Historic Preservation Month

May is annual Preservation Month, when the Stoneham Historical Commission sponsors a number of history-themed public events.  

FOR 2023, all events are in person.  All are free and open to the public.

May 11 - Joint meeting with the Historical Society - Nancy Carlisle from Historic New England will speak on the evolution of the New England Kitchen -- at Stoneham Historical Society & Museum, 36 William St.  

May 13 - 2 pm Tour of Lindenwood Cemetery with local Historian Dee Morris. Meet at the Soldiers' Memorial, off Montvale Avenue

May 20 - 1-3 pm. Open Day at the Old Burying Ground (Pleasant St at William). Live and podcast tours are available.

May 21 - noon-3p.  Scavenger Hunt and Games on the Common.  Fun family event.

You can also visit the Stoneham Historical Society & Museum for information on their events.  

Check out our History at Home options for fun for families. 

2023 Preservation Month events
Playing historic game "graces" on the Stoneham Town Common