Andover Center for History & Culture

Andover Center for History & Culture Preserving the Past ~ Educating for the Future ~ Connecting with Our Community

The History Center is an independent not-for-profit 501c3 organization.
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We are not a part of the Town of Andover, nor do we receive town funding.

Today on History Buzz, author Christopher Klein tells the story of the Marquis de Lafayette's 1825 visit to Andover.Chri...
06/10/2026

Today on History Buzz, author Christopher Klein tells the story of the Marquis de Lafayette's 1825 visit to Andover.

Chris is a guest contributor from the Andover Celebrates America 250 Committee.

You can read the whole story on History Buzz. Follow the link below.

https://conta.cc/3PU7Uy9

6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration - Celebrate the Day of FreedomSaturday, June 20, 2026Hosted by Andover Baptist Church,...
06/10/2026

6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration - Celebrate the Day of Freedom
Saturday, June 20, 2026

Hosted by Andover Baptist Church, Andover Interfaith Community, Merrimack Valley Black & Brown Voices and the Town of Andover DEI Commission invite you - The 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration CELEBRATE THE DAY OF FREEDOM Saturday, June 20th from 4- 8 PM.

For more information https://www.andover-baptist-church.org/news-events/

Looking for something fun for Father's Day? Celebrate Revolution 250 on a shuttle bus tour of historic Andover and North...
06/09/2026

Looking for something fun for Father's Day? Celebrate Revolution 250 on a shuttle bus tour of historic Andover and North Andover!

New tour route. New Rev 250 stories
Sunday, June 21
Tours start at 11:00am and 1:00pm

Register here https://conta.cc/4uiAUxD

Co-hosted by the Andover Center for History and Culture and the North Andover Historical Society.

Tour starts at the North Andover Historical Society and winds its way through both towns.

Walking tour season is here!Kick off walking tour season with an exploration of one of Andover's most famous neighborhoo...
06/09/2026

Walking tour season is here!

Kick off walking tour season with an exploration of one of Andover's most famous neighborhoods: Shawsheen Village.

From its roots as little Frye Village to the center of the woolen industry during World War I, Shawsheen Village tells the fascinating story of William M. Wood, his rise to industrial leader, and his vision for his planned community.

Sunday, June 14
Shawsheen Village West, tour starts at 10:30am
Shawsheen Village East, tour starts at 1:00pm

For information and registration, https://andoverhistoryandculture.org/walking-tours

Unplug. Unwind. Handcraft.Beginner Hand Woodworking Classes in the historic 1818 Blanchard Barn at the Andover Center fo...
06/08/2026

Unplug. Unwind. Handcraft.

Beginner Hand Woodworking Classes in the historic 1818 Blanchard Barn at the Andover Center for History and Culture.

Saturday, June 20th
Kids classes at 9:00am and 10:30am
Adult class starts at 1:00pm

For information and registration, visit our website, https://andoverhistoryandculture.org/

Andover Center for History and Culture, 97 Main Street, Andover, MA

06/07/2026

Fascinating demonstration of 17th century woodworking techniques during this afternoon's program!

Chris Nassise, The Green Woodworker

Thank you, Chris Nassise, for your presentation this afternoon on the 17th century valuables chest of Andover's Ballard ...
06/07/2026

Thank you, Chris Nassise, for your presentation this afternoon on the 17th century valuables chest of Andover's Ballard family!

Today on History Buzz, writer Barbara Bunn posts on, "Some Things That May Be Seen On An Andover Bicycle Trip" in 1899.T...
06/03/2026

Today on History Buzz, writer Barbara Bunn posts on, "Some Things That May Be Seen On An Andover Bicycle Trip" in 1899.

The article is a description of what the author saw during his ride on July 21, 1899, along with Barbara's observations and history of some of the places as they exist now.

You can read the whole story here!
https://conta.cc/4fujg60

History Buzz is free to read. Just follow the link and click on take me to the Buzz to read this and hundreds more stories.

If this 400-year-old valuables chest could talk, what stories would it tell? Join us this Sunday, June 7th, starting at ...
06/02/2026

If this 400-year-old valuables chest could talk, what stories would it tell?

Join us this Sunday, June 7th, starting at 1:00pm, for "Witness to History." Be inspired by stories about the Ballard and Horne family who owned the chest for 300 years. Witness a demonstration of 17th century woodworking techniques by master woodworker Chris Nassise. Enjoy an afternoon surrounded by history and stories.

Register here https://conta.cc/4e3uD2N

Want to learn more? Visit our website, https://andoverhistoryandculture.org/.

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