Sep 29, 2019, 5:50 AM by Karl Hakkarainen
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Who Will Be For Me?
A Dramatic Historical Society Program on a Slave Woman's Life
Presented by Gwendolyn Quesaire-Presutti
April 24th at 7 P.M.
Phillipston Congregational Church Vestry
Gwendolyn is an accomplished actress and historical researcher of Women of Color, and she has combined these two skills to bring to life what it was like to be a slave for prominent people in history. In this program she will portray Oney Judge Staimes, the house servant for George and Martha Washington. She served them at their home at Mount Vernon and moved with them to the Capital after he was elected President. It's the story of the lowest in society working for the highest, insight into the life of the first President's household from a slave's point of view when slavery was allowed in all the states. (Massachusetts abolished slavery in 1781.)
All are welcome. It will be an unforgettable presentation, a good one for young people to experience as well. The Library is co-sponsoring this program with the Historical Society, and we are grateful to the Cultural Council for funding it. Light refreshments will be served following the program. |
Posted Apr 13, 2019, 2:30 PM by Karl Hakkarainen
Historical Society of Phillipston, Inc.
2015-2016 Directors, Officers, and Committees
Board of Directors (Officers + Directors) |
President – Jane French
Vice President – Emelda Haughton
Treasurer – Gerry Gariepy
Asst. Treasurer - Leslie Dossett
Clerk – Patricia Hawkins |
Historian – Terri Johnson
Curator – Jane French
Director (1 yr) – Brian Ward
Director (2 yrs) – Richard Hamel
Director (3 yrs) – Nancy MacEwen
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Assistants |
Correspondence Clerk - Carole Gariepy
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Membership Clerk – Kay Deans
Asst. Curator - Terri Johnson
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Building Committee |
Chair: Linda Langevin
Gerry Gariepy
Gerhard Fandreyer
Russell Flagg
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Leo Reponen
Peter Richard
Dave Bramhall
Jim Potter (Alternate) |
Nominating Committee |
Chair: Emelda Haughton
Sally Kastberg
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Bea Erickson |
Program Committee |
Chair: Carole Gariepy
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Stephanie Flynn |
Publicity Committee |
Claire Adomaitis
Kay Deans
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Ryan Twohey
Karl Hakkarainen
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Hospitality Committee |
Chair: Marie Lalena
Marilyn Holway
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Colleen Richard
Mary Polchlopek |
Ways and Means Committee |
Chair: Emelda Haughton
Nancy MacEwen
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David Bramhall
Evelyn (Dee) North |
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Mission
The Society’s mission is to cultivate an interest in the history of
Phillipston through research and education as well as to collect,
preserve and exhibit its historical artifacts and documents.
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Museum
The former Methodist church built c. 1849 and located on Rt. 2A has been
converted into the Society’s 3-season museum.
Summer Hours
Wednesday and Sunday 1-3PM or by appointment.
The museum is dedicated to the people of town.
Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers who can welcome visitors during museum
hours. Jane will train you on the exhibits and other features of the
museum and help you with questions that visitors may bring. Society
members and other townspeople who would like to help can call Jane at
978 249 4356.
Collections
The Society uses PastPerfect® museum software to catalog its collections.
Programs and Projects
Monthly Educational Programs
Topics are historical in nature and focus on some aspect of Phillipston's history. See our calendar for information about upcoming events. See the 2013-2014 program flyer (PDF) for additional information.
The Phillipston Tattler
The Society’s newsletter keeps members aware of programs, activities and resources of the Society.
A comprehensive history of the town written and illustrated by three
members of the Society. This book is available through the Society for
$30.00 plus shipping and handling.
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