Family programs, PHS and the Community
Peabody Historical Society presents: Revolutionary Voices from Old South: Cemetery Walking Tour Join us! Come to Peabody’s oldest cemetery to learn about some of the people who lived during the American Revolution. Saturday, May 9, 2026. 11-12:30 pm 173...
Blog, PHS and the Community
April 1, 2026 | S. Richter | 10 minute read Before the automobile, horse-drawn carriages were important both for moving people and goods. The carriage industry in Peabody was dominated by a few businesses, including Pike & Whipple (1830-1920s); Dole &...
PHS and the Community, Programs & Exhibits
Peabody Historical Society presents: Redware and the Revolution! Join us! Family day to celebrate local pottery history: Redware pottery demonstration, pinch pot activity, author talk, and tour of the museum’s collections! Saturday, March 28, 2026. 2-4:30 pm...
PHS and the Community, Programs & Exhibits
Peabody Historical Society presents: Attend a Colonial Dance! Join us! Family day spent learning New England social dances with live music! Saturday, April 11, 2026. 2-3 pm 38 Felton St. Peabody, MA 01960 Fees for the entire day: $5 per adult, FREE for...
Family programs, Home, PHS and the Community
Peabody Historical Society presents: “Remembering the Revolution, a community conversation!” Join us! Come to Peabody’s historic Bell Inn and Tavern for a community conversation about how the Revolution has been remembered in Peabody and beyond....
Blog, PHS and the Community
March 1, 2026 | By S. Richter | 8 minute read In 1776, a Black man by the first name of Pomp enlisted in Col. Nixon’s 6t Massachusetts regiment. This regiment is known for being where Peter Salem, a formerly enslaved Black man, who fought at the Battle of...
