2nd Haverhill History Day!
September 26
An event dedicated to celebrating our founding in 1763, and the people, traditions, and milestones that have shaped our town.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, and we hope you will join Haverhill Library Association, Haverhill Heritage Inc, Haverhill Historical Society, and the First Congregational Church of Haverhill to make this 2nd year even more exciting and educational than the inaugural.
We are planning to include history talks on the following:
- The underground railroad and its connection to our small town (Historian / Author Michelle Sherburne) – featuring The Bliss Tavern
- The arrival of the railroad in our small town
- The Revere Bell at the First Congregational Church – (Speaker: Harvey Keyes)
- Stagecoaches and the route through Haverhill
Other highlights will include an Abbott-Downing Stagecoach on display and its route through Haverhill based on an 1833 route map.
As well, residents dressed in period costumes (all are welcome to participate), horse and wagon rides, historic home tours, traditional crafts, music, and exhibits at the historic Alumni Hall, Wentworth Brown House, the First Congregational Church of Haverhill, and Haverhill Academy.
It is the one time each year when our entire community can come together to bring the past to life in a way that is both educational and genuinely heartwarming.
How you can help:
1) Seeking any additional Stagecoach information that you may have or know about
2) Seeking demonstrators for weaving, broom making, rug hooking, clothing, etc.
3) Seeking period costume wearers
4) Seeking participation from the local schools and libraries
5) Spread the word about the date and needs
And of course, volunteers will be appreciated the day off for anyone interested in getting involved.
Watch highlights from last year’s event!