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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: June 26th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-june26-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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SUMMARY:Maritime Collections Tour
DESCRIPTION:CLA Archivist Zachary Bodnar led this tour exploring tales of those who left Boston by sea. \nBoston’s maritime history is long and rich\, and the Congregational Library & Archives’ collections speak to this unique Boston story. This tour will feature diaries\, newspaper articles\, and other firsthand accounts of voyages by sea from those departing Boston to distant lands in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. From the journals of missionaries departing Boston for Turkey\, to images of the Morning Star\, a Boston-built ship destined for Hawai’i\, this tour is sure to captivate all who look towards the sea with awe. \nHeld in the CLA’s historic reading room at 14 Beacon Street\, these monthly collection tours connected residents of Beacon Hill and the greater Boston region with original\, rarely seen materials in the CLA’s collections. \nThis event ran from 12 to 1 pm and began with a short talk by Zachary Bodnar\, followed by plenty of time for browsing items from our collections and asking questions. \nThanks to the generosity of the Beacon Hill Civic Association\, these programs were offered completely free of charge to the public.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/maritime-collections-tour
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Story,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T141500
DTSTAMP:20260630T083500Z
CREATED:20260425T020136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T083500Z
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SUMMARY:Researching the Revolution Using New England’s Hidden Histories 2026
DESCRIPTION:This was the first of five class sessions. \nIn this five-week online class\, participants learned about the history of Congregationalists in the American Revolution through the different types of primary source materials in New England’s Hidden Histories. They explored how sermons\, church records\, and personal papers reveal first-hand accounts and the ways communities responded before\, during\, and after the war for independence. \nThe class was led by Dr. Kyle Roberts (CLA Executive Director) and Dr. Tricia Peone (NEHH Project Director). Course topics included: an introduction to researching with church records on a digital platform\, overviews of the American Revolution and Congregational history\, and ways to uncover the histories of marginalized New Englanders. Each week we discussed and interpreted primary source documents and learned about religious life during the Revolutionary era. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kyle Roberts was appointed the Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in 2022. He received his BA in American Studies from Williams College and his PhD in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to coming to the CLA\, he was Associate Director of Library & Museum Programming at the American Philosophical Society and Associate Professor of Public History and New Media and Director of the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities at Loyola University Chicago. \nA scholar of Atlantic World religion\, print\, and library history\, he is the author of Evangelical Gotham: Religion and the Making of New York City\, 1783-1860 (Chicago\, 2016)\, the co-editor\, with Stephen Schloesser\, of Crossings and Dwellings: Restored Jesuits\, Women Religious\, American Experience 1814-2014 (Brill\, 2017) and\, with Mark Towsey\, of Before the Public Library: Reading\, Community\, and Identity in the Atlantic World\, 1650-1850 (Brill\, 2017). \nKyle is an accomplished public historian and digital humanist whose collaborative projects include the Jesuit Libraries Provenance Project\, the Maryland Loyalism Project\, and Dissenting Academies Online: Virtual Library System. In addition to being the consultant for numerous digital and public history projects\, he sits on the executive committees of the American Catholic Historical Association\, the New England Historical Association\, the Urban History Association He is on the editorial and advisory boards for American Catholic Studies\, Early American Studies\, and portal. \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. Prior to joining the CLA\, she was a research scholar at Historic New England for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She has also previously worked as the public programs director at New Hampshire Humanities\, a university lecturer teaching classes on the Salem witch trials\, early New England\, and public history\, and as a researcher for cultural heritage organizations. Her scholarship focuses on early New England\, particularly the history of magic and witchcraft\, and her work on these subjects has appeared in journals\, books\, blogs\, and on radio and television. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/researching-revolution-26-1
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T130000
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SUMMARY:Sermons of Independence: A Virtual Collections Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Tricia Peone\, New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director\, for a virtual tour exploring sermons from the Revolutionary era. \nCommemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a tour of sermons and other materials from that era. Print and manuscript sermons illustrate how Congregationalists explored and defined the meaning of liberty while navigating the violence and destruction of war. The tour will also investigate how Congregational Library & Archives’ collections reveal the ways Congregational ministers interpreted their own role in shaping memory of the Revolution. \nThis event is free and open to all\, but registration is required via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5417796991338/WN_AO4ZMZtMQgi37IrWiCfzmw \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the webinar. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIO \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. She previously worked at Historic New England\, where she was a research scholar for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sermons-independence-virtual
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Congregational Story,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T160000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: July 2nd Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-july2-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T140000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (July 2nd)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with CLA Executive Director Dr. Kyle Roberts. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with Dr. Roberts\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-july2
