Tagged: History

Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the real estate numbers for January 2026. Plymouth County Registry of Deeds Plymouth County 2025 Real Estate Recap        

Dr. Kanisorn Wongsrichanalai, of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the history behind the Presidents’ Day Holiday. Massachusettts Historical Society Ed Perry Gives His Groundhog Day Prediction

Anthony Sammarco, author of “Christmas Traditions in Boston,” speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about local holiday customs. America Through Time Anthony Sammarco Book Looks At History of Christmas Tree Shops

A new book looks at some unique oddities and roadside attractions found in New England. WATD’s Dan McCready has more. Jeff Belanger Friday The 13th: An Unlucky Holiday

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, looks back on his career with WATD’s Christine James, as he prepares to retire after 47 years with the society.   Massachusetts Historical Society Halloween Origins And Local Tales With Peter Drummey

Col. David Gavigan speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the Anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001. Remembering 9/11 Several South Shore Communities Holding 9/11 Ceremonies

A Grave Marker Dedication was held at Milton Cemetery on Saturday for Private Benjamin Kennedy and WATD’s Dan McCready was there. Massachusetts Daughters of the American Revolution Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington

So much of the story of our nation gaining independence happened here – in and around the greater Boston area – and many towns on the South Shore were very invested in the fight for freedom. WATD’s Christine James reports: Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington Norwell Spotlight TV  

Historian and author Jim Glinksi speaks with Christine James about his upcoming lecture at The Historic Winslow House, “Marshfield 1775.”  “Marshfield 1775” will take place on Wednesday August 5, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House  at 634 Careswell St. in Marshfield. Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington […]

Re-enactors gathered at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester to observe the 250 Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington To learn about other events focused on the American Revolution click here.