“Day and Year—My habits have become less industrious as my occupations are more burdensome— I did wish to escort the old year out, and welcome in the new one, but the Muse was coy”
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John Quincy Adams Reflects on the New Year
Though life seems to be business as usual for John Quincy Adams as recorded in his diary at the end of 1837, in a summation entry that appears between 31 December 1837 and 1 January 1838, he appears a bit reflective. And at the start of the year, he seemed hopeful. His entry on 1 January 1838 begins “The new year began with one of the most beautiful days that the course of the Seasons ever brought round— A clear-sky—a bright Sun—a calm atmosphere, and all physical Nature moving in harmony, and Peace—”
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New Hours for the MHS
Starting January 2023, MHS will open at 12:00 PM on the third Tuesday of the month. See the Hours and Admissions page for hours and closings due to holidays and other events.
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Beehive Blog
Catch up with the latest blog posts about the MHS collection; what it’s like to work at the MHS by staff members; and historical nuggets about Massachusetts and the world.
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Monday, 9 January | 6:00 PM
Brad Snyder, Georgetown Law.
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Tuesday, 10 January | 5:00 PM
Yiyun Huang, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, comment by Rebecca Tannenbaum, Yale University.
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Wednesday, 11 January | 6:00 PM
Peter Shinkle.
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Thursday, 12 January | 5:00 PM
John Frederick Bell, Assumption University, comment by Julie Winch, University of Massachusetts, Boston.
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Registration and Events
Interested in Past Programs?
If you missed a program or would like to revisit the material presented, please visit www.masshist.org/video.
Click below to view the latest video, MHS Film Club: Good Will Hunting, with Tim Grafft, former deputy director of the Massachusetts Film Office; Carolyn Pickman, Co-Founder, CP Casting Inc.; and Missy Stewart, film production designer, and subscribe to the MHS YouTube channel after you view the video.
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Our galleries and library are open Monday and Wednesday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 7:45 PM (the galleries and library open at 12:00 PM the third Tuesday of the month), and Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Please note that the last admission is 45 minutes prior to closing.
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An advance appointment is strongly encouraged for all researchers. Please visit our Appointment Request Form to select your preferred visit dates.
Set up an appointment via Zoom or live chat with a member of our reference staff.
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The MHS Fund and Membership
Our Members make it possible for us to offer an array of complimentary services including admission to our exhibition galleries and library, online access to our collections and digital editions, and onsite and remote reference services for all. Membership begins with a fully tax-deductible contribution of $250 or more to the MHS Fund. All Members enjoy a full year of social, cultural, and educational experiences, including invitations to our annual Holiday Party, FREE program registration, and Member Week perks. Learn more and join today!
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