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T141500
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CREATED:20260425T020507Z
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SUMMARY:Researching the Revolution Using New England’s Hidden Histories 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is the second of five class sessions. \nJoin us this summer to explore the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary. In this five-week online class\, participants will learn about the history of Congregationalists in the American Revolution through the different types of primary source materials in New England’s Hidden Histories. Explore how sermons\, church records\, and personal papers reveal first-hand accounts and the ways communities responded before\, during\, and after the war for independence. \nThe class will be led by Dr. Kyle Roberts (CLA Executive Director) and Dr. Tricia Peone (NEHH Project Director). Course topics will include: an introduction to researching with church records on a digital platform\, overviews of the American Revolution and Congregational history\, and ways to uncover the histories of marginalized New Englanders. Each week we will discuss and interpret primary source documents and learn about religious life during the Revolutionary era. \nThe cost to attend is $150 for individual and church members and $165 for non-members. Limited funds are available as scholarships for those otherwise unable to attend. \nTo attend\, register by Friday\, June 26th at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/26SummerClasses.html. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the class. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kyle Roberts was appointed the Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in 2022. He received his BA in American Studies from Williams College and his PhD in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to coming to the CLA\, he was Associate Director of Library & Museum Programming at the American Philosophical Society and Associate Professor of Public History and New Media and Director of the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities at Loyola University Chicago. \nA scholar of Atlantic World religion\, print\, and library history\, he is the author of Evangelical Gotham: Religion and the Making of New York City\, 1783-1860 (Chicago\, 2016)\, the co-editor\, with Stephen Schloesser\, of Crossings and Dwellings: Restored Jesuits\, Women Religious\, American Experience 1814-2014 (Brill\, 2017) and\, with Mark Towsey\, of Before the Public Library: Reading\, Community\, and Identity in the Atlantic World\, 1650-1850 (Brill\, 2017). \nKyle is an accomplished public historian and digital humanist whose collaborative projects include the Jesuit Libraries Provenance Project\, the Maryland Loyalism Project\, and Dissenting Academies Online: Virtual Library System. In addition to being the consultant for numerous digital and public history projects\, he sits on the executive committees of the American Catholic Historical Association\, the New England Historical Association\, the Urban History Association He is on the editorial and advisory boards for American Catholic Studies\, Early American Studies\, and portal. \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. Prior to joining the CLA\, she was a research scholar at Historic New England for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She has also previously worked as the public programs director at New Hampshire Humanities\, a university lecturer teaching classes on the Salem witch trials\, early New England\, and public history\, and as a researcher for cultural heritage organizations. Her scholarship focuses on early New England\, particularly the history of magic and witchcraft\, and her work on these subjects has appeared in journals\, books\, blogs\, and on radio and television. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/researching-revolution-26-2
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T122302Z
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SUMMARY:CSI Summer Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:This was the third of five class sessions. \nThe Congregational Library & Archives was pleased to host our second annual CSI Summer Camp. \nArchivists Zachary Bodnar and Billy McCarthy led attendees through the steps needed to successfully begin archiving your church’s important records and valuable memories. This multi-session online program\, hosted on Zoom\, provided guidance and instruction on the archival process keeping in mind your specific collections and locations. \nOver the course of five sessions\, Zachary and Billy provided hands-on and in-depth instruction about how to begin tackling the seemingly mountainous task of properly archiving your church’s collection. Between sessions there were exercises to complete at your own pace that reinforced lessons and set up participants for the next session. Sessions included time for instructions\, group discussions\, and Q&A. Sessions will focus on the following four topics: gathering your collection\, identifying materials\, organizing records\, and crafting finding aids. \nThis program was part of our Church Stewardship Initiative (CSI). Find the videos of past workshops and free resources on our CSI webpage. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nZachary Bodnar graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science from Simmons University\, with a concentration in archives management\, in 2018. Prior to his work at the CLA\, Zachary worked at the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden archive\, the Vassar College Special Collections\, the Harvard Law School Library\, and the Harvard Botany Libraries. Zachary joined the CLA as an Archives Assistant in 2017\, helping to prepare materials for digitization through the New England’s Hidden Histories program. In 2018\, he took on the title of Archivist. His professional interests include metadata collection and management\, digital archiving\, audio/visual preservation\, and archives management. \nBilly McCarthy graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) at Simmons University with a concentration in Archival Management. He started working at the CLA through a graduate internship and was hired full-time as an Archivist in 2018. Billy is the Head of Reader Services\, helping the CLA’s visitors with reference requests and facilitating in-person research. Billy also serves as the collection manager for the archives\, working with CLA’s offsite vendor to protect and maintain the organization’s archival records. Some of his professional interests include increasing access\, collection management\, processing of complex materials\, and facilitating research.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/csi-summer-camp-26-3
