Explore the uncomfortable truth that, as Newburyport debated concepts of freedom and independence on the eve of Revolution, a significant number of Americans were not free. Thousands of African Americans were enslaved, up to 20% of the entire population of the colonies. In Newburyport, Black voices spoke up forcefully for their liberty and equality amid...
Curious about what Newbury(port) soldiers carried into battle? Join Joel Bohy, Revolutionary War weapons expert, for an exploration of the muskets, swords, and accouterments carried during the earliest days of the American Revolution, featuring notable items from the Museum of Old Newbury collection. The session concludes with a musket drill outside. Joel Bohy is the...
Join us for the opening of our new exhibition "Road to Revolution" curated by Kevin MacDonald. There will be an exhibition opening reception on May 23rd at 5:30 pm. This program is funded in part by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, and in partnership with MOON, Nbpt Library, Central Congregational Church.
