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History in Arlington

History and culture events for kids and their grown-ups in Arlington, gathered from local libraries, museums and venues.

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7 events · Sun, Oct 11 – Tue, Dec 8

Wednesday, October 14

Thursday, October 15

to 8:00 PM
  • Reading
  • Adults
  • Free
  • New

Author Talk: Geraldine Brooks in Conversation with Rabbi Karen Thomashow

Arlington Town Hall, Arlington Indoor

An evening conversation with author Geraldine Brooks about grief and healing, followed by audience questions and book signing.

English

At the venue (Robbins Library, opens the original listing in a new tab) Listed by Robbins Library

Thursday, October 22

Sunday, November 8

to 11:59 PM
  • Arts
  • Ages 6+
  • $22–36
  • New

The Scottish Celebration Continues- An Afternoon of Scottish Music and Dance

Regent Theatre, Arlington Indoor

An afternoon concert of Scottish music and dance with traditional and modern performances, followed by audience ceilidh dancing.

English

At the venue (Regent Theatre, opens the original listing in a new tab) Listed by Regent Theatre

Friday, November 13

Sunday, November 15

Tuesday, December 1

to 8:30 PM
  • History
  • Adults
  • $12.51
  • New

Prince Hall: The Legend & The Man

Jason Russell House, Arlington Indoor

A talk on the life of Prince Hall, a Revolutionary-era Freemason and leader of Boston's Black community who petitioned for abolition and education rights.

English

At the venue (Arlington Historical Society, opens the original listing in a new tab) Listed by Arlington Historical Society