• The Magical Flying Santas

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    During the Great Depression, aviator Capt. William “Bill” Wincapaw began the tradition of “The Flying Santa.” Learn more about this magical tradition of Christmas deliveries to New England Lighthouse families.

  • Bare-knuckled Boxing at Spot Pond

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Join us as we return to monthly evening meetings on the 2nd Thursday of the Month.  Doors open at 6:45 for Museum viewing, with a…

  • April Monthly Meeting – Cancelled

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Due to construction, the April meeting has been canceled.

  • The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    How many of the famous "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World" can you name off the top of your head? When were these colossal buildings…

  • Lament for the Christmas Tree Shops – With Anthony Sammarco

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    This is the rescheduled event from November 2024. Didn't You Just Love a Bargain? A Lament for the Christmas Tree Shops Join us as the…

    Free
  • Historical Preservation Month – The Flowering of Central Square

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    May is Historic Preservation Month and each year, May features an annual joint meeting with the Stoneham Historical Commission. Our speaker is local favorite Dee…

  • When Church was the State

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Local author Ben Jacques will speak on the history of the First Church in Stoneham - a congregation that has existed since the 1720s, playing…

  • Beneath the Surface: 300 Years of Spot Pond

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Discover the stories of rubber factories, ice houses, boxing matches, amusement parks and more with this tour of Stoneham's beautiful Spot Pond local historian Dr.…

  • Archeology in the Land of the Bible

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Join biblical scholar and archaeologist Nate Ramsayer as he leads audience members on a brief tour of the ancient Biblical lands. What is it like…

  • Gettysburg – Three Days in July

    Stoneham Historical Society & Museum 36 William Street, Stoneham, MA, United States

    Our Novemberl meeting and evening speaker features retired US Army officer David LaCroix. He will provide an overview of the Battle of Gettysburg, the turning…

    Free