Join us for an unforgettable evening as speaker and historian Richard Carlson brings to life the rich and storied past of Ten Pound Island, one of Rocky Neck’s most iconic and intriguing landmarks. His engaging presentation promises a journey through centuries of history, mystery, and artistic inspiration. Ten Pound Island has been a central figure […]
Without reservation, she opened the door. Without hesitation, she hopped into the car, adjusting the skirt of her summer-weight navy blue suit to keep it unwrinkled as she sat down. And just like that, 19-year-old Frances Cochran jumped into the void. On July 17, 1941, in Lynn, Massachusetts, attractive nineteen-year-old Frances Cochran stepped off a […]
In July, 1898 the USS GLOUCESTER was the most famous vessel in the world. Its commander, Richard Wainwright, who never said much, acted to avenge the MAINE, his old ship, with innovation and daring. He turned a blind eye to limiting orders and led the American charge at sea with all guns blazing at the […]
Join our local history discussion group in the Local History Center led by local history librarian, Julie Travers. Each month we'll have a short presentation and then open it up for discussion. This month's meeting will showcase Arley Pett's collection of Gloucester memorabilia.
Living and working in New York City in the early part of the 20th century, Solman was at the center of the New York City art scene. He experienced first hand the dynamics at play that created the later work of Adolph Gottlieb and Mark Rothko, two of the three artists featured in the Cape […]
In July, 1898 the USS GLOUCESTER was the most famous vessel in the world. Its commander, Richard Wainwright, who never said much, acted to avenge the MAINE, his old ship, with innovation and daring. He turned a blind eye to limiting orders and led the American charge at sea with all guns blazing at the […]
This talk will explore the geologic origins of our landscape, from the collision of tectonic plates to the impact of a massive continental glacier. We'll learn how these forces created the landforms and ecology of Cape Ann, and influenced our industry, art and culture. Registration required. Questions? Erin Anastasia Murphy erin@biomimicryne.org
Rockport Music brings the Poiesis Quartet, First Prize winners of the 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition, to the Sawyer Free Library for a performance and conversation about the music of our time. Derived from ancient Greek (ποιεῖν), the word Poiesis means “to make”; specifically, to create something that has never existed before. With a […]
Please join us for an author talk with Tim Crellin, who will be discussing his book, The Land of the Living. The Land of the Living is a historical novel that explores the themes of immigration and assimilation, war and its impact on families, the role of race and class in forging identity, and what […]
Matz Gallery June Exhibition of Ethereal Photogravures & Photography by Bruce Fieldman at the Sawyer Free Library, 2 Dale Ave, Gloucester, from June 1 to June 29. Reception Thursday, 6/11, 5:00 to 6:30.
You are invited to the 17th Annual Preservation Awards ceremony where 11 recipients will be recognized for their extraordinary contributions to the preservation and protection of Gloucester’s history and historical assets. Free and open to the public REGISTRATION REQUIRED Register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/2026PresAwards
During the Weimar Republic (1919 to 1933), Berlin was considered the queerest city in the entire world, as well as a trailblazer of transgender healthcare and culture. Join Milo Todd (The Lilac People) as he discusses the era’s vibrant trans community and its endless series of documented firsts, including terminology, surgeries, rights, memoirs, and music. […]
