October, 2011

Robbins house on new foundation

Posted by DGP on Oct 20, 2011 in News + Events, Photos, Robbins House | 0 comments

Update for the Drinking Gourd Project Advisory Council

Posted by DGP on Oct 10, 2011 in News + Events | 0 comments

We have had a busy and productive spring and summer, and wanted to let you know how far we have come, and how much has been achieved. The move of the Robbins House took place on May 21st. Since then our contractors have worked under the direction and close supervision of our Co Project Managers, Larry Sorli, Preservation Architect, and David Fisher, Landscape Architect. The more modern shingles...

The Old Manse & the Drinking Gourd Project Present African American Life in the 1800s

Posted by DGP on Oct 4, 2011 in News + Events, Robbins House | 0 comments

Plan to visit Concord’s Old Manse during Columbus Day Weekend, October 8, 9, & 10, from 12 noon to 5pm, when we present our Open House and Living History event. The weekend will include free admission to the Manse, plus music, living history demonstrations, and more. Also, you can experience a behind-the scene tour of the attic, which were living quarters for enslaved and indentured...