New Date! Looking forward to the Spring gardening season? Join us for a mood-brightening event about gardening with native plants. First, we will watch an inspiring short video by the renowned ecologist, author, and co-founder … Continued

You’re invited to a book discussion! Love Is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times by Bishop Michael Curry This event is sponsored by the Anti-Racism Team at Grace Episcopal Church. Copies of … Continued

Historian and bestselling author Colin Woodard will present the 2026 Adams Lecture on his latest book, Nations Apart: How Clashing Regional Cultures Shattered America. In this timely study, Woodard reveals how centuries-old regional differences have brought American democracy … Continued

  Commemorate our 250th anniversary by exploring the founding principles of the United States… and how we live up to them! This four-part discussion series will revolve around the book These Truths: A History of … Continued

Special Meetup Tour for Athenaeum Members Enjoy a springtime stroll through Salem’s Punto Urban Art Museum (PUAM) guided by Saniego Sanchez, PUAM Director (and Salem Athenaeum member)! Located in “El Punto” Neighborhood in Salem, PUAM features over … Continued

This special event for National Poetry Month highlights new work by several authors who are members of the Athenaeum or North Shore residents — the poetry of your talented neighbors. We are very pleased to … Continued