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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
May
30
10:00 AM10:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Jun
1
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
May
17
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
May
11
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
May
1
10:00 AM10:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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We Are Waltham: true stories from Waltham, MA
Apr
26
7:00 PM19:00
IN-PERSON, ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, REGISTRATION REQUIRED

We Are Waltham: true stories from Waltham, MA

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We Are Waltham: true stories from Waltham, MA

General Admission $15.00
Students & Seniors Admission $10.00

This show may not be suitable for young children.

Take the stage alongside Waltham resident and storyteller Chandreyee Lahiri to share your own story as a presenter, or join us as an audience member to learn about others’ journeys.

This program aims to build a stronger Waltham community. For those new to storytelling, Lahiri will offer guidance in crafting your presentation prior to the event.

STORIES: A cast of 6 tellers will share true 6-8 minute stories about memorable experiences in their lives. All live, work or have close ties to the city so will help bond the community together as we discover the similarities that run through our differences.

RAFFLE: The fun raffle for the Spring show will be some Rubik's cubes that feature prominently in some stories plus some tote bags with the show logo.wearewaltham.com

“One of the best ways to promote inclusivity and understanding is to know about each other,” says Lahiri. “Knowing your neighbors: what their stories are, what their journeys are so you can start dismantling stereotypes.”

Chandreyee Lahiri

'We are Waltham' is a storytelling show aimed at exploring the lives and experiences of residents of Waltham in order to entertain as well as help knit the community together. 

In keeping with the current standards of storytelling represented by popular shows like The Moth and Stories from the Stage, stories on this show will be true incidents from the lives of the tellers, told in their own authentic voices. In a world increasingly divided by ideology and suffering from Pandemic fallout, perhaps peeking into each others' realities might help us feel more like a community.  

The city is a unique melting pot of races, inclinations, ideologies and so rich with the histories of all these individual parts. Yet chasms exist between these sub-communities, as they must. Relating to an element of a story by someone who feels like an 'other', might help bridge this chasm if just partially. Likewise, understanding the intricacies of another culture or inclination, may make it harder to harbor hate or rage. At the very least, it promises to be entertaining.

Each show will attempt to have a cast of diverse tellers from many walks of life and stories will be their own but crafted with the help of a story telling coach. Hate speech will not be tolerated but an attempt will be made to accommodate all voices and perspectives. 

Its origins:

The show was conceived by Waltham resident Chandreyee Lahiri, a part-time writer and storyteller (chandreyeelahiri.com).

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Apr
12
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Mar
16
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Feb
9
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Jan
26
11:00 AM11:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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MassDestruction: Resurgence! Combat Robotics!
Dec
2
10:30 AM10:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, PUBLIC EVENT

MassDestruction: Resurgence! Combat Robotics!

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MassDestruction: Resurgence! Combat Robotics!

Standard Museum Admission applies
NOTE: This is a family friendly spectator event suitable for all ages, but there will be loud noises and crowds.

After four long and crazy years, New England’s premiere robot fighting league finally returns!

MassDestruction is coming to the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation to once again bring you an entire day of mechanized mayhem! On December 2nd, expect to see Boston’s Brightest put their metal to the metal as we clash 3lb and 1lb robots in our Pyramid of Pain!

MassDestruction is here to bring you only the finest of remote control destruction. Our talented competitors will have 3 minutes to try to disable each other in a no-holds-barred fight to the robotic response. Hammers, claws, blenders, and iron bars will all be used between the tiny robots who are full of so much energy we have to keep them behind bulletproof glass.

Sparks will fly, bots will die, and a new champion of MassDestruction will be crowned!

NOTE: This is a family friendly spectator event suitable for all ages, but there will be loud noises and crowds.

If you’re new to robot fighting and want to learn how to get involved, please message MassDestruction’s friendly Facebook page and we can get you pointed in the right direction!

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Nov
11
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Oct
28
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Oct
13
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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We Are Waltham Storytelling
Sep
22
7:00 PM19:00
IN-PERSON, ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, REGISTRATION REQUIRED

We Are Waltham Storytelling

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We Are Waltham Storytelling

General Admission $10.00
Senior Admission (65 and over) $5.00

Take the stage alongside Waltham resident and storyteller Chandreyee Lahiri to share your own story as a presenter, or join us as an audience member to learn about others’ journeys.

“One of the best ways to promote inclusivity and understanding is to know about each other,” says Lahiri. “Knowing your neighbors: what their stories are, what their journeys are so you can start dismantling stereotypes.”

Chandreyee Lahiri

This program aims to build a stronger Waltham community. For those new to storytelling, Lahiri will offer guidance in crafting your presentation prior to the event.

Email Chandreyee at wearewaltham@gmail.com to pitch an idea for a story for a future show, maybe even this one!

About the show 'We are Waltham:

wearewaltham.com

'We are Waltham' is a storytelling show aimed at exploring the lives and experiences of residents of Waltham in order to entertain as well as help knit the community together. 

