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SUMMARY:November Keep Museum Reopening & Open House
DESCRIPTION:We will celebrate our reopening with an open house on Sunday\, November 7 from 1–3:00 pm. A new exhibit of  Belle Epoque buttons is displayed with copies of original pen and ink drawings executed by Monson art teacher and button collector W. Louise Larson. \nVery often the designs resemble work from the Art Nouveau Era (1890–1910) when interest in Egyptian design was inspired by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. \nOther new exhibits are glass buttons of various colors\, designs and ages plus a display of Christmas-themed buttons. \nWe look forward to welcoming you once again to the museum!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/keep-museum-open-house/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T220535Z
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SUMMARY:December Keep Museum Holiday Sing-Along
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to tour the Keep Homestead Museum at 35 Ely Road in Monson from 1:00–3:00 pm on Sunday\, December 5 to enjoy special button exhibits and a Holiday Sing-along led by Gay Paluch\, pianist\, and Joe Wholley\, flutist. Join voices to celebrate the holiday season and learn about the history of carols and seasonal songs. Discover the beauty of buttons hailing from around the world. \nAn exhibit entitled “Christmas Buttons” features several special collections of Myra Keep’s heirloom buttons. Superimposed on a music staff are black glass buttons\, each one representing a note in the carol “Hark the Herald Angels Sing.” Among the Bethlehem Mother of Pearl hand-carved shell buttons are an angel with spread wings\, Madonna and child\, and a delicate carving of Mary and Joseph en route to Bethlehem. Buttons in all shades of red and green and symbols of Christmas\, including candles\, holly\, poinsettia\, and wreaths\, will delight those who explore the historic collection at the museum. \nThis festive afternoon at the Keep Homestead Museum is free of charge. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/keep-museum-holiday-sing-along/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220403T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220403T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T171711Z
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SUMMARY:Life Aboard a Whaling Ship with Anne Barrett
DESCRIPTION:Keep Museum Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month during the season from 1 – 3:30 pm and are open to the public free of  charge. \nOur first Open House kicks off with the “Life Aboard a Whaling Ship” performance featuring Anne Barrett with the story of Mary Lawrence\, a whaling wife who sailed aboard the Addison. \nAnne is an actress\, historian\, re-enactor and performer specializing in portraying women in history. In this performance as Mary Lawrence\, she will bring forth the joys and tribulations of life at sea for three and a half years with her husband Captain Samuel Lawrence and their daughter Minnie.  \nStay tuned for additional information.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/life-aboard-a-whaling-ship-with-anne-barrett/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220403T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220316T145313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T145313Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220315T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T132135Z
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/open-house/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220408T132522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T142556Z
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SUMMARY:Dairy Farming in Monson
DESCRIPTION:History\, stories\, and artifacts will be shared during an informal get-together with several members of the oldest dairy farm families in Monson.\nThe Keep Homestead Museum will present ”Dairy Farming in Monson“ on Sunday\, May 1\, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. in the barn. We will be visiting with some of the descendants of dairy farms past and present. At one time\, Monson had twenty-seven (27) farms related to the dairy business. Today there is only one farm that is still producing milk. \nIn addition to a descendant of one of Monson’s oldest dairy farms that is still producing milk\, descendants from other farms will relate the history of their farm as to how and when it was acquired\, size of herd\, milk routes\, etc. For those farms whose descendants cannot be present\, we will speak for them as their history was related to us. Additionally\, the Museum will have on display several items used in the early milk operation and delivery business. \nAt one time\, the Keep Homestead Museum property was a very prosperous dairy farm. Upon her death\, Myra Keep Lovell Moulton donated all this property to the Town of Monson. The Museum is located at 35 Ely Road in Monson\, Massachusetts. The house and gift shop will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/dairy-farming-in-monson/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T193444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T150026Z
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SUMMARY:Sarah the Fiddler
DESCRIPTION:The Keep Homestead Museum is proud to present Sarah the Fiddler. The program will be held on the lawn of the museum\, located at 35 Ely Road in Monson\, weather permitting. \nThe moment Sarah’s bow touches the strings\, her passion for music is evident. She combines influences of classical\, bluegrass and Celtic music to create a unique style and sound. Sarah has performed with numerous orchestras\, bands and theater groups. \nSarah began classical violin lessons at the age of four\, studying the Suzuki method. At age six\, she began fiddling lessons. In 1994 she was concert master of Springfield’s Young People’s Symphony. She also participated in the Holyoke Civic Symphony and the Westfield State Orchestra. During her 20-year career\, she has won over 300 contests. In the past eight years\, Sarah has been a fiddle instructor for the Western Massachusetts Suzuki Camp for beginners to advanced students. \nThe program is free\, donations are welcome. Attendees are invited to please bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this concert on the lawn. The museum looks forward to seeing everyone. \nThe house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/sarah-the-fiddler/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220513T144659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T145636Z
