Visit Newton’s History Museums in December

As you enjoy time off or entertain visitors during this holiday season, stop by the Jackson Homestead or the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds. The Freed from...

Find Out More About Veterans With Newton Ties

Veteran's Day, celebrated this year on November 11, honors American veterans of all wars, but it began as a way to commemorate World War...

History in the News

On the 100th anniversary of historian Howard Zinn's birth, The Nation published an appreciation of the long-lasting impact of his work, particularly his bestselling...

Wood Sculptures at Museum Shop

The Museum Shop at the Jackson Homestead is selling pieces of art made from the honey locust tree that once stood in the yard....

Stories from Newton’s Past

A new look for Historic Newton's newsletter in 2022 Happy 2022! This year, we at Historic Newton have resolved to share more stories from Newton...

Recovering a Remarkable Story

Lecture fills in details of formerly enslaved Pamela Sparhawk"Writing a New History: Recovering Stories of Slavery and Freedom," our lecture on Wednesday, June 23 at...