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SUMMARY:Springfield’s Literary Legacy: Celebrating Famous Authors and Literary Landmarks (Virtual Lecture)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Springfield’s literary legacy through its famous authors and literary landmarks in this virtual lecture by Dr. Kate Benson. \nDiscover the rich literary history of Springfield\, Massachusetts in this online lecture with Dr. Kate Benson. Known as the birthplace of renowned authors such as Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel)\, whose whimsical stories captivated readers worldwide\, Springfield boasts a legacy of creativity and storytelling. Learn about William Pynchon\, the city’s founder and one of the earliest authors in American history\, whose controversial book The Meritorious Price of Our Redemption left an indelible mark on early colonial literature and modern authors like Springfield natives Robert B. Parker and journalist Samuel Bowles. \nThis lecture will also explore iconic literary landmarks such as Johnson’s Bookstore and the offices of Merriam Webster\, the oldest dictionary publisher in the United States. We’ll dive into the significance of the Springfield City Library\, a historical establishment that has supported the intellectual growth of the city for centuries\, and touch on Springfield’s connection to the development of American publishing. \nPerfect for literature enthusiasts\, history buffs\, and educators\, this session offers a window into how Springfield shaped and was shaped by its literary greats and cultural institutions. Join us on March 13th at 7:00pm to celebrate the stories\, authors\, and establishments that make Springfield a true literary treasure. \nAbout the Lecture Series & Presenter \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThe lecture will be presented by Dr. Kate Benson. Dr. Benson is the award-winning author of Hospital Hill and its companion novel\, Shadows in the Ward. She is also the author of Behind the Walls\, a volume on the history of insane asylums in institutions in New England. She is a special education teacher and architectural photographer who leads a lecture series on the history of mental illness and its treatment. She is currently hard at work on a number of asylum projects. She is also the owner of Otherwords Press\, an independent publishing imprint representing authors from all over the world. Kate is a former Springfield Preservation Trust board member and lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband\, her beagle\, and a very feisty cat. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/literary-legacy-springfield-massachusetts/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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SUMMARY:Lost & Reused Springfield: Wins & Losses for Historic Springfield Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Lost & Reused Springfield: Wins & Losses for Historic Springfield Architecture \nLearn about historic Springfield buildings which have been lost to demolition or neglect—or saved by preservation and reuse. Join presenters Jayden Bermudez and Jim Boone in this digital lecture which overviews some of Springfield’s most iconic properties—whether Lost or Reused—and their journeys from original use to current fate. Buildings will include beautiful mansions\, civic buildings\, schools\, and more. Come learn about the architecture which made Springfield “the City of Homes” and the “City of Firsts.”\n\nThe presentation will be followed by a Q&A session\, where attendees are encouraged to bring their questions about historic preservation and architecture in Springfield. This event will be on January 15\, 2026\, at 7:00pm. Please register through here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter:  \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThis lecture will be co-presented by Jayden Bermudez and Jim Boone:  \n\nJayden Bermudez served as the Educational Programming & Instructional Intern for the Springfield Preservation Trust in 2025. He is currently studying to become a Secondary Education teacher with a double major in History and English at Springfield Technical Community College. \nJim Boone has been on the board of the SPT since 1977. He is a retired school counselor who worked with special needs students and retired 30-year realtor\, who specialized in historic houses. He lives in Springfield’s McKnight Historic District\, where he has been a resident since 1976\, restoring three homes. Jim has written and lectured about house restoration\, Springfield\, and McKnight District history; overseen restoration of five SPT house projects; and is a docent at the Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History. Jim is also on the board of Vinalhaven Land Trust\, where he has served for 15 years\, organizing summer programs and lectures. He has previously served on the Springfield Historical Commission.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/lost-reused-springfield-wins-losses-for-historic-springfield-architecture/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Virtual Lecture
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SUMMARY:Storybook Architecture: A Review of Fairytale-Inspired American Homes
DESCRIPTION:Storybook Architecture: A Review of Fairytale-Inspired American Homes \nStorybook architecture–a whimsical\, fairytale-inspired style characterized by playful\, exaggerated elements–emerged in Southern California in the 1920s. The lecture will look at examples there and across the country. This lecture will take place on February 19\, 2026\, at 7:00pm. Please register here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter:  \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. Please register here. \nThis lecture will be presented by Bob McCarroll. He has been a significant force for the preservation of Springfield’s historic properties since the mid-1970s\, when he was part of the reactivation of the Springfield Preservation Trust into an advocacy organization. Between 1972 and 2002\, he worked in the Springfield Planning Department\, where he helped create five of the early local historic districts. Now retired\, Bob served for 11 years on the Springfield Historical Commission and has served on the Springfield Community Preservation Committee since its formation in 2017. Bob has served for more than 45 years on the board of the Springfield Preservation Trust\, where he has organized house tours\, worked on self-guided walking tour brochures\, and applied for and coordinated grant work at 77 Maple Street. Bob is a long-time resident of the Mattoon Street Historic District and coordinates the annual Mattoon Street Arts Festival\, the region’s oldest arts and crafts show. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of William and Mary and a Master of City and Regional Planning degree from Rutgers University.Bob is a recipient of the 2016 Massachusetts Historical Commission Preservation Awards Local Preservationist Award\, the 2018 Preservation Massachusetts K. Julie McCarthy Community Spirit Award\, the 2018 Order of William Pynchon Award\, and the 2024 Mass History Alliance Bay State Legacy Award.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/storybook-architecture-a-review-of-fairytale-inspired-american-homes/
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers in Care: Women in Medicine and Public Health in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Trailblazers in Care: Women in Medicine and Public Health in Springfield \n\nJoin us for a fascinating program exploring the stories of pioneering women who reshaped medicine and public health in Western MA.\n\n\n\nThis Women’s History Month\, join us for a fascinating program exploring the stories of pioneering women who reshaped medicine and public health in Springfield and Western Massachusetts. \nLearn about Dr. Seraph Frissell\, one of the first women admitted to the Massachusetts Medical Society and a Springfield physician whose medical writings challenged convention\, and Dr. Mary Phylinda Dole\, a trailblazing “country doctor” who became the first female physician at Franklin County Public Hospital and devoted her career to opening doors for women in medicine. We’ll also place their achievements in the broader context of women’s medical leadership across Massachusetts\, from early public health advocacy to groundbreaking nursing education. \nThrough their lives\, we’ll discover how women challenged barriers\, advanced healthcare\, and left a legacy that continues to shape our communities today. This event will be on March 19 at pm. Please register here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThe lecture will be presented by Dr. Kate Benson. Dr. Benson is the award-winning author of Hospital Hill and its companion novel\, Shadows in the Ward. She is also the author of Behind the Walls\, a volume on the history of insane asylums in institutions in New England. She is a special education teacher and architectural photographer who leads a lecture series on the history of mental illness and its treatment. She is currently hard at work on a number of asylum projects. She is also the owner of Otherwords Press\, an independent publishing imprint representing authors from all over the world. Kate is a former Springfield Preservation Trust board member and lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband\, her beagle\, and a very feisty cat. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org. \nPlease register here.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/trailblazers-in-care-women-in-medicine-and-public-health-in-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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