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Hooked on Fishing: 50 Years Fishing in Waltham
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on March 15th at 1pm as We continue our Saturday Social Series Come along as Jack Cox takes us fishing with him on the Charles and at the Res. In this anecdotal talk, Jack will discuss his experiences fishing in Waltham since childhood. The talk will include a slide...
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History of Jazz
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum as We continue our Saturday Socials Series 2025! “History of Jazz” The Waltham Museum is Jazzed to welcome Award-winning jazz guitarist Gerry Beaudoin on the “History of Jazz”. Gerry has carved out a career as a leader, arranger, guitarist and educator. A lifetime Waltham resident, Gerry became interested in...
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Steampunk Show & Tell
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesCurious about what steampunk IS? Wondering WHY all the top hats and goggles? Interested in HOW this genre is historical? This event features steampunk models who will walk the runway with their steampunk garb and accessories, followed by a panel talk about the history and creativity that goes into planning a steampunk look, and different...
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Earle Ovington, Air Mail, and the First Flight Over Waltham
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on Saturday, June 7th at noon Earle L. Ovington was the United States' first airmail pilot and flew the first official airmail route in the nation's history on Long Island, New York in September 1911. Prior to that, Ovington was the first person to fly an airplane over Waltham and Boston on June...
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The Waltham Museum Presents an Evening with Author and Waltham Native Richard Ballo
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesRichard Ballo is a multi-award winning author and a popular national speaker on topics including death and dying, grief, bereavement, and healing. Richard, WHS class of '72, will engage us in his writing process that led to his numerous stirring and insightful books. Richard is primarily a nonfiction writer of 11 books in print....
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Metz Day – Vintage (Waltham) cars on display! Pre-1932, Meet and Greet, FREE Event!! 9/20/25
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesA free annual event, held at the Waltham Museum, 25 Lexington st. to celebrate Waltham's automobile heritage!
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‘EVERY TEACUP HAS A STORY’ AFTERNOON TEA 11/9/25
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of tea, tales, and togetherness - sharing the tales and memories behind our cups, turning each sip into a celebration.
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Trails, Tents, and Traditions: Boy Scouting in Waltham
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on February 22nd at 1:30pm as we continue our Social Series with Trails, Tents, and Traditions: Boy Scouting in Waltham with Robert Logan Discover the rich history of Boy Scouting in Waltham and its lasting impact on generations of youth and the community. Trails, Tents, and Traditions explores how...
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Evolution of the Game of Baseball in the 19th Century
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on March 7th at 1:30pm as we continue our Social Series with Evolution of the Game of Baseball in the 19th Century. Did you know the original home plate was circular? Did you know the National League that we know today was formed in 1876? If not or even...
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Traditional Folk and Celtic Duo: Bob and Jen Strom with Emily Peterson on concertina
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on March 8th at 1:30pm as we continue our Social Series with Traditional Folk and Celtic Duo: Bob and Jen Strom with Emily Peterson on concertina. Bob & Jen, play regularly at north-of-Boston sessions, Irish pubs, coffee houses, and local festivals. Though Jen began as mainly a contra-dance fiddler,...
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More than Money: The World of Coin Collecting
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on March 22nd at 1:30pm as we continue our Social Series with “More than Money: The World of Coin Collecting” with Neil Musante. Coin collecting is a fascinating hobby that draws people from all walks of life. So, why is that? Once upon a time perhaps, it was because of their...
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Cedar Hill: Cornelia Warren’s Gift to the Girl Scouts
Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us at the Waltham Museum on April 12th at 1:30pm as we continue our Social Series with “Cedar Hill: Cornelia Warren’s Gift to the Girl Scouts” with Francine Edwards. In 1923, the trustees of the estate of Cornelia Warren deeded 75 acres of property at Cedar Hill in Waltham to the Massachusetts Girl Scouts. The...