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SUMMARY:12th Annual Gala Day: Vintage Lawn Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the elegance and charm of a bygone era at our 12th Annual Vintage Lawn Party\, inspired by the original Gala Day garden parties held at the Homestead from 1912 through 1929! Whether you prefer the elegant Titanic-era fashions of the early 1910s\, the practical wartime styles\, or the vibrant flapper looks of the Roaring Twenties. Pull out your vintage attire\, pack a picnic\, and spend the day with us—or come as you are in modern casual and simply soak in the nostalgic ambiance. \nThe site will be open from 11am-3pm.  \nGeneral Admission is $20 at-the-door. To pre-purchase tickets CLICK HERE. (Under 16 are FREE) \n\nExplore the Historic Nurse Homestead Museum and its beautiful grounds.\nLive music by Wolverine Jazz Band\nInstant Portrait Photos by Vintage Girl Studios\nTry your hand at playing period-style lawn games. We have Badminton\, Croquet\, Horseshoes\, and Lawn Shuffleboard. (But feel free to bring your own lawn games as well.)\nWatch silent “moving pictures” & play period table games like cribbage and dominoes.\nFree Kids Crafts\n\nYou are also welcome and encouraged to bring your own snacks or a picnic lunch (please no alcoholic beverages). Some light refreshments including Pastries\, Snacks\, Lemonade\, and Rootbeer Floats will also be available for purchase. \nPre-Purchase one of our picnic baskets (must be ordered in advance) CLICK HERE to order.
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/12th-annual-gala-day-vintage-lawn-party/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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SUMMARY:Patriots Day Remembrance & Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Every year on Patriots Day\, the members of the Danvers Alarm List Company gather to honor the brave men from Danvers who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Jason Russell House on April 19th\, 1775\, by participating in a special mini-marathon of commemoration ceremonies. \nThis year\, in commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of Patriots Day\, we’re expanding our programming. For the first time\, we’ll offer Trolley transportation\, allowing not only our reenactors but also members of the public to join us at each of our historic stops. Our knowledgeable reenactors will share the story of the 16 mile march made to the Battle of Menotomy and the lives of the men we lost that day. \nAt each stop of the graves and monuments dedicated to the seven Danvers men\, we will hold a brief ceremony and a volley salute. Reenactors will also bring history to life with engaging spoken dialogue aboard the Trolleys. \nTrolleys will pick-up and drop-off at the Rebecca Nurse Homestead. There is plenty of parking available but once we leave the Homestead at 7:50am we will not be returning until around 12:30pm\, so please keep this in mind. (We will have portable toilets available at the Nurse Homestead before departure and upon return.) \nFor the list of stops and to purchase tickets CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/patriots-day-remembrance-trolley-tour/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241026T180000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Tours: Magic in the 17th Century
DESCRIPTION:These are the only evening tours that we do of the Homestead\, they will be offered only on select weekend nights this October.\n\n\n\n\nThe feature portion of this special event will be a talk in our replica Village Meeting House about 17th century Puritan beliefs in magic and witchcraft. We will discuss what was considered magic in the 17th century and the kinds of evidence used to accuse and convict people during the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria of 1692. \n\nAlso part of the evenings activities is a walk-thru of the circa 1678 Nurse Family home. You will you wander through the completely candle lit home and you will be able to imagine what it was like living here over 330 years ago. \nHere you will also see a special exhibit with various items used for countermagic from the 17th century and modern day. \nAdults: $15      Seniors: $13        Children (6-16): $10\n\nImportant Information:\n\n\nTo those who have sensitivity to dark spaces\, or flickering lights please note that the interior of the Nurse family home will be lit only with flickering candles\, and it will be partially dark inside.\nFor this experience we do NOT allow the use of flashlights or flash photography while in the house .\nThis is NOT a spooky or haunted attraction. The candlelight provides a glimpse into what a typical colonial house interior would look like in the early fall.\n\nPlease plan travel time accordingly as added traffic in October could delay arrival\, also prepare for any kind of weather\, temperatures can be unpredictable this time of year. Guests should plan to be on site approximately 1 hour for this program. \nDue to limited entry tickets and high demand for tickets in October\, refunds will only be given with 48 hours notice. Any questions please call (978)774-8799.