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,CSI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095018Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: July 10th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-july10-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T085319Z
CREATED:20260413T085208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T085319Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (July 10th)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director and exhibition curator\, Dr. Tricia Peone. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with the curator\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-july10
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T141500
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SUMMARY:Researching the Revolution Using New England’s Hidden Histories 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is the third of five class sessions. \nJoin us this summer to explore the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary. In this five-week online class\, participants will learn about the history of Congregationalists in the American Revolution through the different types of primary source materials in New England’s Hidden Histories. Explore how sermons\, church records\, and personal papers reveal first-hand accounts and the ways communities responded before\, during\, and after the war for independence. \nThe class will be led by Dr. Kyle Roberts (CLA Executive Director) and Dr. Tricia Peone (NEHH Project Director). Course topics will include: an introduction to researching with church records on a digital platform\, overviews of the American Revolution and Congregational history\, and ways to uncover the histories of marginalized New Englanders. Each week we will discuss and interpret primary source documents and learn about religious life during the Revolutionary era. \nThe cost to attend is $150 for individual and church members and $165 for non-members. Limited funds are available as scholarships for those otherwise unable to attend. \nTo attend\, register by Friday\, June 26th at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/26SummerClasses.html. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the class. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kyle Roberts was appointed the Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in 2022. He received his BA in American Studies from Williams College and his PhD in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to coming to the CLA\, he was Associate Director of Library & Museum Programming at the American Philosophical Society and Associate Professor of Public History and New Media and Director of the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities at Loyola University Chicago. \nA scholar of Atlantic World religion\, print\, and library history\, he is the author of Evangelical Gotham: Religion and the Making of New York City\, 1783-1860 (Chicago\, 2016)\, the co-editor\, with Stephen Schloesser\, of Crossings and Dwellings: Restored Jesuits\, Women Religious\, American Experience 1814-2014 (Brill\, 2017) and\, with Mark Towsey\, of Before the Public Library: Reading\, Community\, and Identity in the Atlantic World\, 1650-1850 (Brill\, 2017). \nKyle is an accomplished public historian and digital humanist whose collaborative projects include the Jesuit Libraries Provenance Project\, the Maryland Loyalism Project\, and Dissenting Academies Online: Virtual Library System. In addition to being the consultant for numerous digital and public history projects\, he sits on the executive committees of the American Catholic Historical Association\, the New England Historical Association\, the Urban History Association He is on the editorial and advisory boards for American Catholic Studies\, Early American Studies\, and portal. \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. Prior to joining the CLA\, she was a research scholar at Historic New England for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She has also previously worked as the public programs director at New Hampshire Humanities\, a university lecturer teaching classes on the Salem witch trials\, early New England\, and public history\, and as a researcher for cultural heritage organizations. Her scholarship focuses on early New England\, particularly the history of magic and witchcraft\, and her work on these subjects has appeared in journals\, books\, blogs\, and on radio and television. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/researching-revolution-26-3
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095054Z
CREATED:20260413T093350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T095054Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: July 17th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-july17-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260327T112941Z
CREATED:20260327T112317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T112941Z
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SUMMARY:Sermons of Independence Collections Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Tricia Peone\, New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director\, at 14 Beacon for a tour exploring sermons from the Revolutionary era. \nCommemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a tour exploring sermons and other materials from that era. Print and manuscript sermons illustrate how Congregationalists explored and defined the meaning of liberty while navigating the violence and destruction of war. The Congregational Library & Archives collections also reveal how Congregational ministers interpreted their own role in shaping memory of the Revolution. \nHeld in the CLA’s historic reading room at 14 Beacon Street\, these monthly collection tours connect residents of Beacon Hill and the greater Boston region with original\, rarely seen materials in the CLA’s collections. \nThis event will run from 12 to 1 pm and will begin with a short talk by Tricia Peone\, followed by plenty of time for browsing items from our collections and asking questions. \nThanks to the generosity of the Beacon Hill Civic Association\, these programs are offered completely free of charge to the public. Reservations via Eventbrite are appreciated but not required.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sermons-independence-collections-tour
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T141500
DTSTAMP:20260428T005135Z
CREATED:20260425T021205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T005135Z
