The Legacy of Phillis Wheatley: From Boston, MA to Albuquerque, NM -- Old North Illuminated

Since the late 1800s African American women have organized to create memorials commemorating Black women across time. As members of clubs preservation organizations and other groups Black women have told their own stories through public history.During the Jim Crow era t......More

Since the late 1800s African American women have organized to create memorials commemorating Black women across time. As members of clubs preservation organizations and other groups Black women have told their own stories through public history.During the Jim Crow era the most memorialized Black woman in America was the writer Phillis Wheatley. Born in West Africa around 1753 Wheatley was kidnapped as a child sold into slavery and brought to Boston where she learned English and became a poet. She is considered the first African American author of a published book of poetry. More than a century after her death Wheatley’s legacy was kept alive by Black women living across the United States from Massachusetts to New Mexico.In this online talk Dr. Alexandria Russell the author of Black Women Legacies: Public History Sites Seen & Unseen will share the major themes of her book and trace the remarkable efforts to memorialize Phillis Wheatley. Facing limited resources and widespread discrimination Black women operated with resourcefulness and savvy to create public memorials that shaped American culture.To register for this virtual event press the Tickets button and make a donation of any amount to Old North Illuminated the nonprofit that preserves and interprets Old North Church Historic Site. Your generosity supports our education programs. A Zoom link will be sent to you before the event.

Captain Amasa Soper’s Company at Paul Revere House

Costumed members of this Revolutionary War reenactment group take on the roles of farmers, printers, and tailors who volunteered to defend Boston harbor after the siege of the city ended in 1776.

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A Visit With Paul Revere at Paul Revere's House

Michael Lepage brings Boston’s favorite patriot vividly to life. Learn about the details of his Midnight Ride, his many children, and his work as a gold and silversmith.Performances begin at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30.

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Woodworking Demonstration at Paul Revere House

Though women did not legally own household items in early America, Revere family tradition holds that the Ladies Work Table ca. 1810, currently on display in the Revere House Best Chamber, belonged to Paul’s second wife, Rachel Revere. Sharon C. Mehrman, furniture maker......More

Though women did not legally own household items in early America, Revere family tradition holds that the Ladies Work Table ca. 1810, currently on display in the Revere House Best Chamber, belonged to Paul’s second wife, Rachel Revere. Sharon C. Mehrman, furniture maker and historian, will demonstrate carving elements found on a table like Rachel’s.

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Hammered Dulcimer Concert at Paul Revere House

Award-winning musician Dave Neiman plays jigs, reels, and Baroque and Renaissance tunes that Paul Revere and his family may have enjoyed.

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Meet Harriet, Daughter of Paul Revere at Paul Revere House

Diane Lent brings to life Harriet Revere, one of Paul Revere’s 16 children. Join her in reminiscing about her father’s dramatic life, the adventures of her many siblings, nieces, and nephews, and growing up in the historic North End.

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The Tailor's Craft at Paul Revere House

Clothing historian Henry Cooke takes on the role of an early Boston tailor. Watch as he “takes the measure” of visitors, then sits cross-legged, fashioning waistcoats from luxurious fabrics and “slops” from coarse weaves.

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Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs at the Paul Revere House

In the guise of itinerant musicians Al Petty & Deirdre Sweeney perform popular 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health” on the penny whistle flute fife & other instruments.

The Paul Revere House19 N SquareBoston, MA 02113