May 15, 2016 Dorch Hist Soc program - The History of Boston in 50 Artifacts

[Earl Taylor]

On May 15, 2016 at 2 pm, the Dorchester Historical Society will hold its annual meeting, then turn the floor over to our speaker.

Joe Bagley presents a talk about his new book: A History of Boston in 50 Artifacts. City Archaeologist Joe Bagley highlights a fascinating hodge-podge of history--from ancient fishing grounds to Jazz Age red-light districts--and demonstrates how these objects offer a unique and accessible introduction introduction to Boston's history  and physical culture.