Dan Raymond House Museum / Mark Dewey Research Center / Old Stone Store 137-161 Main Street | P.O. Box 747 | Sheffield, MA 01257
Visit us at the Old Stone Store Weekends 11am-4pm
It seems that bear sightings and encounters are on the rise in Sheffield and the surrounding communities as of late. Likely you have many questions about our ursine neighbors and on Friday, October 12 Max Galdos-Shapiro, Education Coordinator at Mass Audubon Berkshire Wildlife Sanctuaries, will be at Dewey Hall (91 Main St., Sheffield) to answer those questions and educate us about black bears in the Berkshires. This Sheffield Historical Society program begins at 7:30 pm and is free and open to the public.
An avid naturalist, Max delights in sharing his boundless curiosity for the natural world with people of all ages. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Ecology and Outdoor Education from Bard College at Simon’s Rock and a Master of Science in Ecological Design from The Conway School.
The American Black Bear is one of the most striking and mysterious creatures living in the Berkshires. In this Forty-five minute talk, Max will dive into the natural history and current status of this gentle giant. We will learn about its life cycle, habitat, behavior, and discuss the ways we can live in harmony with bears. The talk will be followed by a Q&A, so come with your own bear stories!
An avid naturalist, Max delights in sharing his boundless curiosity for the natural world with people of all ages. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Ecology and Outdoor Education from Bard College at Simon’s Rock and a Master of Science in Ecological Design from The Conway School.
The American Black Bear is one of the most striking and mysterious creatures living in the Berkshires. In this Forty-five minute talk, Max will dive into the natural history and current status of this gentle giant. We will learn about its life cycle, habitat, behavior, and discuss the ways we can live in harmony with bears. The talk will be followed by a Q&A, so come with your own bear stories!
2018 Sheffield
Park of Honor
The Park of Honor will take place at Barnard Park, but with a different format than in previous years. Two "monuments" will be erected in the park on which a Veteran’s information will be displayed. The Veteran's name, service dates, branch of service and sponsor will be placed on the “monument”. In addition to the recognition of the Veterans, fifty flags will be erected immediately behind the "monuments". In past years the Pittsfield Kiwanis club coordinated the Park of Honor in Sheffield, however, this year, their club is focusing on their efforts in Pittsfield.
Please join us on Sunday November 11 at Barnard Park, as we honor our Veterans. Coffee, hot cider and treats will be available from 8 am -11 am.
There is no charge for participating in this Park of Honor. You can sign up online:
www.berkshireheroes.org
You may also fill out the information on the form below—we will create a laminated card for the Park of Honor from the information you submit to us.
Click "download file" below.
Download File
Please note, if there are multiple sponsors for a Veteran we will honor those requests as space provides. You may sponsor a Veteran, as well as an active duty service member.
Herrington's a proud sponsor of our effort, donated all of the materials needed for the building of the "monuments".
The Sheffield Historical Society is a proud sponsor of the Park of Honor as we celebrate 100 years of Armistice Day 1918-2018.
Park of Honor
The Park of Honor will take place at Barnard Park, but with a different format than in previous years. Two "monuments" will be erected in the park on which a Veteran’s information will be displayed. The Veteran's name, service dates, branch of service and sponsor will be placed on the “monument”. In addition to the recognition of the Veterans, fifty flags will be erected immediately behind the "monuments". In past years the Pittsfield Kiwanis club coordinated the Park of Honor in Sheffield, however, this year, their club is focusing on their efforts in Pittsfield.
Please join us on Sunday November 11 at Barnard Park, as we honor our Veterans. Coffee, hot cider and treats will be available from 8 am -11 am.
There is no charge for participating in this Park of Honor. You can sign up online:
www.berkshireheroes.org
You may also fill out the information on the form below—we will create a laminated card for the Park of Honor from the information you submit to us.
Click "download file" below.
Download File
Please note, if there are multiple sponsors for a Veteran we will honor those requests as space provides. You may sponsor a Veteran, as well as an active duty service member.
Herrington's a proud sponsor of our effort, donated all of the materials needed for the building of the "monuments".
The Sheffield Historical Society is a proud sponsor of the Park of Honor as we celebrate 100 years of Armistice Day 1918-2018.
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On Saturday, August 25 the Sheffield Historical Society will be holding our annual Heritage Festival & Family Feast amidst the historic buildings on the society's grounds. The evening begins with a tasting of Big Elm Brewery beer from 5-6 pm, followed by an elegant sit-down dinner from 6-8 pm. There will be assortment of meats from our 19th century smokehouse, authentic historic side dishes, drinks and desserts for you to enjoy while you listen to live music.
Tickets for the feast are on sale now, the cost is $35 if purchased before August 17, and $40 after that date. Children ages 4-11 can attend for $9, ages 3 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online in the paypal cart to the right. Or you can mail a check to Sheffield Historical Society, P.O. Box 747, Sheffield, MA 01257, or stop by the Old Stone Store weekends from 11-4 to purchase them in person by check or cash. Once you purchase tickets your name/s will be placed on our guest list, please check in at the Welcome Table at the event. Proceeds will benefit the historical society and support the many free programs and exhibits open to the community that we hold each year. The festival will be under tents so it is a rain or shine event.
Tickets for the feast are on sale now, the cost is $35 if purchased before August 17, and $40 after that date. Children ages 4-11 can attend for $9, ages 3 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online in the paypal cart to the right. Or you can mail a check to Sheffield Historical Society, P.O. Box 747, Sheffield, MA 01257, or stop by the Old Stone Store weekends from 11-4 to purchase them in person by check or cash. Once you purchase tickets your name/s will be placed on our guest list, please check in at the Welcome Table at the event. Proceeds will benefit the historical society and support the many free programs and exhibits open to the community that we hold each year. The festival will be under tents so it is a rain or shine event.
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Click here to read an article about the event at the Berkshire Eagle.
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WATCH the TV Segment about the Sheffield Historical Society
Click below to watch "Main Streets and Back Roads" segment on the Sheffield Historical Society. Make sure to check out the other segments on Sheffield, including Tony Carlotto's Rolling Rock Farm, Magic Fluke, Bartholomew's Cobble, Mill River Farm & Sheffield antiques stores.
http://www.wcvb.com/chronicle
Click below to watch "Main Streets and Back Roads" segment on the Sheffield Historical Society. Make sure to check out the other segments on Sheffield, including Tony Carlotto's Rolling Rock Farm, Magic Fluke, Bartholomew's Cobble, Mill River Farm & Sheffield antiques stores.
http://www.wcvb.com/chronicle
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Sheffield Historical Society
Dan Raymond House
Jennifer Owens, Administrator
sheffieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
413-229-2694
Office Hours
Tuesday & Friday 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Mark Dewey Research Center
James Miller, Archivist
K.C. Clow, Volunteer
mdrc@sheffieldhistory.org
413-229-3682
Office Hours
Monday 1:30pm-4:00pm
Friday 1:30pm-4:00pm
or by appointment
Sheffield Historical Society
P.O. Box 747
159-161 Main St.
Sheffield, MA 01257
Visit us at Facebook
Dan Raymond House
Jennifer Owens, Administrator
sheffieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
413-229-2694
Office Hours
Tuesday & Friday 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Mark Dewey Research Center
James Miller, Archivist
K.C. Clow, Volunteer
mdrc@sheffieldhistory.org
413-229-3682
Office Hours
Monday 1:30pm-4:00pm
Friday 1:30pm-4:00pm
or by appointment
Sheffield Historical Society
P.O. Box 747
159-161 Main St.
Sheffield, MA 01257
Visit us at Facebook