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British Museum Pays homage to Boxford Colonist

August 2, 2022 by BoxHist

The Perley Parlor

A Boxford couple was traveling through England this past May when they stumbled upon the room.

The American Museum, located in a Georgian mansion in the English countryside surrounding Bath, is all about America and, as it turns out, a little bit of Boxford.  The museum showcases pre-1880 American items including rooms that bring America’s colonial beginnings to life. One of the rooms, The Perley Parlor, uses the original pine paneling from a home in Boxford that was built in 1763 by Captain William Perley (1735-1812).

The Captain William Perley House
The Captain William Perley House was once located at 52 Bare Hill Road, Boxford, MA.

The house, which was originally located at 52 Bare Hill Rd, is no longer standing. Captain Perley commanded the Boxford company in the battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775.  Of the 52 Minute Men under his command, eight gave their lives that day.

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Apple Festival Artwork Winner

June 1, 2019 by BoxHist

The Boxford Historical Society would like to congratulate Masconomet 2019 graduate, Whitney Bouthot, who’s graphic design was selected to be used on promotional materials for the 2019 Boxford Apple Festival. This year’s event is scheduled for September 21, 2019 with a rain date of September 22, 2019. Please save the date and check the website as the date draws near.

Filed Under: Apple Festival, In the News Tagged With: Apple Festival, masco grad

2018 Boxford Historical Society Annual Meeting

November 18, 2018 by BoxHist

The Annual Meeting to be held Monday, December 10 @ 7:00 pm.

The agenda for the evening includes:

  • The election of trustees and officers.
  • A presentation by B. Gregory featuring a “virtual tour” of the Holyoke-French
    House.
  • Wine and light food afterwards.

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2018 Boxford Apple Festival is Days Away

September 6, 2018 by BoxHist

It’s that time of year again – don’t miss out out on the Boxford Apple Festival this year. Check us out on Wicked Local.

Filed Under: Apple Festival, In the News Tagged With: Apple Festival, Boxford Historical Society, New England Happenings

Who’s Performing at the 2018 Apple Festival?

July 25, 2018 by BoxHist

We have a terrific lineup for the 2018 Boxford Apple Festival/Music Festival.
There will be a very cool musical presentation by a New Hampshire based the brass/pop/jazz combo the Legendary King Snakes. Visit the Legendary King Snakes Facebook Page
Also on tap, the Americana sounds of the notable North Shore trio Cables & Lines.
Local Boxford band Sweet Escape
A special acoustic set (acoustic guitars, bass, mandolin, etc), by Wooden Doors.  Wooden Doors is comprised of members of The Band Next Door – unplugged.

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