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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T130000
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SUMMARY:(Public) Summer Celebration at Martin House Farm
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Summer season at Martin House Farm\, Swansea\, begins Sunday\, July 5th with an open house from 1-4\, fiddlers entertaining visitors\, and an ice cream social. Please feel free to join us for an exciting opening day!
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/summer-celebration-at-martin-house-farm-2/
LOCATION:Martin House Farm\, 22 Stoney Hill Rd\, Swansea\, MA\, 02777\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T200229Z
CREATED:20260514T200148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T200229Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) People of the Dawnlands with Plimoth Patuxet Museum
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 11th\, join the NSCDA-MA for a program People of the Dawnland with the Plimoth Patuxet Museum.  The program will discuss Wampanoag People’s relationship to the land\, respect for all living beings\, and seasonal ways of life. \nGuided tours of the Homestead are conducted every 30 minutes\, on the hour and half hour. Cost is $10.00 per person\, donations are welcome. \nThe program is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Quincy Art Council.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-garden-and-herb-tour-with-rebecca-dinsmore-2/
LOCATION:34 Butler Rd Quincy\, MA\, 34 Butler Rd\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170413Z
CREATED:20260514T170413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T170413Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Militia Demonstration with Colonial Bailey's 2nd Massachusetts Regiment
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to experience the life of a soldier in the American Revolution at a military encampment and living history on Saturday\, July 25th\, 2026 from 11 AM to 3 PM. The reenactment is part of Rev 250 and the celebration of Quincy 400\, community-wide celebration of Quincy’s rich cultural and educational heritage. \nJoin enactors from Colonel Bailey’s 2nd Massachusetts Regiment with drills\, music and living history demonstration. Enjoy activities for the kids\, tours of the Quincy Homestead and much more. \nGuided tours of the Homestead are conducted every 30 minutes\, on the hour and half hour. Cost is $10.00 per person\, donations are welcome. \nThe program is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Quincy Art Council.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-militia-demonstration-with-colonial-baileys-2nd-massachusetts-regiment/
LOCATION:Dorothy Quincy Homestead\, 34 Butler Road\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260715T143320Z
CREATED:20260615T160203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T143320Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) An Afternoon with Abigail Adams
DESCRIPTION:Experience the American Revolution through the eyes of Abigail Adams. Laura Rocklyn\, actor and first-person historical interpreter\, will bring Abigail Adams to life through conversation and storytelling. This program will begin at 1:30 pm\, and then again at 2:30 pm.  \nThe Swansea Quilt Club will also be on site\, displaying their quilts and sharing their love of quilting. \n*This program is designed for families and audiences of all ages!
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/an-afternoon-with-abigail-adams/
LOCATION:Martin House Farm\, 22 Stoney Hill Rd\, Swansea\, MA\, 02777\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T193000
DTSTAMP:20260630T184019Z
CREATED:20260630T184019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T184019Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Fortune\, Thrift & Fashion: Styling Wealth in the 19th Century
DESCRIPTION:Come to Beacon Hill for an evening of fashion and history with historical garments and accessories! \n\n\n\n\nReuse\, Reduce and Recycle isn’t just a modern concept. \nCome join the Curator \, Liz Weisblatt and get an in-depth look at how 19th century women reused fabric to be thrifty and yet remain fashionable. Pieces featured will be from the over 7\,000 piece costume collection housed onsite at the William Hickling Prescott House. Each object shown will include the evidence of each piece’s former life. \n\nPurchase tickets here. \n\nBuilt in 1809 the William Hickling Prescott House was saved in 1944 by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and has been their headquarters ever since\, the garments in the collection were worn by ancestors of the society. \nCollection highlights will include mostly dresses as well as accessories.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-fortune-thrift-fashion-styling-wealth-in-the-19th-century/
LOCATION:William Hickling Prescott House\, 55 Beacon St\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T152112Z
CREATED:20260603T144717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T152112Z