In keeping with the current standards of storytelling represented by popular shows like The Moth and Stories from the Stage, stories on this show will be true incidents from the lives of the tellers, told in their own authentic voices. In a world increasingly divided by ideology and suffering from Pandemic fallout, perhaps peeking into each others' realities might help us feel more like a community.  

The city is a unique melting pot of races, inclinations, ideologies and so rich with the histories of all these individual parts. Yet chasms exist between these sub-communities, as they must. Relating to an element of a story by someone who feels like an 'other', might help bridge this chasm if just partially. Likewise, understanding the intricacies of another culture or inclination, may make it harder to harbor hate or rage. At the very least, it promises to be entertaining.

Each show will attempt to have a cast of diverse tellers from many walks of life and stories will be their own but crafted with the help of a story telling coach. Hate speech will not be tolerated but an attempt will be made to accommodate all voices and perspectives. 

Its origins:

The show was conceived by Waltham resident Chandreyee Lahiri, a part-time writer and storyteller (chandreyeelahiri.com). It is brought to you by the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation and with the support of the Waltham Cultural Council. 

This event is supported by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council.

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Sep
16
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear will be songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Aug
26
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

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INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley 

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Aug
19
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

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INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley 

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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Potholder Weaving Workshop
Aug
16
10:00 AM10:00
ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED

Potholder Weaving Workshop

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Potholder Weaving Workshop

Cost: $5/child (does not include Museum Admission)

For youth ages 8 or older

Limited to 12 people

Come learn how weave a potholder with instruction from Beth Guertin of "A Place to Weave"

Instruction will be given about color and design to create  patterns using different colored loops. Students will take their potholders home.

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Aug
12
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Aug
11
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear will be songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Aug
5
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

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INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley 

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Aug
5
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear will be songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Jul
29
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley 

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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Drop-in Weaving!
Jul
29
10:00 AM10:00
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, PUBLIC EVENT, REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Drop-in Weaving!

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Drop-in Weaving!

Try your hand at weaving!

FREE with Museum Admission!!

Come learn how to weave on a table loom with instruction from Beth Guertin of "A Place to Weave"

Beth will be set up in the main gallery from 10-12 so come before 12 and get a chance to try your hand at weaving!

All ages are welcome, come with your family and learn how to weave!

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INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Jul
22
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

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CANCELLED Due to Private Event INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Jul
15
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

CANCELLED Due to Private Event INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

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INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

THIS DATE HAS BEEN CANCELLED AS THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FOR A PRIVATE EVENT

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

View Event →
Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Jul
14
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear will be songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

View Event →
INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Jul
8
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley 

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

View Event →
INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday
Jul
1
12:30 PM12:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, ACTIVITY: YOUTH-ORIENTED, IN-PERSON, INNOVATION ALLEY

INNOVATION ALLEY Saturday

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

INNOVATION ALLEY
Children's Learning Space

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
to guarantee a spot in the Innovation Alley

12:30PM-2:00PM

Activities will be aimed at ages 6-14, but all ages are welcome!

INNOVATION ALLEY is FREE with Museum Admission
(Parents, $10, children $5, kids under 5 years free!)

Innovation Alley is the Charles River Museum’s new exhibit and workspace dedicated to encouraging and fostering critical thinking and creativity in the minds of our young visitors!

The Alley uses hands on STEAM activities and programs, presented in a fun, playful, and accessible manner to engage kids from Pre-K to Teen and help them develop innovative skills that might aid them in all aspects of their life.

Innovation Alley is open on a regularly scheduled basis, with a combination of free-to-all and paid programming aimed at widest possible levels of education, including, as much as possible, non-English speaking children.

The Charles River Museum’s Innovation Alley represents our renewed focus and dedication to the importance of education.

View Event →
Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG
Jun
30
11:30 AM11:30
ACTIVITY: FAMILY-ORIENTED, BRICKS & STORIES, FREE EVENT, IN-PERSON

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

  • Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Brick & Stories: THE MILL GIRLS IN STORY & SONG

Come learn about the first industrial mill in the United States at the Charles River Museum of Innovation and Industry. Join us as we address the role of women in industrial America. The tour explores the trials and triumphs of mill women who worked in Boston Manufacturing Company and the Boston Associates’ textile mills in Waltham and Lowell, MA. You will hear will be songs written by the mill women, recorded at a Museum concert performance by historical folk singer Diane Taraz, as well as artifacts and images of the women themselves. These working women act as a case study for industrialization in America.

The Mill Girls of New England are an iconic feature of early American industry. More than being a symbol of industrialization, they were the first industrial workforce in the U.S. These working women contributed to the growth of the American industrial economy, challenged the idea that women couldn’t be “breadwinners” and were actively involved in early workers rights movements and trade unions.

Tour length: 45 minute

It is a FREE TOUR which will explore a limited section of our exhibits.

Should you wish to stay and tour the remainder of the Museum, we ask that you please pay our regular admission

View Event →