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Member Week Will Soon Be Here
15–20 May 2023

MHS Members are invited to enjoy treasures tours with staff experts, sessions on how to use the library, afternoon teas, and more. Throughout the week, take advantage of special Member-only gallery hours from 1:00 PM until closing. Enjoy a self-led children's activity with the whole family and pick up a free MHS book or publication. All Members have the chance to win a limited-edition tote bag full of books and goodies—plus a behind-the-scenes tour of the MHS for four. The first 50 Members to visit 1154 Boylston Street during Member Week will receive a gift! 

For more information and to register, please visit www.masshist.org/MemberWeek
Not yet a Member? Join today.
New Exhibition Now Open at the MHS

MassArt at 150: Tradition and Innovation celebrates the sesquicentennial of the only publicly funded art and design college in the United States. Visitors can view a retrospective of student and alumni work created in response to a masterwork performed by the Handel + Haydn Society and explore a selection of clothing, equipment, advertising, everyday household items, and innovations designed by MassArt alumni. The exhibition is curated by MassArt’s Archives Department and will be open through 15 September. 

For visiting hours visit the MHS website.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, 2 May April 6:00 PM
Joel Paul, University of California, Hastings Law School, in conversation with Jan Saragoni.


Monday, 8 May 6:00 PM
Patricia Strach, University of Albany, and Kathleen Sullivan, Ohio University.


Tuesday, 9 May 5:00 PM
Tomiko Brown-Nagin, Radcliffe Institute, and Tiya Miles, Harvard University, with comment by Julie Dobrow, Tufts University.

Wednesday, 10 May, at 6:00 PM: Looking Local: Researching History in South End, Boston in partnership with the South End Historical Society.

Tuesday, 16 May, at 1:00 PM: Among the Adams Papers with Sara Martin, Editor in Chief of the Adams Papers.

Tuesday, 16 May, at 5:30 PM: Introduction to the Library with Dan Hinchen, Reference Librarian.

Wednesday, 17 May, at 1:00 PM: Treasures Tour with Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian.

Thursday, 18 May, at 5:30 PM: Among the Adams Papers with Sara Martin, Editor in Chief of the Adams Papers.

Friday, 19 May, at 12:00 PM: Virtual Author Hour with Kanisorn Wongsrichanalai, Director of Research.

See full calendar.
Looking for More?
Registration and Events
 
Visit www.masshist.org/events for more information and to register.

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, Lethal Tides: Mary Sears and the Marine Scientists Who Helped Win World War II, with Catherine Musemeche. Enjoy more videos by subscribing to the MHS YouTube channel after you view the video.
 
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.

Please check our hours and admissions for hours, building closings, and other events.
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. 
 
Learn more at www.masshist.org/library.
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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