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/twilight-tours-magic-in-the-17th-century-3/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T171500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T181500
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SUMMARY:Twilight Tours: Magic in the 17th Century
DESCRIPTION:These are the only evening tours that we do of the Homestead\, they will be offered only on select weekend nights this October.\n\n\n\n\nThe feature portion of this special event will be a talk in our replica Village Meeting House about 17th century Puritan beliefs in magic and witchcraft. We will discuss what was considered magic in the 17th century and the kinds of evidence used to accuse and convict people during the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria of 1692. \n\nAlso part of the evenings activities is a walk-thru of the circa 1678 Nurse Family home. You will you wander through the completely candle lit home and you will be able to imagine what it was like living here over 330 years ago. \nHere you will also see a special exhibit with various items used for countermagic from the 17th century and modern day. \nAdults: $15      Seniors: $13        Children (6-16): $10\n\nImportant Information:\n\n\nTo those who have sensitivity to dark spaces\, or flickering lights please note that the interior of the Nurse family home will be lit only with flickering candles\, and it will be partially dark inside.\nFor this experience we do NOT allow the use of flashlights or flash photography while in the house .\nThis is NOT a spooky or haunted attraction. The candlelight provides a glimpse into what a typical colonial house interior would look like in the early fall.\n\nPlease plan travel time accordingly as added traffic in October could delay arrival\, also prepare for any kind of weather\, temperatures can be unpredictable this time of year. Guests should plan to be on site approximately 1 hour for this program. \nDue to limited entry tickets and high demand for tickets in October\, refunds will only be given with 48 hours notice. Any questions please call (978)774-8799. \n\n 
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/twilight-tours-magic-in-the-17th-century-2/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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SUMMARY:Twilight Tours: Magic in the 17th Century
DESCRIPTION:These are the only evening tours that we do of the Homestead\, they will be offered only on select weekend nights this October.\n\n\n\n\nThe feature portion of this special event will be a talk in our replica Village Meeting House about 17th century Puritan beliefs in magic and witchcraft. We will discuss what was considered magic in the 17th century and the kinds of evidence used to accuse and convict people during the Salem Witchcraft Hysteria of 1692. \n\nAlso part of the evenings activities is a walk-thru of the circa 1678 Nurse Family home. You will you wander through the completely candle lit home and you will be able to imagine what it was like living here over 330 years ago. \nHere you will also see a special exhibit with various items used for countermagic from the 17th century and modern day. \nAdults: $15      Seniors: $13        Children (6-16): $10\n\nImportant Information:\n\n\nTo those who have sensitivity to dark spaces\, or flickering lights please note that the interior of the Nurse family home will be lit only with flickering candles\, and it will be partially dark inside.\nFor this experience we do NOT allow the use of flashlights or flash photography while in the house .\nThis is NOT a spooky or haunted attraction. The candlelight provides a glimpse into what a typical colonial house interior would look like in the early fall.\n\nPlease plan travel time accordingly as added traffic in October could delay arrival\, also prepare for any kind of weather\, temperatures can be unpredictable this time of year. Guests should plan to be on site approximately 1 hour for this program. \nDue to limited entry tickets and high demand for tickets in October\, refunds will only be given with 48 hours notice. Any questions please call (978)774-8799. \n\n 
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/twilight-tours-magic-in-the-17th-century/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T153000
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SUMMARY:Lecture and book signing with Dan Gagnon
DESCRIPTION:Historian Daniel A. Gagnon will discuss his biography of Salem Witch Trials victim Rebecca Nurse\, A Salem Witch: The Trial\, Execution\, and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse. In this first full account of Nurse’s life\, he explores 17th-Century Salem\, Nurse’s role in the events of 1692\, and challenges previous interpretations of the 1692 Salem Witch-Hunt\n\nDan serves on the board of directors of the Rebecca Nurse Homestead Museum\, is a member of the Danvers Historical Society\, and is Chairman of the Town of Danvers’ Salem Village Historic District Commission. He has shared his research through many in-person and online programs\, including C-SPAN’s television program American History TV\, and has served as a subject-matter expert for local media
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/lecture-and-book-signing-with-dan-gagnon/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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SUMMARY:"None Ought...Keep Fellowship With Devils"; Reverend Parris Returns
DESCRIPTION:Join the congregation as Reverend Parris will lead a Puritan plain style morning service and preach the sermon that he delivered on March 27\, 1692\, soon after the outbreak of the witchcraft episode throughout Essex County. \nDonald Friary\, a Salem resident and historian of religion and architecture in early America\, will appear in costume and in character as Reverend Parris. \nFollowing the service\, Friary will discuss the Puritan plain style in the service of worship\, the sermon\, meetinghouse architecture\, and Puritan literature. \nThe entire program will last between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nTickets are $20 per person. Registration is required. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets. \nThis program is hosted in partnership with Essex Heritage
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/none-ought-keep-fellowship-with-devils-reverend-parris-returns/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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SUMMARY:Battle of Menotomy: Myth\, Lore\, & History
DESCRIPTION:Professor Donald Hayes\, will be presenting on his recent research and discovery of the role Danvers militias played in the Battle of Menotomy at the time of the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Danvers lost seven men that day\, second only to Lexington itself. He will highlight what is myth and lore about the events vs what is documented fact. Hayes is a longtime member of the Danvers Alarm List Company\, a living history unit reenacting the Danvers Militia of 1775. \nCapacity will be limited\, pre-registration is highly suggested. \nCLICK HERE to register \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Trails & Sails event series by EssexHeritage
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/battle-of-menotomy-myth-lore-history/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240923T190000
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CREATED:20240828T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Mary Estey: Her Life\, Execution\, and her Historic Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Mary Estey’s story is often overshadowed by her sister\, Rebecca Nurse\, in the history of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. This presentation will encompass Mary’s life from her humble beginnings in Great Yarmouth\, her family life\, border disputes\, through to her execution and her courage in the face of all that was stacked against her. Presented by Rebbecca Nurse Homestead volunteer Mary Louise Bingham\, a descendant of Mary Estey. \nCapacity will be limited\, pre-registration is highly suggested. \nCLICK HERE to register \nThis event is part of the Trails & Sails event series by EssexHeritage
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/mary-estey-her-life-execution-and-her-historic-legacy/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240916T190000
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SUMMARY:Skeletons in the Closet: The Life and Afterlife of George Jacobs Sr.
