Tagged: History

What Does Thanksgiving Mean? An Afternoon at Plimoth Patuxet Museums

November 27th, 2024 | History

The South Shore’s Morning News went on a field trip to see our friends at Plimoth Patuxet Museums and explore the living history sites. Rob and Beth thought this was the perfect opportunity to ask the professionals at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, “What does Thanksgiving Mean?”. Associate Director of Indigenous Education Timothy Turner and Deputy Executive […]

A Look At The History Of Veterans Day

November 11th, 2024 | History

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian, at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the history behind the holiday.

A History Of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 14th, 2024 | History

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian for the Massachusetts Historical Society, gives WATD’s Dan McCready a look behind the histories of the Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day holidays.

The Unlucky History Of Friday The 13th

September 13th, 2024 | History

Today is Friday the 13th and WATD’s Dan McCready takes a look at the history behind this unlucky day.

Home Prices Continue To Rise In Plymouth County

September 6th, 2024 | History

Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the latest real estate numbers.  

Observing The 250th Anniversary Of The Powder Alarm

September 2nd, 2024 | History

The 250th Anniversary of the Powder Alarm was observed Sunday in Somerville and WATD’s Dan McCready was there.

The History Of Labor Day

September 2nd, 2024 | History

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian, at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the origins of the Labor Day Holiday.  

Home Sales Increase, So Do Prices In Plymouth County

August 9th, 2024 | History

Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the latest real estate numbers.  

Plymouth Co. Real Estate Six Month Recap

July 8th, 2024 | History

Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley gives WATD’s Christine James a look at the local real estate market.  

History Of April Fools Day

April 1st, 2024 | History

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the history behind April Fools’ Day.