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The Groton History Center hosts special events throughout the year and shares information about history-related programs and activities in Groton and the surrounding region.
Old & Rare Books with Ken Gloss
Old and Rare Books with Brattle Book Shop’s Ken Gloss Sunday, October 4, 2:00—4:00 PM Sibley Hall Groton Public Library 99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450 FREE REGISTRATION: https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/…/hold-for-ken…/ Join us for a special presentation by Ken Gloss, second-generation proprietor of Boston’s famed Brattle Book
Since its officially spooky season we thought it would be a good time to show you the Hearse in our collection. Bought by the town in 1900, the hearse was in commission until 1936. Starting in the late 18th century, burials and funerals in Groton were a town-run service. They were simple and overseen by the undertaker until the mid 20th century, when privatised funeral homes and more elaborate burial services came into fashion. #SpookySeason #hearse #localhistory #grotonhistory ...
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Check out our “staff picks” of the Boutwell Houses extensive book collection. And check out Old & Rare Books with Brattle Book Shop’s Ken Gloss, Lecture & Appraisals, Sunday October 4th at 2 PM, Groton Public Library!
#antiquebooks #staffpicks #books #grotonhistory #localhistory ...
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For this “What is it? Wednesday,” we have this object featured right here. Any guesses on what this object is or how it was used? We cant know for sure but our educated guess is……that this object is an 18th century
Mouse-trap. This primitive trap is constructed from
wood and wrought iron. It was probably handcrafted for use in a rural household or farm. The trap’s iron mechanism was designed to catch rodents entering the
wooden enclosure, reflecting the practical ingenuity of everyday life in early New England. #grotonhistory #localhistoy #mousetrap ...
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Here are some moments from Saturday’s ‘George and Georgie’ at Home. We had such a good time with everyone that stopped by. Huge thanks to George and Georgianna for bringing the Boutwell House to life! Photo credit: Steve Lieman. #georgeboutwell #localhistory #grotonhistory ...
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Old & Rare Books with Ken Gloss is this Sunday October 4th at the Groton Public Library. Apologies for the incorrect date originally listed. Co-sponsored with the Groton Public Library MA ...
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Enjoy this “dramatic” reading of some letters between George and Georgianna. You can see these original letters and talk to George and Georgianna themselves, as we have two costumed interpreters at the Boutwell house tomorrow 11am-2pm! Swing by for some shelter from the rain☔️
#boutwellhouse #groton #letterreading #localhistory ...
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