Reflections on the 250th – Deena Caswell
This essay is part of our “People’s Guide to the Revolution” initiative for 2026. Visit our webpage for original content, events related to the 250th, and more. By Deena Caswell Board member, Mass Humanities Library Director, Bushnell-Sage Library Growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs, the spirit of the American Revolution was a part of daily […]
Watch: Monte Belmonte & Kaliis Smith – 2026 Mass Storytellers of the Year
You might know Monte and Kaliis from New England Public Media’s The Fabulous 413. With echoes of Mister Roger’s Neighborhood, their weekly show provides a glimpse at everyday life in western Massachusetts. And that’s exactly why we wanted to shine a light on them this year, for their unique ability to discover stories and share them […]