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Cocked and Boozy: A lively online lecture with author Brooke Barbier

Join us for a lively talk with historian and author Brooke Barbier, all about the influence of tavern and drinking culture on the American Revolution, particularly in Massachusetts. Eighteenth-century Americans […]

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Historic New England's Lyman Estate

Built in 1793, the Lyman Estate is one of Historic New England's 38 properties and home to one of the oldest greenhouses in the country, an elegant mansion, and picturesque grounds. Visitors encounter over 150 years of history at the mansion, which is also used as a venue for weddings and events.

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Lyman Estate Mansion and Greenhouses

Built in 1793, the Lyman Estate is one of Historic New England's 38 properties and home to one of the oldest greenhouses in the country, an elegant mansion, and picturesque grounds. Mansion tours are on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 12:00 p.m. plus specialty tours. The historic Lyman Greenhouses are open Tuesdays - Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Estate also offers private events including weddings and corporate outings.

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