Nikki Stewart
@nikkijstewart.bsky.social
Historic site person. Award-winning apple pie baker. Somewhat salty. Appalachian in Boston.
@pbs.org is punk rock. #WorkOfRevolution
September 17, 2026 at 8:44 PM
@pbs.org is punk rock. #WorkOfRevolution
The historians are coming! The historians are coming! #WorkOfRevolution @aaslh.org @ncph.bsky.social
September 16, 2026 at 9:21 PM
The historians are coming! The historians are coming! #WorkOfRevolution @aaslh.org @ncph.bsky.social
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Resisting authoritarianism is an American tradition. In April of 1775, Paul Revere and his allies risked everything to warn Patriots that British troops were heading to Concord.
Where did Revere and his friends get the courage to defy authority? What would it take for you to do so?
Where did Revere and his friends get the courage to defy authority? What would it take for you to do so?
September 10, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Resisting authoritarianism is an American tradition. In April of 1775, Paul Revere and his allies risked everything to warn Patriots that British troops were heading to Concord.
Where did Revere and his friends get the courage to defy authority? What would it take for you to do so?
Where did Revere and his friends get the courage to defy authority? What would it take for you to do so?
Step into the shadows of history as the brilliant Johnny Kinsman brings Washington Irving’s classic tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman to life. The gripping live recitation is perfectly paired with a breathtaking atmospheric score of original music.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Reading at Old North Church (Oct. 9)
Experience a hauntingly beautiful autumn night at the Old North Church on October 9 with a musical reading of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.
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September 5, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Step into the shadows of history as the brilliant Johnny Kinsman brings Washington Irving’s classic tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman to life. The gripping live recitation is perfectly paired with a breathtaking atmospheric score of original music.
What would you risk your freedom for?
What would you risk your freedom for?
George Collamore was a congregant at Old North Church and an abolitionist. In 1856, he moved his family to Kansas, and in the years that followed, he risked everything for a cause he believed in.
George Collamore was a congregant at Old North Church and an abolitionist. In 1856, he moved his family to Kansas, and in the years that followed, he risked everything for a cause he believed in.
July 27, 2026 at 11:41 PM
What would you risk your freedom for?
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What do modern-day New Englanders inherit from the Puritans?
Join us on March 25 for a Zoom talk with the historian Lori Rogers-Stokes. She'll explore three important ideas from the 17th century that New Englanders are still practicing today. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/puritan-ne...
Join us on March 25 for a Zoom talk with the historian Lori Rogers-Stokes. She'll explore three important ideas from the 17th century that New Englanders are still practicing today. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/puritan-ne...
March 18, 2026 at 10:02 PM
What do modern-day New Englanders inherit from the Puritans?
Join us on March 25 for a Zoom talk with the historian Lori Rogers-Stokes. She'll explore three important ideas from the 17th century that New Englanders are still practicing today. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/puritan-ne...
Join us on March 25 for a Zoom talk with the historian Lori Rogers-Stokes. She'll explore three important ideas from the 17th century that New Englanders are still practicing today. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/puritan-ne...
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Last night, we partnered with Old North Church's congregation and the artist Silence Dogood for a series of special Valentine's Day projections.
In the present moment, we are proud to share biblical verses that remind us to love our neighbors, immigrants, and our community. ❤️
In the present moment, we are proud to share biblical verses that remind us to love our neighbors, immigrants, and our community. ❤️
February 14, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Last night, we partnered with Old North Church's congregation and the artist Silence Dogood for a series of special Valentine's Day projections.
In the present moment, we are proud to share biblical verses that remind us to love our neighbors, immigrants, and our community. ❤️
In the present moment, we are proud to share biblical verses that remind us to love our neighbors, immigrants, and our community. ❤️
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Long before people identified as transgender, there were female husbands — people assigned female at birth who lived as men and entered into legal marriages with women.
Join us on Zoom for a look at the history of female husbands and other queer pioneers: www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-tran...
Join us on Zoom for a look at the history of female husbands and other queer pioneers: www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-tran...
January 27, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Long before people identified as transgender, there were female husbands — people assigned female at birth who lived as men and entered into legal marriages with women.
Join us on Zoom for a look at the history of female husbands and other queer pioneers: www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-tran...
Join us on Zoom for a look at the history of female husbands and other queer pioneers: www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-tran...
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From the Salem Witch Trials to the Underground Railroad, the United States has been shaped by resistance. On 1/22, join the historian @tadstoermer.bsky.social on Zoom for a fascinating look at resistance movements in American history.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-resistan...
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-resistan...
January 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM
From the Salem Witch Trials to the Underground Railroad, the United States has been shaped by resistance. On 1/22, join the historian @tadstoermer.bsky.social on Zoom for a fascinating look at resistance movements in American history.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-resistan...
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-resistan...
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What did music sound like in colonial Boston? Who played it? What sort of instruments were played?
Next Wednesday, join musicologist Laura Zoll on Zoom for a fascinating talk about music-making in colonial Boston! www.eventbrite.com/e/music-maki...
Next Wednesday, join musicologist Laura Zoll on Zoom for a fascinating talk about music-making in colonial Boston! www.eventbrite.com/e/music-maki...
