Author Archives: Linda Burke

Honoring Mothers’ and Grandmothers’ Treasured Handcrafts

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Linda Burke

The Wareham Historical Society cordially invites the public to a Mothers’ Day Tribute Program. We respectfully ask you to share and tell about treasured hand-made items on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Meeting House, 495 … Continue reading →

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A Trip to Wareham, England, Presentation by Claire Smith

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Linda Burke

Monday, March 20, 2023, at 7 p.m. Methodist Meeting House495 Main St., Wareham, MA  02571 Former Town Moderator Claire Smith, who served as Wareham’s “Goodwill Ambassador” for the town, will present an overview of the trip she and her husband … Continue reading →

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Social Harmony Lodge 200th Anniversary Celebration

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Linda Burke

Monday, February 20, 2023 at 7 p.m. WHERE:  Methodist Meeting House, 495 Main Street, Wareham, MA  02571 The Wareham Historical Society cordially invites the public to a celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Social Harmony Lodge.  Mark Tower will give … Continue reading →

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History of 1950s Era Wareham Downtown Main Street – PROGRAM CANCELLED

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Linda Burke

THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. Watch for a new date! The Wareham Historical Society presents a program about the history of Wareham Downtown Main Street in the 1950s.  The Wareham Village Association took part in an amazing display … Continue reading →

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Holiday Craft Faire

Posted on October 27, 2022 by Linda Burke

Saturday, November 12, 20229 a.m. – 2 p.m. Methodist Meeting House, 495 Main Street, Wareham Do your holiday shopping with gifts made by local artisans.  There will be a beautiful variety of handmade crafts that will make your gifts appreciated … Continue reading →

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Wareham Historical Lore and The Paranormal

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Linda Burke

Interest in the paranormal led Damian Sutkus and his team to request the opportunity to research and investigate the Wareham Historical Society’s five buildings over the course of five weeks during this past August.  He will present a program on … Continue reading →

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American Song History Concert

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Linda Burke

featuring Thomas and Sheila Monaghan Join us for a singalong concert of Americana favorites! Refreshments will be served after the program. Admission free for Wareham Historical Society members, $2 for non-members Monday, September 19Methodist Meeting House, 495 Main Street, Wareham

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Grace Morrison In Concert!

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Linda Burke

Local singer-songwriter Grace Morrison will perform a benefit concert for the Wareham Historical Society on Saturday, August 6. Grace Morrison has spent most of her musical career seeking refuge from the spotlight. Whether it was singing backup for rock icons … Continue reading →

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44th Annual Antique Faire

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Linda Burke

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, July 4, 2022 Antiques at the Village Green (Center Park) on Main Street, Wareham $4 admission includes a tour of Fearing Tavern Museum Francis McNamee will be offering appraisals: one item for $5, three … Continue reading →

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Oral History Workshop

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Linda Burke

On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 1:30 PM, the Wareham Free Library and the Wareham Historical Society will host: “Carving Out Your Story: An Oral History Workshop.” This interactive and free 90-minute workshop will help uncover interesting stories from your … Continue reading →

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