Whether March comes in like a lamb or lion, two events presented by the Sippican Historical Society (SHS) this month will give you new historical perspectives.
On March 19, textile curator Madelyn Shaw connects war, wool and economics with what we wear today. With co-author Trish FitzSimons, Shaw wrote Fleeced, which ties the Australian, New Zealand, English and American wool economy over the past 150 years. This Speaker Series presentation is open to all and will occur at the Marion Music Hall on March 19 at 6:30 pm.
“One of our members attended Ms. Shaw’s talk in Rhode Island and found it fascinating,” said Executive Director Alanna Nelson. “The book really opened my eyes to connections I’d never considered. SHS will have copies of Fleeced to purchase after the talk.”
On March 24, SHS will host a watch party for the panel discussion “The Past Is Now.” Featuring four indigenous speakers of Wampanoag and Nipmuc tribes discussing King Philip’s War (1675-1676), the live event occurs at the Cambridge Public Library. Enjoy a social evening in a small group to learn about southeastern Massachusetts history. Seats are limited so RSVP now to info@sippicanhistoricalsociety.org for this event on March 24 at 5:30 pm at the SHS.
The Sippican Historical Society, located at 141 Front Street in Marion, is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to documenting and celebrating the history of Marion, Massachusetts. Thanks to its members, these events are free and open to all. Donations are always welcome. For more information, go to www.sippicanhistoricalsociety.org.