October 28, 2025 at 8:14 PM
What did music sound like in colonial Boston? Who played it? What sort of instruments were played?
Next Wednesday, join musicologist Laura Zoll on Zoom for a fascinating talk about music-making in colonial Boston! www.eventbrite.com/e/music-maki...
Next Wednesday, join musicologist Laura Zoll on Zoom for a fascinating talk about music-making in colonial Boston! www.eventbrite.com/e/music-maki...
Having seen The Great Muppet Caper, I'm shocked at how easy it was to steal jewels from The Louvre.
October 21, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Having seen The Great Muppet Caper, I'm shocked at how easy it was to steal jewels from The Louvre.
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Liz Covart hosts one of the first and most popular academic history podcasts (Ben Franklin's World) and presented at the first History Camp. You can bet I'll tune in for this talk on early attempts to unify the American colonies, long before 1776.
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The First Drafts of the United States: Early Experiments in American Union
Join us on Zoom for a conversation about the forgotten stories of America's "rough drafts": a series of failed experiments with unity.
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October 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Liz Covart hosts one of the first and most popular academic history podcasts (Ben Franklin's World) and presented at the first History Camp. You can bet I'll tune in for this talk on early attempts to unify the American colonies, long before 1776.
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-...
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-...
Does John Pitcairn's body lie a mouldering in the grave?
The Ghost of Major John Pitcairn
Join us on Zoom for a conversation with historian J.L. Bell about the death of Major John Pitcairn and the mystery surrounding his burial.
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May 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Does John Pitcairn's body lie a mouldering in the grave?
Sitting on the deck drinking wine and imagining my life in the French Resistance.
May 14, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Sitting on the deck drinking wine and imagining my life in the French Resistance.
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On this day, 250 years ago, Paul Revere raced through the Massachusetts country side on horseback to warn patriot leaders that British soldiers were on the march. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized the ride, and took some liberties, in a poem that turned the silversmith into a legend.
Listen, my children, and you shall hear what actually happened with Paul Revere
On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere raced through the Massachusetts country side on horseback to warn patriot leaders that British soldiers were on the march. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized the ri...
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April 18, 2025 at 11:41 AM
On this day, 250 years ago, Paul Revere raced through the Massachusetts country side on horseback to warn patriot leaders that British soldiers were on the march. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized the ride, and took some liberties, in a poem that turned the silversmith into a legend.
I feel like Vincent Gambini could get Karen Reed a not guilty.
a man in a black shirt is sitting in front of a window .
ALT: a man in a black shirt is sitting in front of a window .
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April 18, 2025 at 12:08 AM
I feel like Vincent Gambini could get Karen Reed a not guilty.
Who will I see at #NCPH2025 this week? I'm excited to present on theater and public history collaboration with Nicole A. Moore and Patrick Gabridge. Here's a trailer for our project.
Revolution’s Edge: Costumed Reading of the Hit Play (4/18/2025)
YouTube video by Old North Church & Historic Site
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March 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Who will I see at #NCPH2025 this week? I'm excited to present on theater and public history collaboration with Nicole A. Moore and Patrick Gabridge. Here's a trailer for our project.
Not ashamed to admit I just made a jello salad. Now in pursuit of a mold.
Our Best Jell-O Mold Recipes
Craving a recipe from your childhood? Step back in time with these vintage Jell-O mold recipes. They're just like the ones mom and grandma used to make!
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March 9, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Not ashamed to admit I just made a jello salad. Now in pursuit of a mold.
What's your favorite National Park?
February 20, 2025 at 10:53 PM
What's your favorite National Park?
This is what public historians do for fun.
For Valentine’s Day, we put together a special song about our favorite midnight rider.
Enjoy the music video for "That's Revere"!
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Enjoy the music video for "That's Revere"!
youtube.com/shorts/38na6...
That's Revere
YouTube video by Old North Church & Historic Site
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February 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM
This is what public historians do for fun.
I'd make it, but I think my husband would leave me.
February 14, 2025 at 1:59 AM
I'd make it, but I think my husband would leave me.
Celebrate 250 with Ken Burns at Old North Church & Historic Site! Tickets are now available for $40.
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February 10, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Celebrate 250 with Ken Burns at Old North Church & Historic Site! Tickets are now available for $40.
www.eventbrite.com/e/lanterns-l...
www.eventbrite.com/e/lanterns-l...
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Have you ever traveled to another part of the U.S. and thought, "This feels like an entirely different country"?
In his book "American Nations," @colinwoodard.bsky.social argues that North America is actually made up of 11 distinct nations, each with its own unique historical roots.
In his book "American Nations," @colinwoodard.bsky.social argues that North America is actually made up of 11 distinct nations, each with its own unique historical roots.
February 4, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Have you ever traveled to another part of the U.S. and thought, "This feels like an entirely different country"?
In his book "American Nations," @colinwoodard.bsky.social argues that North America is actually made up of 11 distinct nations, each with its own unique historical roots.
In his book "American Nations," @colinwoodard.bsky.social argues that North America is actually made up of 11 distinct nations, each with its own unique historical roots.