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Preserving the Past ~ Educating for the Future ~ Connecting with Our Community

The History Center is an independent not-for-profit 501c3 organization.
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We are not a part of the Town of Andover, nor do we receive town funding.

10/30/2026

Need some Halloween costume ideas? Thankfully, Andover's history is packed with iconic figures and sites to draw inspiration from.

10/29/2026

📖 Saturday, November 7th, 1pm | Join us at the History Center as we welcome award-winning author, Tara Lynn Masih! She will discuss the history that inspired her latest novel, The Silent Women, which is set in Andover during World War II.

Come learn about rural New England's role in the war effort, all while exploring artifacts from this era, including the uniform of World War II Veteran, June Carmichael Fitzgerald.

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tara-lynn-masih-world-war-ii-talk

10/28/2026

This week on History Buzz, Doug Cooper, brings us the history of Gerrymandering. Gerrymandering is forbidden. Gov facts defines gerrymandering as “the subversion of the redistricting process for partisan gain, incumbent protection, or to dilute the voting power of specific groups.” Andover was in the background when the tactic received its infamous name.

Follow the link to read all about it on History Buzz!
https://conta.cc/4yAbTRe

History Buzz is always free to read. Just "Click to read the Buzz" on the landing page.

10/23/2026

On October 23, 1909, construction of the West Parish Arch was completed. Designed by George C. Shattuck, the monumental structure, which was constructed from Milford Pink Granite, served as a memorial to Benjamin Franklin Smith Jr. (1879-1908). Smith was a close friend and colleague to William Wood, President of the American Woolen Company. Throughout the early 1900s, Wood financed major improvements to the West Parish Cemetery. Along with the Arch, he funded the construction of the Parish's Chapel.

10/23/2026

J.McLaughlin is hosting Andover artist David Drinon at their store this Saturday, October 24, from 12:00-4:00pm.

10% of sales during the event will benefit the Andover Center for History and Culture.

If you're looking for that perfect item from J.McLaughlin, Saturday afternoon is a great time to make your purchase and benefit the History Center at the same time.

Thank you Dave and J.McLaughlin for designating the History Center as the beneficiary of the event!

10/22/2026

Tuesday, October 27th, 6:30pm | How did Paul Revere boost trust in Continental currency when most colonists mistrusted its value? Join us as historian Dr. Don Slater explores this fascinating history, uncovers symbolism in early American currency, and highlights key items featured in our current exhibit!

Click here to register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/paul-revere-makes-a-buck-the-mass-appeal-of-his-currency-reschedule

10/17/2026

On October 17, 1711, the General Court declared the charges of witchcraft against eight Andover residents to be “null and void.” Among those exonerated were Martha Carrier, Rebecca Eames, Abigail Falkner, Anne Foster, Mary Lacey, Mary Parker, Mary Post, and Samuel Wardell. Carrier, Parker, and Wardell were executed for their alleged sorcery. In this Map of Witch Hysteria, the houses with a black roof represent residents who were arrested during the trials.

Less than a decade after the trials, the General Court acknowledged that the panic had driven accusers to target “persons of known and good reputation.” Beneath the spiritual hysteria lay petty local grievances: Martha Carrier was accused by her neighbor, Benjamin Abbott, after they had a boundary dispute. Abigail Dane Faulkner may have been accused due to the town’s frustration with her father, Reverend Francis Dane, who demanded that the town continue to pay his salary, even after a second pastor was brought in.

Want to learn more about Andover’s accused “witches”? Check out our "Andover Bewitched" series on History Buzz: https://historybuzz.substack.com/s/andover-bewitched

(First Photo: Map of the Witch Hysteria, Andover Center for History & Culture | Second Photo: 1711 "Act to Reverse the Attainders of George Burroughs and Others For Witchcraft," Massachusetts State Archives)

10/16/2026

Thursday, October 22nd, 6pm | How would you help Rachel Revere escape British-occupied Boston? In this interactive performance, you will get to help Mrs. Revere and her family in their perilous mission to safely flee the city.

Following the performance will be a brief history lesson on the figures discussed in the performance. We're offering a reduced rate for children (18 and under).

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rendezvous-with-rachel-revere

10/14/2026

Last week, I shared a story about the Haggett’s Pond boxing camp. Today, I’m sharing links to a series of stories we ran in 2021 - five years ago!

https://conta.cc/3VwgZQ3

10/10/2026

A full house for this afternoon's talk by NYT Best Selling author Eric Jay Dolin!

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97 Main Street
Andover, MA
01810

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Website

http://www.andoverhistoryandculture.org/

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