Events

2026 CALENDAR of EVENTS

All events are FREE and open to the public unless noted.

Check out our 2026 event schedule!

May 17: 1 pm–Explore Chelsea’s Revolutionary Past with Historian Jeff Pearlman

This engaging talk explores Chelsea’s Revolutionary past through the Rumney Marsh Burial Ground. In conjunction with the 251st anniversary of the Battle of Chelsea Creek and Memorial Day, this talk explores how this historic cemetery—once part of Chelsea—preserves the stories of those who lived through the Revolution and the Cary family who helped shape the community afterward.   Through the lens of this burial ground, the program traces the wartime experience, the return of families like the Carys after the Revolution, and the growth of the community they helped shape. It shares the stories of those who lived through the Revolution and the Cary family who helped shape the community afterward.

Presented by Jeff Pearlman.  Jeff Pearlman is a historian based in Revere, Massachusetts, and a member of the Revere Society for Cultural and Historical Preservation and the Colonial Society of Massachusetts. He serves as historian for the Rumney Marsh Burial Ground Restoration Committee, where he works to preserve and interpret one of the region’s most significant historic cemeteries.

Mr. Pearlman is currently an adjunct professor at Salem State University and previously taught in the Revere public schools for 36 years. Through his research and public engagement, he brings to life the layered histories of local communities and their connections to the broader American story.  

April 11: 11am-3pm– Curator’s Open House and Drop in to Draw!

We will be open to the public for a look inside of the house. Take a self-guided tour of the first floor, pick up some of our drawing materials for anyone who would like to sit and draw any of the furnishings, architectural details or you can choose to draw a still life composed of objects from the collection, which will be arranged for drawing.

Meet our curator, Janet Sartor who will be there to answer questions about the house and our first curatorial intern, Jordan Hoban, who will be happy to show you how to use the drawing materials, or talk about their experience as an intern at the house.

You don’t have to draw; you can just look around if you prefer.  Feel free to bring your favorite art materials you would like to use, such as watercolors or pastels. You may also take photographs, but please be mindful of people who are drawing. 

Kindly refrain from bringing or using permanent markers, sprays of any kind, or oil paints, which can damage the house or collections. 

May 7 : Annual Meeting – 6 pm

May 17 : Explore Chelsea’s Revolutionary Past with Historian Jeff Pearlman Chelsea Creek Commemoration

June 19 : Juneteenth Celebration (In Washington Park, Prattville)

June 20 : The Strawberry Festival

September 13 : High Tea at the GBCH

September 19 : Curator’s Choice Day ( Details to follow)

October 31 : Trick or Treat at the GBCH

November 4 : Spirit Speaks! A Night of Mediumship

December 3 : Holiday Open House and Cookie Swap