Dean's Doc Lawson, Easter Bunny, Lady Bugs AND Antique Appraisals

Above, left to right, Dean's Dr. Rob Lawson, the "Easter Bunny," Lady Bug Trail Walk, and Jim Johnston, antique appraiser (with Commissioner Jan Prentice).

NOTE: Due to scheduling conflicts there will be no Third Sunday Music Program in April at the Franklin Historical Museum

Sun. April 14 --Second Sunday Speaker Series: History in Our Backyard With Dr. Rob Lawson

Tip O’Neill is remembered as saying all politics is local. All history is local too. In this interactive presentation, Dr. Rob Lawson of Dean College will share a variety of examples where “big” history (national/global) meets local history stories. Wars, pandemics, and natural disasters are painful reminders of how big events can affect local communities, and Franklin is no exception. Together, we’ll encounter a couple of Franklin history “puzzles” and explore some of the film and digital history initiatives that are making our local history accessible and relevant right now. Bring your curiosity and put on your thinking cap as we explore the history in our backyard! Museum is open from 1-4, program starts at 1:15. FREE

Sat. April 19 – Come Meet our Easter Bunny

It’s time once again for fun and photo ops with the Franklin Historical Museum Easter Bunny, who will be meeting and greeting kids of all ages from 11 to noon. The museum is open from 10-1. Activities and admission are free.

Sun. April 20.  The Museum will be CLOSED

Sat. April 26 – Franklin’s LadyBugs and the Ladybug Trail and Special Hours

Ever wonder what all the fuss is about ladybugs in Franklin? We’ve got the answers with historic memorabilia and a continuously running slide show that tells about our intrepid elementary school ‘Lobbyists” who convinced the state government and governor to make the ladybug the state insect back in 1974. AND, of course, the annual Ladybug Trail Kick off Walk begins at the museum with free water (and restrooms), maps, plus a fun visual cue or two. The museum is at 80 West Central Street will be open from 9-3.

Sun. April 27 --Second Annual “Friends of the Museum” Appraisal Day!

Antique Appraisal Day is back Sunday afternoon from 1-5 at 80 West Central Street. What to expect? Good humor, great information, and highly cost-effective oral evaluation of your treasured items. Satisfy your curiousity, mark something as special for your family members, or venture out to an auction or eBay with confidence. Oral appraisals are just $10 for the first item or up to three items for $25.
Your Appraiser is James C. "Jim" Johnston, in the Appraisal and Antique business for more than six decades, a retired educator, historian, author. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum.

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Franklin. The museum is open Saturday mornings from 10AM-1PM (except as noted above) and Sunday afternoons from 1:00PM-4:00PM.  Questions? Contact Alan Earls at 508 560 3786. Visit us online at https://www.franklinmuseum1778.com