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SUMMARY:Researching the Revolution Using New England’s Hidden Histories 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is the fourth of five class sessions. \nJoin us this summer to explore the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary. In this five-week online class\, participants will learn about the history of Congregationalists in the American Revolution through the different types of primary source materials in New England’s Hidden Histories. Explore how sermons\, church records\, and personal papers reveal first-hand accounts and the ways communities responded before\, during\, and after the war for independence. \nThe class will be led by Dr. Kyle Roberts (CLA Executive Director) and Dr. Tricia Peone (NEHH Project Director). Course topics will include: an introduction to researching with church records on a digital platform\, overviews of the American Revolution and Congregational history\, and ways to uncover the histories of marginalized New Englanders. Each week we will discuss and interpret primary source documents and learn about religious life during the Revolutionary era. \nThe cost to attend is $150 for individual and church members and $165 for non-members. Limited funds are available as scholarships for those otherwise unable to attend. \nTo attend\, register by Friday\, June 26th at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/26SummerClasses.html. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the class. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kyle Roberts was appointed the Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in 2022. He received his BA in American Studies from Williams College and his PhD in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to coming to the CLA\, he was Associate Director of Library & Museum Programming at the American Philosophical Society and Associate Professor of Public History and New Media and Director of the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities at Loyola University Chicago. \nA scholar of Atlantic World religion\, print\, and library history\, he is the author of Evangelical Gotham: Religion and the Making of New York City\, 1783-1860 (Chicago\, 2016)\, the co-editor\, with Stephen Schloesser\, of Crossings and Dwellings: Restored Jesuits\, Women Religious\, American Experience 1814-2014 (Brill\, 2017) and\, with Mark Towsey\, of Before the Public Library: Reading\, Community\, and Identity in the Atlantic World\, 1650-1850 (Brill\, 2017). \nKyle is an accomplished public historian and digital humanist whose collaborative projects include the Jesuit Libraries Provenance Project\, the Maryland Loyalism Project\, and Dissenting Academies Online: Virtual Library System. In addition to being the consultant for numerous digital and public history projects\, he sits on the executive committees of the American Catholic Historical Association\, the New England Historical Association\, the Urban History Association He is on the editorial and advisory boards for American Catholic Studies\, Early American Studies\, and portal. \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. Prior to joining the CLA\, she was a research scholar at Historic New England for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She has also previously worked as the public programs director at New Hampshire Humanities\, a university lecturer teaching classes on the Salem witch trials\, early New England\, and public history\, and as a researcher for cultural heritage organizations. Her scholarship focuses on early New England\, particularly the history of magic and witchcraft\, and her work on these subjects has appeared in journals\, books\, blogs\, and on radio and television. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/researching-revolution-26-4
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T122340Z
CREATED:20260425T014850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T122340Z
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SUMMARY:CSI Summer Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:This was the fourth of five class sessions. \nThe Congregational Library & Archives was pleased to host our second annual CSI Summer Camp. \nArchivists Zachary Bodnar and Billy McCarthy led attendees through the steps needed to successfully begin archiving your church’s important records and valuable memories. This multi-session online program\, hosted on Zoom\, provided guidance and instruction on the archival process keeping in mind your specific collections and locations. \nOver the course of five sessions\, Zachary and Billy provided hands-on and in-depth instruction about how to begin tackling the seemingly mountainous task of properly archiving your church’s collection. Between sessions there were exercises to complete at your own pace that reinforced lessons and set up participants for the next session. Sessions included time for instructions\, group discussions\, and Q&A. Sessions will focus on the following four topics: gathering your collection\, identifying materials\, organizing records\, and crafting finding aids. \nThis program was part of our Church Stewardship Initiative (CSI). Find the videos of past workshops and free resources on our CSI webpage. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nZachary Bodnar graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science from Simmons University\, with a concentration in archives management\, in 2018. Prior to his work at the CLA\, Zachary worked at the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden archive\, the Vassar College Special Collections\, the Harvard Law School Library\, and the Harvard Botany Libraries. Zachary joined the CLA as an Archives Assistant in 2017\, helping to prepare materials for digitization through the New England’s Hidden Histories program. In 2018\, he took on the title of Archivist. His professional interests include metadata collection and management\, digital archiving\, audio/visual preservation\, and archives management. \nBilly McCarthy graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) at Simmons University with a concentration in Archival Management. He started working at the CLA through a graduate internship and was hired full-time as an Archivist in 2018. Billy is the Head of Reader Services\, helping the CLA’s visitors with reference requests and facilitating in-person research. Billy also serves as the collection manager for the archives\, working with CLA’s offsite vendor to protect and maintain the organization’s archival records. Some of his professional interests include increasing access\, collection management\, processing of complex materials\, and facilitating research.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/csi-summer-camp-26-4
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,CSI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095139Z
