Upcoming Events
WHEN IRELAND SAVED BOSTON: The Irish Donation of 1676
Friday, November 13, 2026 7:00-8:30PM
Did you know that 2026 marks the 350th anniversary of when a ship from Dublin laden with oatmeal, butter and cheese saved the lives of thousands in the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
On Friday, November 13th, historian Trent Taylor will explore the Irish Donation of 1676 and how this mass humanitarian relief effort strengthened the Irish-New England connections in the Puritan world. His talk will shine a light on a forgotten but fascinating tale of 17th century transatlantic philanthropy which was reciprocated in 1847 when Captain Robert Forbes arrived in Cork with a ship full of provisions to provide relief during the Great Famine.
This enlightening talk will be accompanied by a dram of Irish whiskey and tastes of Ireland.
Tickets: $15/person
GLANTERNS and LEGACY: Mahjong at the Museum
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 7:00 – 9:00PM
Gather with friends, make new connections, and enjoy an evening of American Mahjong in the elegant surroundings of the historic Forbes House Museum.
Add a Pinch of Kindness:
We are collecting unopened spices and herbs to stock local food pantries for the holidays. Please bring a ¼ cup jar of your favorite for our November Spice Collection.
$50
