During the opening of our new exhibit, “Rochester and the Revolution,” someone said he understood that Rochester had once been part of Marion. Some other museumgoers felt that many were unaware as to why the term Tri-Town is used. So, to straighten this out, Old Rochester (official name: Rochester – Town of New England) originally […] Read more »
The Lamb of God Christian Church of Mattapoisett will be presenting the following events in August: Sunday Church Services and Adult Bible Study every Sunday at 5:30 pm, American Legion Hall, 3 Depot Street, and held at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, in the lower meeting room, August 18 at 6:00 pm. Free Food […] Read more »
This month, our Wednesday meeting and program will be August 19 at 7:00 pm at the Museum at 355 County Road. The program is “The Life of a Revolutionary Soldier,” presented by Malcolm Phinney. If you come at 6:30 pm, you can take in some of our current exhibit, “Rochester and the Revolution.” As always, […] Read more »
The Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) has declared Southeastern Massachusetts in a Level 2 drought. For more information, visit www.mass.gov/info-details/drought-status. Please be reminded that mandatory water restrictions are in effect through September 15. Outside watering is prohibited except from 6:00 am to 8:00 am and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and […] Read more »
This past Saturday, we presented our 250th Anniversary exhibit, “Rochester and the Revolution.” Thank you to all those who contributed to a successful day. In addition to learning history, we also sold 250th Anniversary hats, pies and cookies. Thanks, as always, to our bakers. The Phinneys provided a glimpse into the past with their Revolutionary […] Read more »
Discover tide pools, marshes, forests, rivers, and the amazing wildlife of Marion in a week of hands-on outdoor adventures as a Coastal Explorer: Monday, August 3, through Friday, August 7, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Designed for children entering 2-6, this engaging program inspires curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of nature. We uncover […] Read more »
This article was meant for the week after the 4th of July, but it kept getting pushed back by other topics. As I looked through several files and other sources, I found few references to the 4th of July. I did come across a reference to an annual clambake in Marion, although it didn’t […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center will hold auditions for the play Tiny Beautiful Things, based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed, adapted by Nia Vardalos, and directed by Jennifer Palmer. Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 8, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and on Monday, August 10, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the […] Read more »
This coming Saturday, July 25 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Rochester Historical Museum at 355 County Rd., we are having the grand opening of our 2026 exhibit, “Rochester and the Revolution” to honor the 250th. Unlike any other Revolutionary history show, this exhibit ties what was happening in the greater world (at […] Read more »
Join in the fun for an exciting teen and adult program from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, August 8, at the Marion Music Hall. Emma Williamson will share her journey from casual puzzle enthusiast to World Championship competitor, while demonstrating the techniques and strategies that help speed puzzlers complete jigsaw puzzles in astonishing […] Read more »