CREATED:20260413T093744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T095139Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: July 24th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-july24-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T085741Z
CREATED:20260413T085741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T085741Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (July 24th)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with CLA Executive Director Dr. Kyle Roberts. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with Dr. Roberts\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-july24
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T141500
DTSTAMP:20260428T005228Z
CREATED:20260425T021505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T005228Z
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SUMMARY:Researching the Revolution Using New England’s Hidden Histories 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is the last of five class sessions. \nJoin us this summer to explore the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary. In this five-week online class\, participants will learn about the history of Congregationalists in the American Revolution through the different types of primary source materials in New England’s Hidden Histories. Explore how sermons\, church records\, and personal papers reveal first-hand accounts and the ways communities responded before\, during\, and after the war for independence. \nThe class will be led by Dr. Kyle Roberts (CLA Executive Director) and Dr. Tricia Peone (NEHH Project Director). Course topics will include: an introduction to researching with church records on a digital platform\, overviews of the American Revolution and Congregational history\, and ways to uncover the histories of marginalized New Englanders. Each week we will discuss and interpret primary source documents and learn about religious life during the Revolutionary era. \nThe cost to attend is $150 for individual and church members and $165 for non-members. Limited funds are available as scholarships for those otherwise unable to attend. \nTo attend\, register by Friday\, June 26th at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/26SummerClasses.html. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the class. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kyle Roberts was appointed the Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in 2022. He received his BA in American Studies from Williams College and his PhD in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to coming to the CLA\, he was Associate Director of Library & Museum Programming at the American Philosophical Society and Associate Professor of Public History and New Media and Director of the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities at Loyola University Chicago. \nA scholar of Atlantic World religion\, print\, and library history\, he is the author of Evangelical Gotham: Religion and the Making of New York City\, 1783-1860 (Chicago\, 2016)\, the co-editor\, with Stephen Schloesser\, of Crossings and Dwellings: Restored Jesuits\, Women Religious\, American Experience 1814-2014 (Brill\, 2017) and\, with Mark Towsey\, of Before the Public Library: Reading\, Community\, and Identity in the Atlantic World\, 1650-1850 (Brill\, 2017). \nKyle is an accomplished public historian and digital humanist whose collaborative projects include the Jesuit Libraries Provenance Project\, the Maryland Loyalism Project\, and Dissenting Academies Online: Virtual Library System. In addition to being the consultant for numerous digital and public history projects\, he sits on the executive committees of the American Catholic Historical Association\, the New England Historical Association\, the Urban History Association He is on the editorial and advisory boards for American Catholic Studies\, Early American Studies\, and portal. \nDr. Tricia Peone joined the CLA in 2022 as the Project Director for New England’s Hidden Histories. Prior to joining the CLA\, she was a research scholar at Historic New England for the Recovering New England’s Voices project. She has also previously worked as the public programs director at New Hampshire Humanities\, a university lecturer teaching classes on the Salem witch trials\, early New England\, and public history\, and as a researcher for cultural heritage organizations. Her scholarship focuses on early New England\, particularly the history of magic and witchcraft\, and her work on these subjects has appeared in journals\, books\, blogs\, and on radio and television. She holds a PhD in history from the University of New Hampshire with a specialization in the early modern Atlantic world and history of science.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/researching-revolution-26-5
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,NEHH,Revolutionary Stories
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095209Z
CREATED:20260413T094044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T095209Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: July 31st Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-july31-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090107Z
CREATED:20260413T090107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T090107Z
UID:14771-1785502800-1785506400@congregationallibrary.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (July 31st)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director and exhibition curator\, Dr. Tricia Peone. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with the curator\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-july31
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T122418Z
CREATED:20260425T015158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T122418Z
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SUMMARY:CSI Summer Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:This was the last of five class sessions. \nThe Congregational Library & Archives was pleased to host our second annual CSI Summer Camp. \nArchivists Zachary Bodnar and Billy McCarthy led attendees through the steps needed to successfully begin archiving your church’s important records and valuable memories. This multi-session online program\, hosted on Zoom\, provided guidance and instruction on the archival process keeping in mind your specific collections and locations. \nOver the course of five sessions\, Zachary and Billy provided hands-on and in-depth instruction about how to begin tackling the seemingly mountainous task of properly archiving your church’s collection. Between sessions there were exercises to complete at your own pace that reinforced lessons and set up participants for the next session. Sessions included time for instructions\, group discussions\, and Q&A. Sessions will focus on the following four topics: gathering your collection\, identifying materials\, organizing records\, and crafting finding aids. \nThis program was part of our Church Stewardship Initiative (CSI). Find the videos of past workshops and free resources on our CSI webpage. