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

Hear the talk and see the exhibit about the untold and unexplored story of Sharon's Stoughtonham Furnace that produced munitions for the Revolution:

-Technical details (location, design, manufacturing process)

-When, why, and by whom it was built and run

-Its impact on the Revolutionary War

-The ultimate fate of the forge and its operators

-What was learned in archeological dig in the 1980s.

Gather information that will help you and your family

-Participate in two Fall It's Revolutionary events -- a town-wide Scavenger Hunt and a Trivia Night

-Create something for the “Reflections on the Revolution: A Call to All” Exhibition at 16 High Street in December -- a display of works of any type such as visual art, photography, poetry, prose, music, videography, crafts, etc. depicting the events and people or expressing the meaning of the Declaration of Independence and the creation of the United States. Contributor's work will be documented and digitally preserved for the benefit of future historians and history lovers.

Enjoy light refreshments

The Stoughtonham Furnace Exhibit will be on display through the Fall 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 December 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

Sharon Historical Society upcoming events

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

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