UID:1213-1654443000-1654444800@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-june22/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220703T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220703T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T210610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T145915Z
UID:1144-1656853200-1656860400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Start your Independence Day celebration with a visit to the Keep Homestead Museum on  Sunday\, July 3. Enjoy ice cream novelties from 1 – 3 pm and tour the museum. A fun way to kick off Monson’s July 4 Summerfest. \nThe house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/ice-cream-social-on-the-lawn/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T210705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T143338Z
UID:1146-1659879000-1659882600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Livestock Concert on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual August Tradition \nThe Keep Homestead Museum\, located at 35 Ely Road in Monson\, is excited to present a FREE CONCERT on Sunday\, August 7\, at 1:30 pm featuring the popular group Livestock. Livestock is a group who uses traditional bluegrass instrumentation to interpret a somewhat wider musical collection\, reaching out into blues\, folk\, country\, and rock ‘n roll for their confirmed label of Bluegrass and Americana. \nThe concert will be held on the side lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket. In case of rain\, it will be held in the barn. There is no admission fee; donations are welcome. Hope to see you there in sunbonnets and straw hats. \nThe house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/livestock-concert-on-the-lawn/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220904T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220817T154522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T154522Z
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SUMMARY:Button Appraisal Day at the Keep
DESCRIPTION:Do you have your grandmother’s button box? Would you like to learn some of the stories about the buttons? Or do you have a favorite button that you would like to know more about? Does it have some monetary value? A button appraisal might give you some answers. \nThe Button Appraisal Day will be held on Sunday\, September 4 at the Keep Homestead Museum on 35 Ely Road in Monson from 1–3:30 pm. Button experts and dealers Moira Hatton and Betty Korostynski are both well-versed in the identification and current pricing of buttons. \nThere is no cost for the appraisals\, however donations will be accepted. Visitors are welcome to tour the museum.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/button-appraisal-day-at-the-keep/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220513T145223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T191426Z
UID:1218-1664715600-1664724600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Play time and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” cartoon at the October Open House
DESCRIPTION:The October Open House at the Keep Homestead Museum will be held on Sunday\, October 2 from 1 – 3:30 pm. This month\, the museum focuses on play time. “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” cartoon will be shown continuously. In addition\, there will be old-fashioned toys and activities for children of all ages to use in the barn. They can try puzzles\, cornhole\, building blocks\, hoops\, find out what a thaumatrope is\, and more. The craft project will be decorating a scarecrow with buttons. \nThe museum will be open for viewing and admission is free\, however donations are always gratefully accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/old-fashioned-toys-and-activities-for-children/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T211052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T172248Z
UID:1148-1667741400-1667748600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Raptors and Rehabilitation with Tom Ricardi
DESCRIPTION:Raptors from the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Center \nThe Keep Homestead Museum welcomes Tom Ricardi of the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Center in Conway on Sunday\, November 6 from 1:30–3:30 pm. \nHave you ever wondered what happens to the injured bird laying on the side of the road?  Well\, often Tom Ricardi is called. Mr. Ricardi cares for dozens of falcons\, owls\, eagles\, and other raptors that have been injured in some way. \nHe does a lot of work with local animal control and the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and rescues an average of 125–150 birds a year. Birds that are rehabilitated\, recover and are able to fly are released back into the wild. Those that are permanently disabled remain at the Center for the rest of their lives. Some of these birds are part of his traveling educational programs. \nCome meet Tom Ricardi and find out more. \nThe museum will be open for viewing and admission is free\, however donations are always gratefully accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/raptors-and-rehabilitation-with-tom-ricardi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20220513T145646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T163432Z
UID:1221-1667748600-1667750400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The house will be open from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-nov22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20211210T211146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T173618Z
UID:1150-1670158800-1670167800@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Open House and Sing-along with Gay Paluch
