Discover Just How Local BIG History Can Be

Speaker of the House, Tip O’Neill is remembered for saying `all politics is local.' 

All history is local too. In this interactive presentation Sunday at the Franklin Historical Museum, 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

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street.