Historical Talk and Art Reception at the Old Schwamb Mill

Saturday, May 3, 1:30-2:30 p.m. “Old Schwamb Mill Work Force Revisited:
a look at the worker experience at the Mill from the late 19th
century to the mid 20th century” presented by Schwamb Mill archivist
Dermot Whittaker. The talk is second in a five part lecture series celebrating
the 150th anniversary of the purchase of the mill by brothers
Charles and Frederick Schwamb in 1864.

Following the
talk from 2:30-4:00 p.m. is a reception for “Greek Idylls” art work by students
of Arlington artist Adria Arch, inspired by a recent trip to Greece. Featured
artists include: Laurie Archonsky, Liz Bell, Diana Bourgeois, Carole Dallaire,
Angele Desjardins, Margaret Furlong, Anne Goodwin, Karen Molloy and Karen
Wihbey. Through June 7.

Refreshments
served. Donations welcome.

The Old Schwamb Mill is
an 1864 oval and circular picture frame factory and now a living history industrial museum listed in
the National Register of Historic Places.

Open Tuesdays
and Saturdays, 11a.m.-3 p.m. for guided tours that include a demonstration of
the fame-making process; viewing of the spring art show in the second floor
gallery; and purchase of the Mill’s hand-turned museum-quality frames.

Shopping is
available at the Shaker Workshops store in the Mill’s 18th century barn:
furniture, lamps, rugs, and unique gift items. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.10%
discount for Mill members.

The
Old Schwamb Mill, 17 Mill Lane, Arlington, MA 02476

Contact:
Ed Gordon (781) 643-0554 or info@oldschwambmill.org

Visit www.oldschwambmill.org for our 150th
anniversary schedule of events featuring a lecture series, concerts and art
exhibitions.