Rochester Historical Society to hold fair, debut new exhibit

Apr 8, 2024

Event Date: 

Saturday, June 22, 2024 (All day)

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Historical Society’s new exhibit will be debuting the weekend of Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 along with an expanded two-day historic fair.

The fair will include a living history exhibition, a chance to practice mustering like a colonial soldier, a scavenger hunt, music, a bake sale, a treasure hunt using compasses, old games and more.

The exhibit is titled “Past Pastimes - How We Entertained Ourselves for the Last 337 Years.” The museum will have pieces on display, like an early bathing suit, a set of cement children's blocks and board games from the 1950s and 1960s.

The museum is looking to expand the exhibit with both adult and children’s items, such as older crafts or toys. Items can be a donation or a loan, and the antique can be returned at the end of the exhibit. A receipt will be given for any loans.

Pictures and reminisces would also be accepted.

Arrangements for drop-off or pick-up can be coordinated by calling 617-750-2818 or 508-295- 8908 or by emailing eshbach2@aol.com or sash48@comcast.net.

Event Date: 

Saturday, June 22, 2024 (All day)