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nZachary Bodnar graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science from Simmons University\, with a concentration in archives management\, in 2018. Prior to his work at the CLA\, Zachary worked at the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden archive\, the Vassar College Special Collections\, the Harvard Law School Library\, and the Harvard Botany Libraries. Zachary joined the CLA as an Archives Assistant in 2017\, helping to prepare materials for digitization through the New England’s Hidden Histories program. In 2018\, he took on the title of Archivist. His professional interests include metadata collection and management\, digital archiving\, audio/visual preservation\, and archives management. \nBilly McCarthy graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) at Simmons University with a concentration in Archival Management. He started working at the CLA through a graduate internship and was hired full-time as an Archivist in 2018. Billy is the Head of Reader Services\, helping the CLA’s visitors with reference requests and facilitating in-person research. Billy also serves as the collection manager for the archives\, working with CLA’s offsite vendor to protect and maintain the organization’s archival records. Some of his professional interests include increasing access\, collection management\, processing of complex materials\, and facilitating research.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/csi-summer-camp-26-5
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,CSI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095246Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: August 7th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-aug7-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090422Z
CREATED:20260413T090422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T090422Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (August 7th)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director and exhibition curator\, Dr. Tricia Peone. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with the curator\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-aug7
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095317Z
CREATED:20260413T094610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T095317Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion: August 14th Open Day
DESCRIPTION:This summer marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Due to popular demand\, we will be reopening our in-person exhibition\, Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts for eight days in June\, July\, and August for free\, walk-in viewing. \nSacred Rebellion highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. We hope you will make plans to visit and learn more about the connections between Congregationalism and the American Revolution. \nBy the time the war began\, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified\, sacred rebellion. Through sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters\, Congregationalists shared their stories\, reflected on their moral obligations to each other\, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive\, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many\, especially those on the margins. These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today\, 250 years later. \nHighlights from the exhibition include items connected to well-known Massachusetts historical figures such as Phillis Wheatley Peters\, Jonathan Mayhew\, and Benjamin Franklin\, as well as materials from many lesser-known individuals such as Mary Counce\, whose papers provide a rare look at a woman’s experiences living in Boston during the Revolutionary War\, and a one-of-a-kind manuscript music book featuring hymns and patriotic songs created by a young woman named Abigail Cleaveland. \nSacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts will be open to the public at the Congregational Library & Archives from 11 am – 4 pm on June 26\, July 2\, July 10\, July 17\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, August 14. Admission is free\, and booking is required for groups of 10 or more. \nAdditionally\, Curator’s Tours will be available at 1 pm on July 2\, July 10\, July 24\, July 31\, August 7\, and August 14\, and tickets can be purchased for $5. \nFind more information on the exhibition and related events at congregationallibrary.org/sacred-rebellion. \n  \nThe Congregational Library & Archives is located at 14 Beacon Street\, Boston on the second floor. It is a short walk from the Park Street\, State\, and Government Center subway stops. Elevators are available in the lobby. The exhibition and reading room are wheelchair accessible. Find more information about planning your visit at congregationallibrary.org/visit. \nBook an appointment for a group tour by emailing info@14beacon.org or calling 617.523.0470 x102.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-aug14-open-day
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090742Z
CREATED:20260413T090742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T090742Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Rebellion Curator's Tour (August 14th)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 14 Beacon for a special tour of Sacred Rebellion with New England’s Hidden Histories Project Director and exhibition curator\, Dr. Tricia Peone. \nThe exhibition features many treasures from the CLA’s collections: sermons\, books\, poems\, songs\, and letters created by Massachusetts Congregationalists during and after the American Revolution. These objects reveal how Congregationalists understood their moral obligations to each other and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. \nAttendees will view the exhibition with the curator\, learn more about the objects on display\, and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibition. The discussion will also explore the unfinished business of the Revolution and the meaning of its legacy today. \nSpace is limited. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased via this link: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/2026CuratorTours.html
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/sacred-rebellion-curator-tour-aug14
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Sacred Rebellion,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260327T112820Z
CREATED:20260327T112820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T112820Z
