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Antiques & Arts Fair, Sat June 21, 2014

The 47th annual Grafton Antiques & Arts Fair will be held Saturday June 21, 2014 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Grafton Common. The fair will feature:

  • Dozens of exhibitors
  • Live music from the Kelly Clark Jazz Band
  • Demonstrations
    • Silhouette art by Carol Lebeaux
    • Furniture painting by Signature Finishers
  • Appraisals
  • Food concession from Bushel & Peck Deli

Admission is $5.00, and there is a $1.00 discount with a coupon. Coupons are available at North Main Street Antiques, 68 N. Main St. in North Grafton and also in the Grafton News:

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Proceeds benefit the programs of the Grafton Historical Society. The location is on Grafton Common on Route 140 in Grafton. Put this in your GPS:  1 Grafton Common, Grafton, MA (rain location: North St. Elementary School at 60 North St., a few blocks up North Street). Free parking is available all around the Common, plus side streets.

For more information, please call (508) 839-0000.

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Posted on May 23, 2014 in Press Releases

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New Officers Elected Apr. 25, 2014

The annual meeting and dinner was held April 25, 2014 at the museum.  Nancy Therrien and Carolyn Jakubiak were elected President and Vice President, respectively. See more on the photos page!

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Posted on May 10, 2014 in Press Releases

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History in Bloom Apr 12, 2014

10003524_793987010630678_7410147_nCome attend an evening reception featuring floral arrangements created as interpretations of Grafton artifacts from the Historical Society’s collection. The gala preview is Saturday, April 12, 2014 at 7:00-9:00 PM at the Grafton Historical Society Museum, 1 Grafton Common, Grafton, MA. Last year’s event was well attended, see here for photos.

There will be wine tasting and hors d’oevres Saturday evening.  Arrangements will again be on display at the museum on Sunday afternoon April 13 from 2:00-4:00 PM at the museum. A collaborative program with the Grafton Garden Club. $5 members / $10 non-members. Sponsored by Grafton Liquors, Inc.

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Posted on March 28, 2014 in Press Releases

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Sock Hop Saturday Mar. 15, 2014

Let’s Go to the Hop!

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Everyone’s invited to take a trip back to the carefree days of poodle skirts and saddle shoes! On Saturday, March 15, 2014 the Grafton Historical Society will hold a classic high school sock hop at the Grafton Municipal Center gymnasium, 30 Providence Road, Grafton, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. A live DJ will spin all your favorites from the 1950s and 60s from Elvis to Little Richard and everything in between. Trivia contest, sing alongs, entertainment. Whether you come to dance, or to stroll down memory lane, or just to groove on the music, it’s sure to be a rocking good time for dancers and non-dancers alike! Vintage attire optional. Cash bar (beer and wine), soda fountain, pizza, snacks. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling 508-839-0000 or emailing graftonmahistory@gmail.com.

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Posted on February 11, 2014 in Press Releases

First Friday Tea

Posted on January 15, 2014 | Comments Off on First Friday Tea

teacup_fridayThe Grafton Historical Society in February is launching a new social program called “First Friday Tea.” On the first Friday of every month, continuing September 5, 2014, everyone is invited to drop into the museum from 2 to 4 p.m. for afternoon tea and socializing. It promises to be a lovely way of meeting people, getting acquainted, and enjoying some nice conversation – all in a relaxed and beautiful setting. The museum is located at One Grafton Common on the lower level of the Grafton Town House. All are welcome, so please come and join us. For more information, please call 508-839-0000.

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Docent Training Feb. 9, 2014

Posted on January 15, 2014 | Comments Off on Docent Training Feb. 9, 2014

This February, the Grafton Historical Society will be holding a training session for anyone interested in becoming a docent for the society museum. Docents serve as hosts for visitors to the museum. The training, which is open to all interested parties, is Sunday, Feb. 9 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the museum, located at One Grafton Common. The museum, which is open every Sunday from 2 to 4, houses an extensive permanent collection representing all aspects of Grafton’s rich history from the Colonial era forward. To sign up for the training or for more information, please call 508-839-0000.

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Middle School History Projects Jan. 2014

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Historical Society Offers Research Resources for Middle School History Projects

During the month of January, 2014, the Grafton Historical Society will be open Monday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons from 3 to 5, and Sundays 2 to 4, for students working on projects for their Local History Fair. Students are invited to come in and use the many research resources available at the Society’s Museum, located at One Grafton Common. The museum contains an extensive collection of materials on a very wide variety of interesting local history topics – many of which may be suitable for their projects. Students can drop in and receive assistance in locating information relevant to their selected topics – or, for more information, call 508-839-0000.

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Big Band Program Feb. 2, 2014

Posted on January 15, 2014 | Comments Off on Big Band Program Feb. 2, 2014

Grafton Historical Society’s Big Band Program 

–=* Music and Recollections of the Swing Era *=–

The Grafton Historical Society will present popular Boston area entertainer and radio personality, Mel Simmons, in a retrospective on the Big Band sounds of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s and the people who created them. The program is set for Sunday, February 2 at 2 p.m. at the South Grafton Community House.

“We are so happy to be welcoming the always popular Mel Simmons again this year – and we hope everyone will join us for his terrific program,” says Linda Casey, Grafton Historical Society President. “It’s sure to be an entertaining show combining the music of the era and fascinating stories about the band leaders and performers who made it so memorable.”

The South Grafton Community House is located at 25 Main St., South Grafton. A donation of $5 is requested.

For more information, contact Linda Casey, l-casey@msn.com, 508-839-0000.

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