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Open House at the Keep Homestead Museum on 35 Ely Road in Monson will be held on December 4 from 1 – 3:30 pm. \nThe public is invited to tour the decorated house as well as enjoy a holiday sing-along led by Gay Paluch\, pianist\, and Joe Wholley\, flutist. Visitors will have the opportunity to join voices to celebrate the holiday season and to learn about the history of carols and seasonal songs. \nNew button exhibits to view include a display of glass buttons\, a new selection of shell buttons\, and of course Christmas buttons. \nThis festive afternoon at the Keep Homestead Museum is free of charge\, though donations are welcome. Light refreshments will be served. Click here to learn more about the museum and the Keep family.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/holiday-sing-along-with-gay-paluch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230308T165312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T165312Z
UID:1306-1680440400-1680449400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/open-house-april-2-2023/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230308T170155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T171314Z
UID:1311-1680442200-1680447600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Powerpoint Program: Dinosaurs\, Dunes\, & Drifting Continents
DESCRIPTION:Footprints of the ichnogenus Grallator from the Connecticut River Valley on display at the Amherst Museum of Natural History \nThe Keep Homestead Museum opens for the season on April 2\, 2023 with the program “Dinosaurs\, Dunes\, & Drifting Continents” by Professor Richard Little. The Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts is the best place in the world to study geology. Find out why as he discusses the “deep history” of Monson and vicinity and how the area was impacted by continental collisions\, rifting faults and glaciers\, plus dinosaur footprints and Lake Hitchcock. \nRichard Little is professor emeritus\, Greenfield Community College\, and the author of several books and videos about local geology. Copies of his book will be available for sale. He will bring examples of the rare Jurassic armored mud balls found in Franklin County which he is working to have designated as the official Massachusetts “sedimentary structure.” \nThis talk starts at 1:30 pm and is open to the public free of charge\, though donations are welcome. \nThe museum will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/dinosaurs-dunes-and-drifting-continents/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230308T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T165426Z
UID:1308-1680449400-1680451200@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The house will be open from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-april-2-2023/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T184059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T170947Z
UID:1329-1683466200-1683471600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Eleanor Roosevelt\, First Lady of the World
DESCRIPTION:The Keep Homestead Museum is excited to present talented actress Sheryl Faye as she portrays Eleanor Roosevelt\, First Lady of the World on Sunday\, May 7\, at 1:30 pm. during our open house.\nThis immersive historical performance will be engaging\, educational\, and entertaining as Eleanor Roosevelt comes to life. \nUsing costumes\, audio\, slides and attention to detail Sheryl tells Eleanor’s story as a child\, wife\, mother\, first lady\, and widow. This dynamic and beloved first lady who wrote a syndicated newspaper column\, held press conferences\, was a delegate to the United Nations\, and advocated for expanded roles for women is amazingly brought to life. \nFaye\, who has a bachelor of fine arts in acting from Emerson College in Boston\, presents live historical performances that help audiences understand the positive impact women have made in history. She portrays women whom she admires because of their courage\, determination\, strength\, and caring. \nThe museum will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free and light refreshments will be available during the program. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/eleanor-roosevelt/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T184221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T150611Z
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SUMMARY:Sarah the Fiddler
DESCRIPTION:The Keep Homestead Museum is proud to present Sarah the Fiddler. The program will be held on the lawn of the museum\, located at 35 Ely Road in Monson\, weather permitting. \nThe moment Sarah’s bow touches the strings\, her passion for music is evident. She combines influences of classical\, bluegrass and Celtic music to create a unique style and sound. Sarah has performed with numerous orchestras\, bands and theater groups. \nSarah began classical violin lessons at the age of four\, studying the Suzuki method. At age six\, she began fiddling lessons. In 1994 she was concert master of Springfield’s Young People’s Symphony. She also participated in the Holyoke Civic Symphony and the Westfield State Orchestra. During her 20-year career\, she has won over 300 contests. In the past eight years\, Sarah has been a fiddle instructor for the Western Massachusetts Suzuki Camp for beginners to advanced students. \nThe program is free\, donations are welcome. Attendees are invited to please bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this concert on the lawn. Shuttle service will be available from Colonial Village at 12:30 pm and the parking lot at First Church on High St. from noon until 1:00 pm. The museum looks forward to seeing everyone. \nThis event is funded by the town of Monson’s Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO) grant. \nThe house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/sarah-the-fiddler-2023/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T184438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T153108Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Start your Independence Day celebration with a visit to the Keep Homestead Museum on  Sunday\, July 2 from 1 – 3:30 pm. Enjoy making a sundae with Rondeau’s ice cream and various toppings\, then tour the museum to view new exhibits. Wear your most festive sunbonnet or best straw hat and add to the fun. All are welcome to this free event though donations are welcome. A fun way to kick off your celebration and Monson’s July 4 Summerfest.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/ice-cream-social-on-the-lawn-2023/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230620T153934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T153934Z
