Native American Heritage Month 2021
The Springfield Museums would like to first begin with a land acknowledgement. The Museums are located on the traditional land of the Eastern Algonquian peoples–including the Pocumtuc, Agawam, Nipmuc, and…
Stories Uncovered: Black Women and the Vote
Black women are frequently forgotten and deemed invisible when it comes to the retelling of the stories of women’s suffrage in the United States. However, this is not a new…
#19SuffrageStories
2020 has turned out to be quite a year of unexpected events. It has also been a time of reflection, homage, and being called to action. With that said, it…
Springfield’s Long History of Public Health Action Continues to Inspire Gratitude
“Gauze masks and open air were deemed very important in combating the Spanish Influenza. Social distancing was practiced, and people were encouraged to walk to reduce crowding in railroad and…
Museum School Online Classes Robust with Teacher Talent
The Springfield Museums' Museum School is offering an array of online classes instructed by its remarkable, talented faculty. Please see The Museum School page for more information on classes. Below…
Review: It All Began with Foxhole Frank
This contact led to the re-discovery of six boxes of diaries, letters, reminiscences, and photographs, most of which had been transcribed and typewritten, but never published. The Lyman & Merrie…
Museum Book Club: Recommended Reading from Our Staff
Looking to curl up with a good book? Check out these recommendations from our staff. Give while you shop! Bookmark smile.amazon.com and select the Springfield Museums as your preferred charity…
In Search of the Gileadites
Should one of your number be arrested, you must collect together as quickly as possible, so as to outnumber your adversaries... Do not delay one moment after you are ready:…
Honoring Healthcare Heroes
As courageous healthcare workers stand between COVID-19 and the public, the Springfield Museums staff looked to our collections to celebrate the heroism of those who risk their own well-being to…
Kick Up Your Curiosity—With Genealogy
“Don’t forget to kick up your curiosity and hit the road when you can. . . . We’d love to meet you and share our wonderful resources with you!”—Maggie Humberston,…