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SUMMARY:(Members Only) Cape Cod Cocktail Party
DESCRIPTION:The Membership Committee invites all Dames\, Warriors\, partners\, and prospective candidates. All Dames on the Cape are invited and of course Dames from other areas are very welcome. We kindly request that you bring a bottle of wine or an appetizer to share. This party will take place both inside and outside. \n*Parking is available on Barnhill Road\, Summerhill Lane\, or at the town landing at the end of Barnhill Road.  There will be a police officer at the entrance to the driveway at 353 Barnhill to help with directions\, we also have about 6-7 parking spaces saved for those with walking difficulties.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/cape-cod-cocktail-party-2/
LOCATION:The Simonds Residence\, 353 Barnhill Road\, Chatham\, MA\, 02633-2437\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T173318Z
CREATED:20260727T182157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T173318Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Colonial Blacksmith and Embroidery
DESCRIPTION:Please join the NSCDA-MA for a Blacksmith and Embroidery Demonstration at the Dorothy Quincy Homestead. Our special guest is Dean Rantz who has been a practicing blacksmith since 1982. He operates Rock Village Forge in Middleborough\, Mass. Using traditional tools and techniques\, he creates and recreates hand-forged ironwork. \nSpecializing in restoration hardware\, Mr. Rantz received his Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Art History and Sculpture from Massachusetts College of Art. He will be joined by his wife Laurie Rantz who will demonstrate colonial embroidery. \nGuided tours of the Homestead are conducted every 30 minutes\, on the hour and half hour. Admission is $10.00 per person\, donations are welcome. \n  \n 
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/colonial-blacksmith-and-embroidery/
LOCATION:Dorothy Quincy Homestead\, 34 Butler Road\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T140539Z
CREATED:20260605T175709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T140539Z
UID:10000175-1786039200-1786046400@nscdama.org
SUMMARY:(Members Only) North Shore Cocktail Party
DESCRIPTION:The Membership Committee invites all Dames\, Warriors\, partners\, and prospective candidates. All Dames on the North Shore are invited and of course Dames from other areas are very welcome. We kindly request that you bring a bottle of wine or an appetizer to share. \n*Parking is available along the right side of the driveway and in front of the garage. Additional street parking is available on Foster Street. Please walk up the front lawn to access the terrace. \nIf you would attend this event after 7/31/2026 please email Janet O’Hara at jayoh8@gmail.com.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/north-shore-cocktail-party-2/
LOCATION:The Carlson Residence\, 60 Harbor Avenue\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260729T194439Z
CREATED:20260514T163110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194439Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Colonial Chocolate Maker with Robert Lecce
DESCRIPTION:Please join the NSCDA-MA for Art of Colonial Chocolate Making at the Dorothy Quincy Homestead House. \nImmerse yourself back in the 18th-century witnessing chocolate-making with Robert Lecce of  Pewter Pot Fine Spiced Chocolates. You will be invited to sample chocolate and hot chocolate.  Like what you sampled? Chocolate bars\, and other items made by Robert Lecce will be available for sale. \n\n\nThe program is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Quincy Art Council.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-colonial-chocolate-maker-with-robert-lecce/
LOCATION:Dorothy Quincy Homestead\, 34 Butler Road\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T140857Z
CREATED:20250623T145123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T140857Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Lace-making Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the 18th century\, Ipswich Massachusetts was the largest commercial producer of lace on the North American continent. Continental production became even more important during the years leading up to the American Revolution when provincial citizens began boycotting imported English goods. Lace of all types from simple tapes to lavish and expensive silk trims were made by the women of Ipswich. Lace makers Rebecca Audette and Susan Thompson will demonstrate the tools\, techniques\, patterns\, and history specific to Ipswich bobbin lace from Massachusetts during the fourth-quarter of the 18th century. \nGuided tours of the Homestead are conducted every 30 minutes\, on the hour and half hour. Admission is $10.00 per person\, donations are welcome. \n  \n 
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/colonial-blacksmith-colonial-tailor/
LOCATION:Dorothy Quincy Homestead\, 34 Butler Road\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T134136Z