UID:1379-1688302800-1688311800@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Open house
DESCRIPTION:The museum will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/open-house-2/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230620T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T172407Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum meeting
DESCRIPTION:To be held after the close of the Open House.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T185214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T185214Z
UID:1336-1691328600-1691332200@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife on Wheels from Forest Park
DESCRIPTION:Forest Park’s Wildlife on Wheels program is coming to the Keep Homestead Museum in Monson on Sunday\, August 6\, at 1:30 pm. \nIt is a FREE educational outreach program that will bring a variety of our animal ambassadors to the museum. Information will be provided on the animals’ special adaptions\, habitats\, behavior\, diets\, and status in the wild. A question and answer period will follow the presentation. \nThe house will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/wildlife-on-wheels/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T195631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T200317Z
UID:1338-1693746000-1693755000@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Program to be determined.  \nThe museum will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/open-house-sept-23/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230706T181312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T181804Z
UID:1384-1693747800-1693751400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Petticoats to Pants: Women’s Fashions 1865–1940
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about the story of women’s fashions between the Civil War and World War II? If so\, plan to visit the Keep Homestead Museum on September 3 at 1:30 pm when Lynne Z. Bassett presents her program “Petticoats to Pants: Women’s Fashions 1865–1940.”  \nShe examines how women’s fashion between the wars represent the changes in women’s roles during this period in American history. Women expanded beyond their traditional roles as homemakers and mothers to roles in the arenas of work\, politics and sports. And clothing adapted to suit the needs of these women. \nLynne is now an independent scholar specializing in historic fashion and textiles.  She has been curator of textiles at Old Sturbridge Village and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art\, and her contributions have been recognized by many historic societies including the American Antiquarian Society and the International Quilt Study Center. \nThis program starts at 1:30 pm and is open to the public free of charge. The museum at 35 Ely Road in Monson is open for viewing from 1–3:30 pm.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/petticoats-to-pants-womens-fashions-1865-1940/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T195825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T195825Z
UID:1344-1696165200-1696174200@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Program to be determined.  \nThe museum will be open from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. for touring. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/open-house-oct-23/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230508T212805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T171446Z
UID:1368-1696167000-1696170600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Buttons in the Barn with Vicky Prior
DESCRIPTION:The October Open House at the Keep Homestead Museum on 35 Ely Road in Monson\, Massachusetts will be held on Sunday\, October 1 from 1:00–3:30 pm. \nThe “Buttons in the Barn” short program will be at 1:30 pm for visitors of all ages to learn about the wide variety of materials\, including shell\, metal and glass\, used in the manufacture of buttons. After the program\, visitors are invited to explore a large assortment of buttons to create their own unique button display. All materials will be provided for free! \nAdmission to the program and museum is free\, however donations will be accepted.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/buttons-in-the-barn-with-vicky-prior/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20231012T164654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T164654Z
UID:1430-1699198200-1699200000@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will take place at the close of the Open House event.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T091329
CREATED:20230406T200931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T163720Z
UID:1348-1701608400-1701617400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Victorian Christmas Traditions
DESCRIPTION:The program “Victorian Christmas Traditions” featuring actress Anne Barrett as Victoria Yule will be presented at the Keep Homestead Museum on Sunday\, December 3\, 2023. \nVictoria will welcome you into her 1865 parlor where she will share the history of many Christmas traditions passed down to her. She will read Dickens\, display toys and handmade gifts that the family will exchange around the tree\, and sing songs of the season. \nAnne Barrett is an actress\, historian\, and reenactor specializing in portraying women in history. Her characters come to life with costumes and settings that transport the audience back in time. \nThis creative and engaging performance starts at 1:30 pm in the decorated house and is open to the public free of charge though donations are welcome. The museum is open from 1–3:30 pm. \nIn addition\, the Monson Tree Committee will bring their old-fashioned chestnut roaster and will be roasting chestnuts outside during the event.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/victorian-christmas-traditions/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Homestead Museum":MAILTO:khm@keephomesteadmuseum.org
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