Peabody Weekly
Historical Society recognized through Chamber for Good initiative
The Historical Society, one of the city’s oldest cultural institutions, is being recognized this month through the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber for Good initiative — a program designed to connect local nonprofits with businesses and the broader community.
“The Peabody Area Chamber is proud to recognize nonprofits like the Peabody Historical Society through our Chamber for Good program,” said Deanne Healey, Chamber president. “Supporting local nonprofits means supporting the heart of our community — and the Historical Society plays a vital role in preserving Peabody’s story for generations to come.”
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One upcoming event exemplifies how business and nonprofit collaboration can strengthen community ties. On Monday, May 6, the Society will partner with Amigo’s Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar for a “Dining for a Cause” night. A portion of the restaurant’s sales that evening will be donated directly to the Historical Society to help support ongoing maintenance of its properties and collections.
“We’re excited to partner with Amigo’s not only to raise funds, but more importantly to spread the word about our organization’s mission and presence in the city,” Eskenazi said. “The arts and humanities play such an important role in Peabody’s culture. Now, more than ever, programs like Chamber for Good help nonprofits like ours reach more people and grow.”
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Video and Audio Library of Our Programs
Historic Gravesite Conservation in Peabody
October 16th, 2024 – Epoch Preservation, Inc. presented “Historic Gravesite Conservation in Peabody.” Epoch Preservation, Inc recently completed two full gravestone restoration projects in Peabody. They walked us through stories of their impressive restoration work at Old South Burying Ground and Emerson Cemetery, along with a wonderful surprise about a lost footstone with a happy ending! While this lecture was not videoed, we would like to share an audio file of the presentation.
Verna Felton: From Stage to Screen
September 11, 2024 – Morgan Stutler presented “Verna Felton: From Stage to Screen”. While this lecture was not videoed, we would like to share her presentation – right click here, along with an audio file of the presentation Verna Felton, PHS Lecture.wav. There were a few short clips used for educational purposes, that are linked below and may be subject to different copyright protections.
Links:
https://youtu.be/cxGo_Wb7K9Q?t=1
https://youtu.be/CtCQHCOls2E?t=7
History of the Jewish Community in Peabody
October 13, 2019 – Alan S. Pierce presented “History of the Jewish Community in Peabody.” Peabody Access TV filmed the presentation, which can be viewed via this link. History of the Jewish Community of Peabody presented by Peabody Historical Society (cablecast.tv)
Other Helpful Links
Comprehensive look at "Mr. P" (George Peabody) from local historian Susan Smoller
https://smollers.wordpress.com/
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