Historical events abound this summer in the North Quabbin area. From learning about local mysteries, to Quabbin hikes, to a relaxing day on the porch, historical societies are offering something for everyone this summer. The Orange Historical Society, located at 41 North Main St.
, will host numerous events, including old-fashioned porch visits on July 18 and Aug. 15, from 5 to 8 p.m.
featuring live music by Terry Reed on banjo and Doug Tanner on fiddle, with refreshments. Guests may opt to wear fanciful attire hailing from any historic era up to the present at a Traditional American Social Tea on the society’s porch, with live banjo and fiddle music on July 10, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Reservations for this event must be made at least one week in advance by calling Ann Reed at 978-544-3864. For those who love a little bit of mystery, the society will offer its second annual reading of “Unbelievable True Stories of Orange” on Aug. 2, from 7 to 9 p.
m. Due to potentially intense subject matter, this event is only open to mature persons. Interested storytellers and audience members must call Reed at 978-544-3864 at least one week in advance to reserve a spot.
The society is open for guided tours on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. from June to September.
More information can be found at orangehistoricalsocietyma.org . The Swift River Valley Historical Society, located at 40 Elm St.
in New Salem, will be remembering the four lost towns. The Dana Reunion will be held on July 21. Gate 40 open.
