Enjoy a lunchtime lecture in the beautiful waterfront setting of Coolidge Point, Historic New England’s most recently acquired property. Join Cogswell’s Grant Site Manager Kristen Weiss for an illustrated talk exploring folk art on Cape Ann. From the celebrated collection at Cogswell’s Grant to wonderful pieces at Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House, the Cape Ann Museum, and the Manchester Historical Museum, discover portraits, carvings, and other quirky pieces that illustrate the lives of everyday people. Includes a boxed lunch and a chance to stroll the grounds following the lecture.

This program will take place at Coolidge Point in Manchester-by-the-Sea.

Cost is $25 for Historic New England, Cape Ann Museum and Manchester Historical Museum members or $35 for non-members.

Advance tickets required. For more information and to buy tickets, please call(978) 522-5540 or visit HistoricNewEngland.org.