• Trace Your Genealogy

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    Free and open to the public! Dave Robison has been working on his own family genealogy since 1969, and is now working full-time as a genealogist. He also teaches genealogy classes at the Museum School. This introductory overview will cover the basics of how to conduct genealogical research, become a genealogy detective, explore genealogy websites…

  • Fáilte Abhaile (Welcome Home) 1916-2016

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    All free and open to the public! Reception, 4:30 pm Meet visiting dignitaries from Ireland, view the special Easter Rising exhibit and enjoy Irish music and light hors d'oeuvres at the Wood Museum of Springfield History. Remembrance Mass, 6 pm At St. Michael’s Cathedral. Sponsored by the John Boyle O’Reilly Club, honoring the efforts of the…

  • Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride Opening Ceremony

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    Join us for the official launch of Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride, a commemorative cross-country trip to honor the epic journey made by Adeline and Augusta Van Buren 100 years ago this summer. Ceremony will feature remarks by: Ride organizer Alisa Clickenger Robert Pandya of Indian Motorcycle Wood Museum Director Guy McLain Following those opening comments,…

  • Indian Motorcycle Day 2016

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    Annual outdoor motorcycle show and rally! Motorcycle Show & Rally View a variety of classic and vintage motorcycles, browse vendor displays, a Dj spins classic rock tunes and more. 9 am Blessing of the Bikes, Rev. Thomas Callard, Christ Church Cathedral 10:30 am Recognition of the Van Buren Sisters’ Historic Ride 11 am-3 pm Concessions…

  • 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    Join Springfield Fire and Police Commissioners to honor the first responders who lost their lives at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. 11 am Ceremony; Welcome Center Lot 1 pm Artist Talk with Dawn Siebel, creator of the Better Angels exhibit; Wood Museum of Springfield History Don't miss Galaxy Dog sculpture, a tribute to…

  • History on the Move Car Show

    Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United States

    Enjoy vintage autos, music, and family activities plus view classic Springfield-built cars in the Wood Museum of Springfield History. 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Duryea Demonstrations 1 pm Docent Tour featuring Rolls-Royce autos 2 pm Awards Ceremony Free and open to the public!