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SUMMARY:Church Cookbooks Collections Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join CLA Librarian Meaghan Wright at 14 Beacon for a tour celebrating highlights from our extensive church cookbook collection. \nThese crowdsourced cookbooks\, spanning the nineteenth and twentieth centuries\, were created by members of Congregational churches\, often as part of a fundraiser. This tour will explore what we can learn from these items\, including cooking styles from across the country and around the world\, and some of the ways women have historically contributed to their congregation’s mission. As a special summer treat\, staff will prepare recipes from these tasty (and maybe not so tasty) troves of recipes in a historical potluck. \nHeld in the CLA’s historic reading room at 14 Beacon Street\, these monthly collection tours connect residents of Beacon Hill and the greater Boston region with original\, rarely seen materials in the CLA’s collections. \nThis event will run from 12 to 1 pm and will begin with a short talk by Meaghan Wright\, followed by plenty of time for browsing items from our collections and asking questions. \nThanks to the generosity of the Beacon Hill Civic Association\, these programs are offered completely free of charge to the public. Reservations via Eventbrite are appreciated but not required.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/church-cookbooks-collections-tour
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Story,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T003529Z
CREATED:20260425T012803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T003529Z
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SUMMARY:The Archives Edit: A Workshop in Arranging Your Church’s Archive
DESCRIPTION:One of the core principles of archival theory is arrangement\, the process by which archivists create physical and intellectual order out of a collection. Led by the CLA’s archivists\, Zachary Bodnar and Billy McCarthy\, this Church Stewardship Initiative workshop will introduce participants to the concepts of physically and intellectually arranging a church’s archive through a combination of instruction\, demonstration\, and hands-on activities. \nWhile intellectual and physical arrangement are separate tasks with different outcomes\, they are inextricably linked together and form the backbone of archival processing and accessibility. Physical arrangement is the process of safely housing\, labeling\, and ordering physical materials\, while intellectual arrangement is the process of creating an inventory that maintains connections among objects and logically orders them into a hierarchical list. \nThe workshop has been designed for those tasked with keeping\, preserving\, and making accessible a church’s valuable records. Zachary and Billy will discuss core archival principles in detail and give examples of how those concepts may be applied to church records collections of all shapes and sizes. Topics they will cover include how to arrange a collection of seemingly disparate materials into useful broad categories\, how to identify relationships among various items in your collection\, and how to identify or recreate a collection’s original order. No previous knowledge of archiving is required–just an excitement to learn. \nParticipants can expect to leave the workshop with an understanding of the principles of arrangement and concrete next steps for how they may apply those principles to their own collections. \nThis program is part of our Church Stewardship Initiative (CSI). Find the videos of past workshops and free resources on our CSI webpage. \nThe cost to attend is $50 for individual and church members and $60 for non-members\, and lunch is included with your registration. Limited funds are available as scholarships for those otherwise unable to attend. \nTo attend\, register by Tuesday\, August 25th at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/CongregationalLibrary/26SummerWorkshops.html. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the workshop. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \n  \nSPEAKER BIOS \nZachary Bodnar graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science from Simmons University\, with a concentration in archives management\, in 2018. Prior to his work at the CLA\, Zachary worked at the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden archive\, the Vassar College Special Collections\, the Harvard Law School Library\, and the Harvard Botany Libraries. Zachary joined the CLA as an Archives Assistant in 2017\, helping to prepare materials for digitization through the New England’s Hidden Histories program. In 2018\, he took on the title of Archivist. His professional interests include metadata collection and management\, digital archiving\, audio/visual preservation\, and archives management. \nBilly McCarthy graduated with a Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) at Simmons University with a concentration in Archival Management. He started working at the CLA through a graduate internship and was hired full-time as an Archivist in 2018. Billy is the Head of Reader Services\, helping the CLA’s visitors with reference requests and facilitating in-person research. Billy also serves as the collection manager for the archives\, working with CLA’s offsite vendor to protect and maintain the organization’s archival records. Some of his professional interests include increasing access\, collection management\, processing of complex materials\, and facilitating research.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/archives-edit-26
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T163129Z
CREATED:20260330T090254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T163129Z
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SUMMARY:Boston’s Religious Landscape - A Celebration of the Churches of Boston
DESCRIPTION:Join CLA Archivists Billy McCarthy and Zachary Bodnar at 14 Beacon for a tour exploring records from five centuries of Boston’s churches. \nCelebrate the anniversary of Boston’s founding by exploring the many historic churches that have made Boston unique. This tour will feature records\, images\, postcards\, pew plans\, a 1669 land deed\, and scrapbooks from both famous churches\, such as Park Street Church and Old South Church\, to lesser-known churches\, such as Salem and Mariners’ Church and Berkeley Temple Congregational Church. \nHeld in the CLA’s historic reading room at 14 Beacon Street\, these monthly collection tours connect residents of Beacon Hill and the greater Boston region with original\, rarely seen materials in the CLA’s collections. \nThis event will run from 12 to 1 pm and will begin with a short talk by Billy and Zachary\, followed by plenty of time for browsing items from our collections and asking questions. \nThanks to the generosity of the Beacon Hill Civic Association\, these programs are offered completely free of charge to the public. Reservations via Eventbrite are appreciated but not required.
