Lectures & Workshops
Programs at Felton-Smith Historic Site, Smith Barn, 38 Felton Street, Peabody, MA
Members free | Non-members $5.00
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Local historian and author Anthony M. Sammarco presents “Jordan Marsh: New England’s Largest Store”.
When: Sunday, March 12, 2023, 2pm
Where: Smith Barn, 38 Felton Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Jordan Marsh opened its first store in 1851 on Milk Street in Boston selling assorted dry goods. Following the Civil War, the store moved to Winthrop Square and later to Washington Street between Summer and Avon Streets. The new five-story building, designed by Winslow & Wetherell, unveiled the novel concept of department shopping under one roof. It attracted shoppers by offering personal service with the adage that the customer is always right, easy credit, art exhibitions and musical performances. By the 1970s, it had become a regional New England icon and the largest department store chain in the nation.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Peabody Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. We are grateful for their support!
Local historian Curtis White presents “Peabody’s Captain Samuel Brown: Civil War Hero”.
When: Wednesday, October,11th, 2023, 1pm
Where: Smith Barn, 38 Felton Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Local historian Ted Quinn presents “Peabody Firefighting”.
When: Wednesday, November 8th, 2023, 1pm
Where: Smith Barn, 38 Felton Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Special Events
West Peabody Speedway Reunion
Please note that this is a Saturday event! We had it listed incorrectly on some promotional materials.
Saturday, April 15th, 2023 from 10am to 4pm
The Smith Barn, 38 Felton Street, Peabody, MA
Members Free / Non-Members: $5.00; this is a cash-only event.
Patriot’s Day Celebration
MORNING EVENTS IN PEABODY
Annual Membership Dinner
Wednesday, May 17th, 2023. Doors open at 5:30pm
Details to follow closer to the event.
Members Potluck Dinner
Wednesday, September 20th, 2023. 6:30pm.
Details to follow closer to the event.
Exhibits
Exhibit hours: Monday – Thursday 10 am to 3 pm. Free to the public.
CURRENT EXHIBIT
“250 Years of Service: Peabody’s Veterans”

The Peabody Historical Society and Museum gratefully acknowledges funding from the Veterans Heritage Grant, provided by the Massachusetts State Historical Records Advisory Board, for use in this exhibit.
We have resumed our regular hours – Monday through Thursday, 10am to 3pm.
Tours & Walks
- No tours and walks currently scheduled.
Banner photo courtesy of Solare Wedding Photography