Nahs EVENTS CALENDAR
Members of the North Andover Historical Society enjoy reduced ticket prices for our programs as a benefit of membership. If you are not a member, please consider joining the Society. NAHS Members pay $5 for most of our speaker programs. A $15 registration fee will be charged for non-members for many of our programs which enables us to continue to enhance the quality of our events and expand our offerings.
As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the support of our members, which enables us to continue important mission-focused activities and help save and share North Andover and our region's history for future generations.
We participate in the Mass. Cultural Council's Card to Culture program and provide free access to most programs. Please contact NAHS for more information.
Trails & Sails: Homespun Textiles Workshop
Join us for a free hands-on experience with every part of wool textile production. Visitors can drop in and out during the duration of the program.
Ouija: Origins of Evil (PG13)
Written and directed by Salem native, Mike Flanagan, this new horror classic begins when a family introduces a ouija board to their phony seances, only to have them turn dreadfully real when the youngest of the family is possessed by a contacted entity
Paranormal Investigation at The Parson Barnard House
Limited to only 20 tickets, this movie plus paranormal investigation is not to be missed!
Get ready for this once in a lifetime opportunity to contact spirits in the Historic (1715) Parson Barnard House, the home of Rev. Thomas Barnard, minister during the Witch Trials and at N.A.'s Old Burial Ground.
Movie Roulette: Dark Disney with VCR2
Six dark & gothic Disney movies of the past on one roulette wheel. Which movie we watch will be decided by the spin of one lucky audience member.
Trails & Sails: Archaeology and Anne Bradstreet
This special Trails & Sails event is free! Join historian and archaeologist, David B. & former poet laureate and Anne Bradstreet scholar, Karen Kline for this presentation and walking tour.
Old Andovers History Shuttle Tour
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through old Andover's shared heritage as we bring our towns, once united during the American Revolution, back together for a day of family-friendly history and fun! This program includes an exclusive tour of the historic 1695 Bridges House.
North Andover Witchcraft History Walking Tour
Join author Richard Hite and Carol Majahad, former director of NAHS for this onsite tour of North Andover’s place during the witch trials of 1692.
First Saturday at the Parson Barnard House
Our 1715 historic house museum is open April - October from 11am to 2 pm. On July 4th, open house hours will be 2-4 pm
Join us for free tours of this colonial and revolutionary period house museum. The Parson Barnard House Museum will be open the first Saturday of every month until October.
Felt & Kvelt: Noon Needle Felting Class
There maybe a delay to the start of this program due to 2nd grade field trips.
Our popular needle felting class now at noon time for a snack and craft.
Our educator, an experienced felter will teach you all the tips and tricks he has used through his years of experience.
We will focus on color blending and color theory for your projects, as well as finishing techniques for 3d shapes.
All materials and tools are provided but felters are welcome to bring their own tools.
Family Felting: Evening Needle Felting Class
Our popular needle felting class now in the evening for families!
Our educator, an experienced felter will teach you all the tips and tricks he has used through his years of experience.
We will focus on beginning techniques of color blending and color theory to better put the finishing details on your 3d objects.
All materials and tools are provided but felters are welcome to bring their own tools.
Every attendee will leave with a completed project.
Saturday Movie Matinee: The House on Haunted Hill
Join us for a noontime Vincent Price classic, The House on Haunted Hill. Who will survive the night and grab the cash prize?
Dry Tinder: A Witch Trials Book Talk with Author Janice Thompson
Dry Tinder is an historical novel based on the true story of the Towne sisters -- three innocent, godly women who are falsely accused of witchcraft in 1692. It offers a new perspective, as the narrative starts in 1670, a full twenty-three years before young girls begin accusing their elders of witchcraft.
Movie Roulette: Family Halloween
Six family Halloween movies on one roulette wheel. Which movie we watch will be decided by the spin of one lucky audience member.
North Andover Witchcraft History Walking Tour
Join author Richard Hite and Carol Majahad, former director of NAHS for this onsite tour of North Andover’s place during the witch trials of 1692.
1692 Witch Trials: Andover and Haverhill Connections with Richard Hite & Carol Majahad
You have heard of the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692 but did you know that more people were accused in Andover, Haverhill and many other towns and villages in Essex County?
But who were the local individuals so unjustly accused? Author Richard Hite (In the Shadow of Salem) and former North Andover Historical Society director and educator, Carol Majahad will join us on October 27th at 6:30 in the Worden Theater, to introduce us to six individuals whose stories reflect the interrelationship of the Andover and Haverhill early settlements
Birds of Prey Meet & Learn
Meet and Learn all about our local birds of prey at this free event brought to you Tailwinds and NA Animal Control. No registration required but limited to only 100 spots.
The Franklin Stove: An Unintended American Revolution with Dr. Chaplin
Join Harvard professor, Dr. Joyce Chaplin for the story of her new book, The Franklin Stove: An Unintended Revolution.