CREATED:20260514T171849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T134136Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) The Art of 18th Century Spinning with Zoe Lawson
DESCRIPTION:The Dorothy Quincy Homestead on August 22\, 2026 welcomes back Zoe Lawson. \nThe art of spinning is best learned by the young\, and Zoe Lawson has been practicing the craft of spinning by drop spindle and on a wheel since childhood. She shares her techniques while in 18th century garb while illuminating the various methods colonists used to produce their own textiles. She will be available for questions and lively discussions from 11am to 3pm. \nGuided tours of the Homestead are conducted every 30 minutes\, on the hour and half hour. Cost is $10.00 per person\, donations are welcome. \nThe program is sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Quincy Art Council.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/the-art-of-spinning-2/
LOCATION:Dorothy Quincy Homestead\, 34 Butler Road\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T193553Z
CREATED:20260825T193302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193553Z
UID:10000185-1787644800-1787677200@nscdama.org
SUMMARY:(Public) Envisioning History: The Legacy of William Hickling Prescott
DESCRIPTION:A specialty tour and exhibition exploring the life and legacy of William Prescott through the lens of his visual impairment. \nCurrent tour dates: 10/9\, 10/16\, and 10/30. At 11 am and 1 pm!\n\nBy tickets here: https://nscdama.org/tickets/
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-envisioning-history-the-legacy-of-william-hickling-prescott/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T143817Z
CREATED:20260814T143604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T143817Z
UID:10000181-1789128000-1789131600@nscdama.org
SUMMARY:NSCDA-MA Website Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join NSCDA-MA Staff for a brief overview of what the nscda-ma website has to offer! Learn more about how you use the website to access the online directory\, pay dues\, and sign-up for events!
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/nscda-ma-website-orientation/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T140637Z
CREATED:20260724T143328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T140637Z
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SUMMARY:(Members Only) Dames & Warriors Welcome Back Fall Cocktail Party Hosted by Programs Committee
DESCRIPTION:Please join the NSCDA-MA for the Welcome Back Fall Cocktail Party on Wednesday September 16th. This party will include hearty appetizers and full bar featuring a specialty cocktail. All members\, spouses\, and guests welcome!
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/dames-warriors-welcome-back-fall-cocktail-party-hosted-by-programs-committee/
LOCATION:William Hickling Prescott House\, 55 Beacon St\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260819T155249Z
CREATED:20260819T152455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T155249Z
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SUMMARY:(Public) Apple Fest at Martin House Farm
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate apple season at Martin House Farm\, with apple and cider tastings\, docent-led tours of the 1728 farmhouse \, cooking demos by the Boy Scouts\, and performances by the Case High Theater Company. \nFree to all!
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/public-apple-fest-at-martin-house-farm/
LOCATION:Martin House Farm\, 22 Stoney Hill Rd\, Swansea\, MA\, 02777\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSCDA-MA":MAILTO:dames@nscdama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183917Z
CREATED:20260819T183917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183917Z
UID:10000184-1791118800-1791126000@nscdama.org
SUMMARY:(Members Only) Fall Membership Tea
DESCRIPTION:Please join the NSCDA-MA for the Fall Membership Tea. This event will include a docent led tour of Prescott House. The Membership Tea on Sunday\, October 4th welcomes new colonial members\, courtesy\, transfer Dames\, and prospective members. \n 
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/members-only-fall-membership-tea/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260821T135632Z
CREATED:20260819T155831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T135632Z
UID:10000183-1794749400-1794754800@nscdama.org
SUMMARY:(Members Only) Tour of Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House
DESCRIPTION:Join the Young Dames Committee for a tour of the Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House. There is a capacity of 25 people\, so make sure to sign up to reserve a spot. Children are welcome! The tour begins promptly at 1:45pm.
URL:https://nscdama.org/event/members-only-tour-of-louisa-may-allotts-orchard-house/
LOCATION:Louise May Alcott’s Orchard House\, 399 Lexington Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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