E-Newsletter | July 3, 2020
From Our Collection

In celebration of Independence Day, we thought we would share several pieces representative of the Revolutionary War.
Puzzle Me This...Long May She Wave

Numerous treasures can be found in the Museum of Old Newbury’s storage space, including this vintage flag from our collection awaiting proper storage. It is believed to be a 100% cotton Veteran’s burial flag, generally, given to the next-of-kin, as a keepsake, after its use during the funeral service.

In celebration of Independence Day, we share this image to honor the many that have served to keep our country free.

Click on the image to begin.

(Editor's note: this is a tough one!)
IT'S NOT TOO LATE: Sunday, July 5, 2020

Reading Frederick Douglass

Register for the First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist and the Museum of Old Newbury virtual community reading of Frederick Douglass's impassioned 1852 speech, “The Meaning of the Fourth of July for the Negro.” Lend your voice to this powerful participatory event.

Reserve your spot here: Reading Frederick Douglass. Zoom link will be sent prior to event.

This program is funded in part by Mass Humanities, which receives support from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and is an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Watching the MOON

Two different videos from the Museum of Old Newbury are available for your viewing pleasure.

The first installment of the 2020 Virtual Garden Tour: Composting can be seen here . Narrator Bill Hallett walks you through a lovely Rowley garden as captured by photographers (and MOON board members) Bob Watts and Dan Fionte.

And, shown above, history nerds Jack Santos, Custom House Maritime Museum, and Colleen Turner Secino, Museum of Old Newbury, serve as your hosts for the popular Newbury-area trivia show, "Yeat Yeat, Don't Tell Me!" which can be viewed here. (Yeat Yeat! First try your hand at the questions here ; then get the answers here .)
Something is Always Cooking at the Museum

Museum of Old Newbury Board Member Emily Hoffman shares the "pea"-erfect summer salad here.

Pea Salad

1 large package frozen peas (or 1 pound fresh...'tis the season!)
1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 large stalks celery, sliced
3/4 head iceberg lettuce
6-8 teaspoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Salad is layered, like lasagna. Press each of the layers down gently. Place lettuce leaves to cover bottom of serving dish. Dot with mayonnaise. Sprinkle with portion of onion, pepper and celery. Sprinkle with portion of sugar. Layer 3/4 cup of uncooked frozen peas. Salt and pepper lightly. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of crumbled bacon. Repeat process until bowl is full. Finish with grated cheese. Serves 6-8.

Museum Mail

(In response to the e-Newsletter dated June 26, 2020. )

Many thanks for your email about my ancestor Caleb Cushing. My Great Aunt Margaret was the daughter of his brother, John. Fond memories.

John Goodhue
Newburyport

(Editor's note: Fond memories, indeed! Thank you for writing in.)
During this difficult period of COVID-19, we rely on your support more than ever. We are working to reschedule many of the programs that we have had to postpone, as well as develop new, online programs for you to enjoy and keep us connected. We hope, if you are able, that you will consider a donation to the museum. Thank you for your continued support.
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