Sun. April 13 --Second Sunday Speaker Series: History in Our Backyard!
Tip O’Neill is remembered as saying all politics is local. All history is local too. In this interactive presentation, Dr. Rob Lawson of Dean College will share a variety of examples where “big” history (national/global) meets local history stories. Wars, pandemics, and natural disasters are painful reminders of how big events can affect local communities, and Franklin is no exception.
Together, we’ll encounter a couple of Franklin history “puzzles” and explore some of the film and digital history initiatives that are making our local history accessible and relevant right now. Bring your curiosity and put on your thinking cap as we explore the history in our backyard!
Museum is open from 1-4, program starts at 1:15. FREE
Sat. April 26 – Franklin’s Ladybugs and the Ladybug Trail
Ever wonder what all the fuss is about ladybugs in Franklin? We’ve got the answers with historic memorabilia and a continuously running slide show that tells about our intrepid elementary school ‘Lobbyists” who convinced the state government and governor to make the ladybug the state insect back in 1974.
AND, of course, the annual Ladybug Trail Kickoff Walk begins at the museum with free water (and restrooms), maps, plus a fun visual cue or two.
The museum is at 80 West Central Street will be open from 9-3.
Sun. April 27 --Second Annual “Friends of the Museum” Appraisal Day!
Antique Appraisal Day is back Sunday afternoon from 1-5 at 80 West Central Street. What to expect? Good humor, great information, and highly cost-effective oral evaluation of your treasured items. Satisfy your curiosity, mark something as special for your family members, or venture out to an auction or eBay with confidence.
Your Appraiser is James C. "Jim" Johnston Oral appraisals are just $10 for the first item or up to three items for $25.
Your Appraiser is James C. "Jim" Johnston, in the Appraisal and Antique business for more than six decades, a retired educator, historian, author. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum.
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