Join us at the Carpenter Museum September 27th for a cider press demonstration followed by a lecture on apple cider making and a tasting! Learn about one of the most popular drinks during the American Revolution as we continue to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our Nation’s independence.
A family friendly press demonstration will take place at 11:30AM at the Carpenter Museum. Spencer Morris from Sowams Cider Works is a professional cider maker with years of experience. He will bring an apple pressing right to the museum lawn! Afterwards join us for a 21+ only lecture and sampling of hard apple cider. Light refreshments will also be served. This event is free for members of the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society and $5 for non-members. Want to sign up to be a member? Individual memberships start at just $25.
While you’re at the Museum purchase your raffle ticket for our hand-made quilt “Proudly Waving”. A quilt made in celebrations of the 250th Anniversary of Our Nations Independence. All proceeds from the raffle benefit educational programming at the Carpenter Museum. $10 per ticket. Final drawing is October 18th. The winner need not be present. Registration for Liberty & Libations is requested but not required. Email carpentermuseum@gmail.com or call us at (508)252-3031. See our website events page to register online at rehobothantiquarian.org/museum-events.
Join us Saturday, September 20th, for a one-day symposium at the Carpenter Museum in Rehoboth, Massachusetts. This FREE EVENT will explore Revolutionary War genealogy with a special focus on Rehoboth residents who took part in the American Revolution. The symposium will feature speakers, historical displays, hands-on activities, and themed projects for children. A purchased lunch will be available.
Starting at 10:00AM displays and activities for all ages are open to the public. Keynote Speaker Robert A. Geake, historian and author of fifteen books on Rhode Island and New England history will speak at 11:00AM. A homemade lunch can be purchased right next door at the Rehoboth Congregational Church for $15 (cash only). The afternoon will feature speaker Hank Coleman, local historian and academic who moderates the History Discussion Group at the Blanding Library. No registration is necessary. Visit our website to learn more www.rehobothantiquarian.org/carpenter-museum/symposium Questions? Email Research Manager Lende at genealogy1884@gmail.com or call the Museum at (508)252-3031.
Genealogy Group
Join this lively group to discuss DNA, wills and probate records, land records, technology tools and the brick walls we encounter while researching. All invited, wifi available.
Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 7PM
The meeting take place in person at the Carpenter Museum with a hybrid option.
Contact: Lende McMullen,
genealogy@rehobothantiquarian.org
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