Salisbury, Connecticut is a quintessential New England town founded in 1741. The Salisbury Association was established in 1902 to promote the best interests of the town and to protect its natural attractions.  Today that mission includes preserving our history, conserving our land, and celebrating our community.

 

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15 February 2025

Opening Reception for Historical Society Exhibit: Birth, Death and Alphabets: The Enduring Legacy of Schoolgirl Needleworks before 1850 with Alexandra Peters

Don't miss this remarkable show of needlework samplers stitched by girls, mostly aged 5 to 16, between 1689 and 1850. On display through April 30.

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Academy Building, 24 Main St
Salisbury, CT 06068 United States
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22 February 2025

Birth, Death, and Alphabets: The Enduring Legacy of Schoolgirl Needleworks Before 1850

Sampler collector and historian Alexandra Peters talks about how these needleworks made before 1850 show us life before the Industrial Revolution from the often surprising perspective of young women.

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Wardell Community Room, Scoville Memorial Library,

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Acknowledgment: We are grateful to Joseph Meehan and Louis Hecht for their beautiful photographs used throughout the website. Many thanks also to Carolyn Grimaldi, John Harney, Leo Nadeau, Don Perdue, Scott Whelan, and trustees too numerous to mention who provided other photos.