August marks both the certification of the 19th Amendment and Women’s Equality Day, making it the perfect time to explore the stories of the women who shaped Beverly’s past. Join Historic Beverly for the second installment of Women’s Rights (and Wrongs), part of our popular 3 in 30 series. In this informal 30-minute talk, we’ll...
Grab a cup of coffee provided by Beantrust and join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of Historic Beverly’s most valuable resources, our extensive photograph collection. Spanning more than a century of Beverly’s history, these images capture the people, places, businesses, and everyday moments that have shaped our community. Learn how historic photographs...
Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz on the lawn at Historic Beverly’s Hale Farm as the David Eure Quartet brings an energetic and wide-ranging performance to one of Beverly’s most beautiful historic settings. Led by jazz violinist David Eure, whose work bridges classical and jazz traditions, the quartet will perform a lively program inspired by...
Ever wonder what happens to photographs once they are stored in albums? Spoiler alert – it’s not good. This month’s 3 in 30 will show you examples of what occurs when photographs are not properly stored and how to fix it. We will look at a collection that is in process of being catalogued, how...
Explore the general history of the hill from Nathan Dane to the development of a residential neighborhood in the 1890s, discussing various characters and buildings in-between. This tour will focus on the Nichols Field area of the hill (encompassing Pickett, McKinley, Columbus, Harrison, and Pierce) as well as Prospect Street. 1/2 mile After the tour...
Historic houses are more than beautiful buildings—they are windows into the lives of the people who shaped Beverly’s past. Join us for a Member Morning exploring several of the city’s historic homes, the individuals and families who lived there, and the remarkable stories uncovered through archival research. Discover how new evidence continues to deepen our...
In the summer of 2022, Shoebert the seal waddled his way into the hearts of Beverly residents and people around the world. As he made his now-famous journey from Shoe Pond to the Beverly Police Station, he unknowingly followed a route with centuries of history. Join Historic Beverly for this brand-new walking tour as we...
Explore the general history of the hill from Nathan Dane to the development of a residential neighborhood in the 1890s, discussing various characters and buildings in-between. This tour will focus on the Nichols Field area of the hill (encompassing Pickett, McKinley, Columbus, Harrison, and Pierce) as well as Prospect Street. 1/2 mile After the tour...
Get down with 19 fabulous jazz musicians as the Riverside Renaissance Swing Band returns to Hale Farm for an unforgettable afternoon of live swing and jazz music in one of Beverly’s most scenic settings. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, pack your favorite picnic, and settle in on the beautiful green lawn while enjoying a...
Three-Night Paranormal Investigation Series with Ghost Hunters’ Own Shari DeBenedetti Step inside Historic Beverly’s most fascinating historic homes after dark for an unforgettable weekend of paranormal exploration with Ghost Hunters’ own Shari DeBenedetti. Join one of television’s most respected paranormal investigators as she leads guests through three of Beverly’s most significant historic properties. Each evening...
