Sharon Historical Society upcoming events

It's Revolutionary! A No Tea Party to Celebrate Deborah Sampson Day (05/23/2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Boston Tea Party gave birth to our nation

In 1773 the Tea Party participants fought for the Right to vote, for Freedom of Speech and No Taxation without Representation. Nine years later, Deborah Samson followed their lead and joined the Continental Army as Robert Shurtliff.

In Celebration of Deborah Samson Day

Saturday May 23rd,

the Sharon Historical Society is hosting

A NO TEA PARTY

AT 16 HIGH ST

from 1-4.

Come meet Deborah

Drink some Liberty Tea

Eat George Washington's Birthday cake and other goodies

Listen to the music of the Continental Army

Learn about the Patriots who staged the rebellious action

and

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE TEA PARTY PARTICIPANT TO ENTER THE DRAWING FOR A TEA PARTY CENTER PIECE.

A little after 1:30 our State Representative Ted Phillips and members of the Selectboard will there to read the Governor’s Proclamation celebrating Deborah, and present it to the Historical Society and the Town.

It's Revolutionary! Event and Exhibit -- Secretly and Covertly: Cannon Cast in Sharon MA (07/23/2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Celebrate the Semiquincentennial of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States by hearing about the commonly known as well as the untold and unexplored story of Sharon's Stoughtonham Furnace that produced cannon and cannonballs for the Revolution. The talk presents its technical details (location, design, manufacturing process), its history (when, why, and by whom it was built and run, its impact on the Revolutionary War and the ultimate fate of the forge and its operators), and what was learned through an archeological dig in the 1980s.

It will include a presentation and discussion as well as a chance to view related exhibits and light refreshments. There will also be time for a creative activity -- an “in studio opportunity” to create items for the “Reflections on the Revolution: A Call to All” Exhibition at 16 High Street in December. This show will display the works of those who have chosen to express, in their preferred medium, their views of the Revolutionary events and figures. We are seeking visual art, photography, poetry, prose, music, videography, crafts, or any combination of these or other expressive techniques. Contributor's work will be documented and digitally preserved for the benefit of future historians and history lovers.

Stoughtonham Furnace Exhibit will be on display through August and can also be viewed during our normal Open Hours:

2 - 4 Fridays

1 - 4 Saturdays

3 - 5 Sundays

If you are interested in helping with this event, contributing to the June Exhibition, or have any questions please email Programs@Sharonhistorical.org

It's Revolutionary: Reflections on the Revolution Exhibition- An exhibit of all forms of art from creators of all ages (12/06/2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This Exhibition will display the works of those who have chosen to express, in their preferred medium, their views of the Revolutionary events and figures. We are seeking visual art, photography, poetry, prose, music, videography, crafts, or any combination of these or other expressive techniques. Contributor's work will be documented and digitally preserved for the benefit of future historians and history lovers.

There will be an opening reception and the exhibits will be in place throughout the December and can also be viewed during normal open hours:

2 - 4 Fridays

1 - 4 Saturdays

3 - 5 Sundays

If you are interested in contributing to the June Exhibition, or have any questions please contact Claire Forman at Programs@sharonhistorical.org