WWII Exhibit: Rehoboth Celebrates the Greatest Generation 4th Grade Education Program Celebrating the Museum &Barn
Built in the 1970s by volunteers, the museum contains the collection of the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society which dates back to 1884. The museum is open on Sunday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm (March through November), and during the week by appointment. Over the years the museum has exhibited a wide variety of temporary displays. Most recently we commemorated the 50th anniversary of D-Day with an exhibit that told the stories of Rehoboth residents who served their country. Each spring the Carpenter Museum welcomes area 4th graders to a day of exploration and learning. With the help of volunteers, the children experience such aspects of early Rehoboth life as: fireplace cooking, barn construction, peg-making, stenciling, the use of herbs, the making of herbal sachets, parlor games, and weaving. The museum hosts several lectures each spring and fall. Recent lectures have included such subjects as: the Worcester Tornado, Houses in 1795 Rehoboth, and life on the Homefront during WWII, The photo above shows a tea that was served in conjunction with a lecture on the history of tea rooms in New England. In the year 2003, the museum celebrated its 25th anniversary as well as the 10th anniversary of the building of the barn. The year-long celebration culminated with a wonderful dinner for long-time supporters of the museum. The developement and success of the Museum is based on the countless hours given by volunteers. Seen here is Evalyn Muggleton, a long-time supporter of the Museum, during a holiday open house. In December the Museum is decorated by volunteers who host a formal tea for visitors. In addition, a teddybear tea is given to children the following day. The Museum's archival collection is extensive and includes photographs, documents, deeds, and more. Seen here is a picture of the old Carpenter Homestead. In addition, a genealogy room has been set up in the Blanding Library for indepth research by visitors.
Built in the 1970s by volunteers, the museum contains the collection of the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society which dates back to 1884. The museum is open on Sunday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm (March through November), and during the week by appointment.
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