In honor of America’s 250th, let’s continue to explore prominent people, events, and diverse perspectives on the American Revolution and what it means to be an American today. SECOND TUESDAYS FROM AUGUST -DECEMBER FREE TO ATTEND Thanks to Mass Humanities, six attendees can receive all five books for free. Please call to inquire. 508-888-4213. Register ... Read more
Tales of the Unexplained: Superstitions, Magic & Folklore of Puritan New England Gather ‘round the table in the Nye Tavern and experience supernatural stories of Colonial New England by candlelight. You’ll be regaled with tales of the past that explore Puritan beliefs on the supernatural & spirits, witchcraft and magic. This atmospheric storytelling event is ... Read more
Autumn Gathering Fall Festival Step into the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall in New England at our Autumn Gathering Fall Festival! Our historic house museum comes alive with hands-on demonstrations, traditional crafts, lively storytelling, and the everyday skills of New England’s past. Visitors can watch wool transform through the dyeing process, try their hand at making ... Read more
This lecture delves into several intriguing myths and unusual tales related to the South Shore of Massachusetts. I don’t simply repeat the tales…I am more interested in the story behind the story. I share my research on how and why some of these strange examples of local lore came to be told and the extent ... Read more
Join Quilter Ellie Held for a four-day quilting retreat at the picturesque Nye Museum in East Sandwich. There is plenty of natural light in the historic Grange Hall where you will enjoy camaraderie with quilt enthusiasts. Lunch will not be served, so please bring your lunch. A refrigerator is available, also coffee,tea, and water. Goodies ... Read more
Dr. Benjamin Remillard is a historian and visiting assistant professor at Providence College whose research centers on Black, Indigenous, and other Patriots of color in the American Revolution. His work uncovers the complex, often overlooked stories of these veterans and their activism. Dr. Remillard's scholarship highlights that Patriots of color contributed throughout the entire conflict—from ... Read more
Save the Date - Saturday, September 18thPastries & Coffee SocialBusiness Meeting Museum ToursClambake Luncheon- Choice of Chicken, Beef or Lobster Afternoon Entertainment Friday, September 17 at 4:00PM, Lecture Presentation with Nye Museum Educator, Marge Donley More details to follow! $20 registration only $80 includes registration and clambake luncheon