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/bostons-religious-landscape
LOCATION:Congregational Library & Archives\, 14 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHCA Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260914T171217Z
CREATED:20260911T210447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T171217Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Your Church’s History – A Virtual Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Telling the story of a local church – how it came to be and how it has grown and changed over time – is a worthwhile project. Church histories provide opportunities to record memories\, gather important facts\, and to discover where the church has come from and where it is headed. Whether your church is forty years old or four hundred\, its story deserves to be told!  \nEvery church has a history\, but that does not mean there is only one way to write the history of a church. This roundtable discussion features authors of recent church histories to share their experiences – and offer some sage advice – on how they wrote about topics as varied as the church’s different structures\, its stained glass windows\, and its history of enslavement. They will reflect on what inspired them to write the book\, how they did the research\, and where they decided to published the history  \nJoin us for this program to be inspired to write your own church’s history\, or just to hear some great ways Congregational churches are celebrating their community histories.  \n  \nThis event is free and open to all\, but registration is required. Click here to register. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the webinar.  \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org.  \n  \nSpeakers \nValerie Velazquez de Louzonis\, is a native of Brooklyn and a lifelong member of Plymouth Church. She possesses degrees in the arts\, fashion design\, and art history\, and holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership in the Arts. Her professional life includes work in fashion design/merchandising\, arts education\, and arts administration for the NYC Department of Education.   \nA childhood fascination with the unusual historical subjects of Plymouth’s sanctuary windows led to years of research resulting in the writing of Facets of Freedom. In this\, her first publication\, she combines her interest in art history with the compelling story of one of the most famous churches in the annals of American History. Valerie and her husband Joseph Louzonis\, a classicist and retired college dean\, live in Brooklyn Heights\, New York.   \nRev. Peter Laarman joined the First Unitarian Church of Providence following ten years as executive director of Progressive Christians Uniting in Southern California. He served previously as senior minister of New York’s Judson Memorial Church. In 2022 Peter began investigating the Providence congregation’s many links to slavery in New England\, the Caribbean\, and the Deep South. A 2025 book about this history–“A Church in a Triangle”–will be followed this year by a graphic novel for use in R.I. schools and colleges. With support from the RI 250 Commission\, “Sugar Rush: The Caribbean Roots of Rhode Island’s Rebellion” will be printed in English and Spanish.   \nWill Vaus was born in Sleepy Hollow\, NY and grew up in La Jolla\, CA. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in drama from the University of California at San Diego and a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. Will is the author of 18 books including Mere Theology: A Guide to the Thought of C. S. Lewis. He currently serves as the Senior Pastor of The First Congregational Church of Yarmouth. Will and his wife\, Becky\, have three grown sons: James\, Jonathan and Joshua. They live on Cape Cod. 
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/writing-your-churchs-history
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T120527Z
CREATED:20260911T211444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T120527Z
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SUMMARY:The Palace of the Thundering Gods – Synthesizing Colonial American Religious History: A Virtual Round Table
DESCRIPTION:The Palace of Thundering Gods is a freely accessible\, open-source resource that tells the history of Religion in the United States. It has been created through the collaboration of over 100 scholars to create what they hope will be an “accessible yet rigorous history” of religion in the United States.  \nJoin us to hear from the scholars working on the Colonial American religious history segments of the new resource in this virtual roundtable.   \nTo reckon with the American past\, it is necessarily to reckon with the history of American religion. But American religion has never been singular. Far from static or stable\, it exists in a state of unending transformation\, perpetually being made and remade across the centuries. Nor is it monolithic.  \n  \nThis event is free and open to all\, but registration is required. Click here to register. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the webinar.    \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org.  \n  \nSpeakers \nAll speaker information forthcoming. \nMichael Baysa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion at the University of Vermont. His research focuses on the history of religious publishing and the printing press in early America. His current book manuscript\, Sacred Voices\, Printed Silences: The Struggle Against Protestant Dominance in Early American Publishing (NYU Press\, 2027)\, explores the publishing difficulties faced by racialized and heterodox writers across early British North America. His second book project will be a biography of eighteenth-century Boston minister Charles Chauncy.  \nSaffron Hooper Sener (she/her) is a feminist scholar of early modern North American environmental history. A Ph.D. Candidate in History at Harvard University\, she focuses on histories of gender\, sexuality\, and medicine as they intersect with the unique ecologies of the American West. Sener is a graduate of UC Berkeley with a degree in History and the History of Art; driven by intertwined scholarly and artistic practices\, her research engages visual and material cultures both as subject matter and methodology. \nKaty Telling is the John Carter Brown Library 2026 Postdoc Program Coordinator in Providence\, Rhode Island. She is an historian of gender\, religion\, and power in early America\, with an emphasis on the history of early American Quakers. Her dissertation examined Quaker meetings’ interventions in private households and familial life in the early South and she is currently working on a larger project interrogating the intersections of gender\, militarism\, and religiously-motivated antiwar pacifism in early American life. Telling is also the Productions Editor for Commonplace Journal. She edited Chapter 2: Colonial Foundations (1650-1720) for The Palace of Thundering Gods.  \nAnthony Trujillo is Ph.D. candidate in American Studies at Harvard University from Ohkay Owingeh\, one of the five Tewa speaking pueblos on the upper Rio Grande. His work sits at the intersection of Native American and Indigenous Studies\, early American history\, literary studies and religion and investigates the multiple modalities through which Indigenous peoples and nations engender dynamic spaces of meaning\, connection and power in colonial contexts. 
URL:https://congregationallibrary.org/events/the-palace-of-the-thundering-gods
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Book Talks
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