Inspire appreciation for Salisbury history.
Programs and Events
Salisbury Historical Society offers a variety of programs of interest to all ages. Look here for brief descriptions and to mark your calendars. (Keep in mind that we host a "Second Saturday" Open House Schedule from May through November, 12-3pm.)
Future Events
"Scenes of Salisbury Traveling Quilt Show" (Re-scheduled; we'll update when finalized)
The Society returns to the place where it all began — the East Parish Methodist Church. The 31 artisan-quilters had strong ties both to the Church and the community. Learn about the women themselves who fashioned the unique quilt that tells the story about Salisbury's past.
Past Events
Hunter Stetz, Archeologist (Nov. 11, 2023)
Hunter Stetz is a Hampton Falls, NH native, having earned a BA in Archaeology from Boston University in 2015. He returned to his NH roots to contribute to the communities and histories with which he has the deepest personal connections. It 1s important to him that all perspectives of northern New England's history are elucidated. Of special note, Hunter is a core member of the Indigenous New Hampshire Collaborative Collective.
Holiday Open House (Nov. 28, 2023)
Each year, Salisbury Historical Society hosts an open house to accompany the Tree Lighting on the Common. Come in and enjoy apple cider or hot chocolate and warm camaraderie!
"Finding My Roots: A Personal Story of Self-Discovery" (Jun. 18, 2024)
Join Grace Marchese as she weaves a story that features her Carr and Pike ancestors and the magnetic pull of an enchanting seaside town.
Grace is an award-winning artist, writer, and illustrator whose relocation from Boston to Salisbury 19 years ago began as a personal journey to find inspiration and, more importantly, purpose. Salisbury offered her much more — ancestral ties that reach back to our Town’s origins.
Where: Salisbury Public Library, 17 Elm St., Salisbury MA
When: Tuesday, June 18, 2024 @6:00pm
Trails & Sails, Essex National Heritage (Sep. 21, 2024)
Presentation by Salisbury Historical Society President James Moghabghab. In a slide presentation, Jim will inform and entertain at the Salisbury Beach Carousel on the Broadway at 12:00 noon. Having grown up at "The Beach", Jim has a wealth of firsthand knowledge about Salisbury Beach history.
Visit https://trailsandsails.org/ for information on other Essex County events sponsored by Essex National Heritage Commission during their 16-day schedule, running from Sep. 14 to 29, 2024.
"Scenes of Salisbury Traveling Quilt Show" (Mar. 12, 2025)
Endowed with a MassCultural Council grant as part of their "FY 25 Festivals & Projects" program, we kick off this mobile exhibit at Salisbury Elementary School. The activity-based plans aim to meet 3rd grade history curriculum objectives, as well as arts-centered ones.
"Scenes of Salisbury Traveling Quilt Show" (Mar. 20, 2025)
Our mobile quilt display arrives at Salisbury Public Library (at 17 Elm Street) for close examination by Kristen Packer's "History Club". With personal flexibility built into a day-long opportunity for viewing, the general public, too, is encouraged to stop in during the library's regular Thursday hours (10:00am - 8:00pm).
"Scenes of Salisbury Traveling Quilt Show" (Mar. 25, 2025)
Our mobile quilt display visits the Hilton Senior Center (at 43 Lafayette Rd.), timed to coincide with the center's active quilting group. (12:00 noon)