Lectures

"The Wreck of the Royal Tar" with Author Jane Parks Gardner

Based on her new book The Wreck of the Royal Tar, author Jane Parks Gardner presents a gripping multimedia program that brings to life one of New England's most haunting maritime disasters. The talk explores the history of the ill-fated steamship, the immigrant experience of many passengers, the colorful world of 19th-century traveling circuses, and the perils of sea travel in the 1830s.

(VIRTUAL) "Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal" with Author Samuel Marquis

We are excited to chat with author Samuel Marquis about his most recent book, Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal which is both thrilling and tragic. Behind the legend is a real man woven into the tapestry of early America, rendering him a unique colonial hero and scapegoat whose life story was fascinating, exciting, bizarre, and heartrending.

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(VIRTUAL) Boston Light: Three Centuries of History with Author Jeremy D'Entremont

Based on Jeremy D'Entremont's book Boston Light: Three Centuries of History, this talk focuses on Boston Light Station, the site of the first lighthouse on the North American continent. Jeremy will trace its history through three centuries of tragedy, rescues, and colorful human interest stories of keepers and their families.

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(VIRTUAL) In Conversation with Author J.W. Ocker: "Cult Following"

Join us for a chat with author J. W. Ocker about his book Cult Following: The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations--And Take Over Our Lives and any other odd thing he'd like to discuss! For anyone interested in the mentality around cults, we invite you to join us for a discussion of the 30 most infamous, audacious, and dangerous cults in history.

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Estate Planning 101

Turn love into a legacy. Whether you're just starting to think about your legacy or updating existing plans, ensuring your loved ones are financially secure is essential. Proper estate planning is crucial to protect and preserve what you've worked so hard to build.