DESCRIPTION:This presentation by author and board member of the Rebecca Nurse Homestead; Daniel A. Gagnon will explore why 1692 Witch-Hunt victim George Jacobs Sr.’s grave was left unmarked\, while Rebecca Nurse’s purported grave was memorialized\, how Danvers (Salem Village) confronted its legacy of the witch-hunt\, and why the bones of a man executed in 1692 did so much traveling. \nCapacity will be limited\, pre-registration is highly suggested. \nCLICK HERE to register \nThis event is part of the Trails & Sails event series by EssexHeritage
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/skeletons-in-the-closet-the-life-and-afterlife-of-george-jacobs-sr/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240716T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240716T140000
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED July 16th due to Heat
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URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/museum-closed-july-16th-due-to-heat/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240608T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T150000
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SUMMARY:Annual Gala Day: 1920's Lawn Party & Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual summer fundraiser Gala Day!\n\n\nEnjoy a 1920s Picnic and Lawn Party: play classic games on the beautiful grounds and partake in vintage entertainment and fare.\nFor this year’s theme we are traveling back to the 1920s! Come experience our version of Gala Day. We encourage guests who would like\, to come dressed in their best 1920s attire and spend the day with us!\n\nThe site will be open from 11am-3pm. (Event is rain or shine\, in the event of a rainy day some things may be moved indoors or cancelled\, check back on our FB for most up-to-date info)\n\nGeneral Admission is $15 (plus fees)Under 16 will be FREETickets at-the-door will be $20 (save a couple bucks and pre-purchase) CLICK HERE to order tickets\n\n-Explore the Historic Nurse Homestead Museum and its beautiful grounds.\nLive music by Wolverine Jazz Band\nVintage Cars in partnership with The Greater Boston Vintage Society\nVintage Vendors from Picture This Antiques\,  The Salem Flea Marketplace\, Picker Packer & Grumb and Handsome Hobo Neckwear\nTry your hand at playing period-style lawn games. We have Badminton\, Croquet\, Horseshoes\, and Lawn Shuffleboard. (But feel free to bring your own lawn games as well.)\nWatch silent “moving pictures” & play period table games like cribbage and dominoes.\nFree Kids Craft\n\nYou are welcomed and encouraged to bring your own snacks or a picnic lunch (please no alcoholic beverages) . Some light refreshments including Pastries\, Lemonade\, and Rootbeer Floats will also be available for purchase.\nThere will also be picnic boxes for sale (which must be ordered in advance and will not be available to order the day of the event) CLICK HERE to pre-order.\n\nCLICK HERE to learn more about the original “Gala Day & Garden Party” The first Gala Day in 1912 was also used as a fundraiser to recreate a colonial garden. This year we hope to raise funds to restore and improve our Kitchen Garden!\n\nAs an independent 501c(3) non-profit we rely almost entirely on donations and admission fees to preserve this unique historic site.
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/annual-gala-day-1920s-lawn-party-open-house/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T150000
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SUMMARY:Eve of the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:The countryside is rising up. Patriotic citizens are doing their part by readying themselves for war. Alarmed by the rising of the “country people” General Gage begins gathering intelligence from local loyal subjects\, and begins sending patrols of Regulars into the countryside. \nVisit us for a day of living history demonstrations\, drilling and other activities that local towns started in 1774 in preparation for war. \n\nAdmission:\nAdults: $10.00\nSeniors: $8.00\nChildren (6-16) $7.00
URL:https://www.rebeccanurse.org/event/eve-of-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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