1776's Patriots within Present Day Lawrence, Its People and Places
Join us for this FREE presentation at Lawrence Heritage State Park @ One Jackson Street.
Trails & Sails: Agriculture and The N.A. Wool Industry
The special Trails & Sails event is a free walking tour focusing on North Andover’s history of agriculture and wool production.
North Andover Witchcraft History Walking Tour
Join author Richard Hite and Carol Majahad, former director of NAHS for this onsite tour of North Andover’s place during the witch trials of 1692.
2026 Lifetime Preservation Award Celebration: Peter Boynton
2026 Lifetime Preservation Award: Peter Boynton
Join us as we celebrate Peter Boynton on Thursday, September 10th at 6pm at the North Andover Country Club.
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Family Felting: Evening Needle Felting Class
Join us for this evening needle felting class as we make felted landscapes with 3d elements.
Felt & Kvelt: Noon Needle Felting Class
Join us for this Noontime needle felting class as we refine our felted landscapes take a closer look at 3d elements.
First Saturday at the Parson Barnard House
Our 1715 historic house museum is open April - October from 11am to 2 pm. On July 4th, open house hours will be 2-4 pm
Join us for free tours of this colonial and revolutionary period house museum. The Parson Barnard House Museum will be open the first Saturday of every month until October.
I Survived! Scholastic Book Fair with The Purple Couch
Join us for activities and games based on The American Revolution as The Purple Couch joins us at The Stevens Center for a Scholastic Book Faire based on the bestselling book series, I Survived!
North Andover Witchcraft History Walking Tour
Join author Richard Hite and Carol Majahad, former director of NAHS for this onsite tour of North Andover’s place during the witch trials of 1692.
The Cocoanuts (1929): a Marx Brothers Musicomedy Sensation!
We are proud to bring The Marx Brothers first ‘Talkie’ back to the big screen!
Join us for a special Saturday Matinee of this classic piece of film history.
Felt & Kvelt: Noon Needle Felting Class
Join us for this Noontime needle felting class as we make felted landscapes with 3d elements.
First Saturday at the Parson Barnard House
Our 1715 historic house museum is open April - October from 11am to 2 pm. On July 4th, open house hours will be 2-4 pm
Join us for free tours of this colonial and revolutionary period house museum. The Parson Barnard House Museum will be open the first Saturday of every month until October.
Monster Movie Roulette: Sci-Fi July with VCR2
A random person from the audience spins a wheel bearing 6 classic Universal monster movies. Wherever it lands determines what we watch that night!
Join us for this fun and unique experience in your local movie theater at the NAHS, The Worden Theater.
March to Revolution: Lesser Known Stories from 1775-1776 with Dr. Abby Chandler
Join Professor Abby Chandler for this look at the lesser-known stories of the Revolutionary War.
Monster Movie Roulette: Sci-Fi July with VCR2
A random person from the audience spins a wheel bearing 6 classic Universal monster movies. Wherever it lands determines what we watch that night!
Join us for this fun and unique experience in your local movie theater at the NAHS, The Worden Theater.
First Saturday at the Parson Barnard House
Our 1715 historic house museum is open April - October from 11am to 2 pm. On July 4th, open house hours will be 2-4 pm
Join us for free tours of this colonial and revolutionary period house museum. The Parson Barnard House Museum will be open the first Saturday of every month until October.
Summer Camp Week: Celebrating America's Birthday
Celebrating America's Birthday with historical games and sports, like stick and hoop races, along with colonial music, handy crafts, and educational movies and programs.
This program runs from Monday June 29th to Friday July 3rd, 9:30am to 2:30pm with a snack break and a lunch break.
Parents are required to provide water, snacks, and lunch for their children.
A minimum of 6 students total is required to run this program. Class size maximum will be 20 students.
POSTPONED: An Evening with Rep. Tram Nguyen
This March, in honor of Women’s History Month, join Representative Tram Nguyen of the 18th Essex District for a conversation on women’s leadership, advocacy, and public service.
Tracing her path from refugee to State Representative and candidate for Congress, this discussion will highlight the resilience, advocacy, and collective action needed to continue advancing progress for women and future generations. This program is organized by the Harvard Club of the Merrimack Valley.
POSTPONED: Show Her the Money (2023, PG) Documentary Screening
Show Her the Money follows four founders as they endure uphill battles to turn their ideas into reality. This documentary about business demystifies venture capital and shows the inequality of funding between men and women.
This screening is supported by a grant from the North Andover Cultural Council.
Hidden History of Black Boston with Joel Mackall
Learn Boston's 400-year African-American history in a talk that encourages participant interaction.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream" Shakespeare on The Common (6pm)
Acting Out Theater Company & The North Andover Historical Society Present William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Old Center Walking Tour - "Old Andover 101"
This 2 Hour walking tour is an on foot class in early Andover History 101.