During the month of March, history will come alive at the Courthouse Community Center in Salem. 
There will be a month long exhibit featuring Salem's rich history  produced in association with Salem Town Historian, Al Cormier.  Maps, books, documents and artifacts will be on display in the Great Hall.  The exhibit will open with a reception on Thursday, March 4th at 6:30 pm, and Al Cormier will be present to offer insight and answer questions.  All are welcome to attend.

    March will also feature another series of history lectures at the CCC.  Three distinguished speakers will be on hand to provide informative and entertaining talks centered on historic preservation.  The lectures, all on Thursday evenings at 7:30 will start on March 4th following the opening reception for the history exhibit.  The March 4th lecture will be presented by John G, Waite, an architect specializing in the field of historic preservation architecture. 

With over forty years experience in planning for and overseeing the restoration of historic buildings across the country, Mr. Waite will talk about the importance of preservation and stewardship of historic structures.  As the architect overseeing the restoration of the Courthouse,  Mr. Waite will address the relevance of preserving the Courthouse for future generations.  The second presentation in the series on March 11th will be offered by Cambridge resident, Michael Russert.  An educator and historian, Mr. Russert's fascinating talk entitled “When the blast of war blows in our ears”, will examine the history of the Edward McPherson Farm and the Battle of Gettysburg. The third and final lecture on March 18th will feature Eagleville author and educator, Marcia Reiss.  Ms. Reiss will speak about the historic architecture of Salem and Cambridge and the true roots of the fine American homes and buildings we cherish.  There is no admission charge for the lectures, and the public is welcome.  It is advisable to contact the CCC to reserve a seat.  For additional information, please visit www.salemcourthouse.org.

~Donna Farringer-Director February 5 , 2010