August 2021
Character in Rockport – A Fisherman, a Postman and a Policeman.
A Rockport History as reflected in the lives of a Fisherman, a Postman and a Policeman. Nathan Ives and Paul St. Germain have combined their research and writing talents to create a unique presentation describing the lives of three well known Rockport citizens. They highlight their contributions to life here in Rockport through their occupations over one-hundred and twenty years ago. Join us for a conversation on the intersection of character, innovation and perseverance through the lives of these interesting individuals.…
Find out more »October 2021
Annual Fish Chowda Suppa – DATE CHANGE!
DATE CHANGE! The Sandy Bay Historical Society Annual Fish Chowda Suppa has been moved to Friday, October 15th at 6:00 PM at Spiran Hall Broadway, Rockport, MA Supper starts at 6:00PM. Meeting starts at 7:00PM. Face masks recommended. Reservations are recommended. Tickets $8.00. Call 978-546-9533 before October 10. Please join us for some fun and historic wisdom at the close of the Annual Meeting! (Minestrone will be served also.) Printable Poster: SBHS-PosterChowdahSuppaMtg2021
Find out more »Les Bartlett on creating “Legacy and Future: The history of the RAA&M”
Les Bartlett (SBHS) & (RAA&M) will present the story behind the creation of "Legacy and Future" The Story of RAA&M.
Find out more »November 2021
Twin Lights Tonic – Book Talk and Signing
Sandy Bay Historical Society Presents:
Book Talk and Signing
Author and Historian Paul St. Germain gives an insightful look at
Twin Lights Tonic
Cape Ann's favorite soft drink company.
Monday, November 15 at 7:00 pm at
Spiran Hall-Little Art Cinema
Find out more »December 2021
Holiday Open House
Come visit during our Open House on December 5, to see our historic exhibits and hear about our collections. Sewell-Scripture Museum 3-5 pm The Sewall-Scripture House is the home of the Sandy Bay Historical Society and houses our museum of Rockport antiquities. December 5: Holiday Open House - Sewell-Scripture Museum 3-5 pm
Find out more »April 2022
Rockport History
Presented by students from Rockport Middle School
Find out more »May 2022
A Salem Witch
The Trial, Execution & Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse Presented by Daniel Gagnon - Author and RHS Teacher
Find out more »Rockport’s Motif #1 Day & Farmer’s Market
Rockport’s Motif #1 Day & Farmer’s Market - Sandy Bay Historical Society table/tent
Find out more »June 2022
Marshall Howard Saville and the Sandy Bay Historical Society
History of the founder and founding of the Sandy Bay Historical Society. Presented by Les Bartlett
Find out more »Sandy Bay Historical Society – Open House
Indigenous Artifacts
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