"In the Spirit of Friendship"
The Nashua Historical Society presents - “In the Spirit of Friendship”
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Step back in time and converse with two of history’s most influential writers of the Revolution, John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren. Explore how their friendship formed, deepened, and ultimately endured—despite political tensions. Focus on Mercy Otis Warren’s History of the American Revolution and the political tensions it created.
Featured Historical Interpreter - Michele Gabrielson
-Professional Historical Interpreter since 1992
-Portrays key Revolutionary figures John Adams, Paul Revere, Dr. Joseph Warren, Master Oliver
- Award-winning educator and historical interpreter
-Specializes in 18th-century printing, chocolate, and Mercy Otis Warren
-Secretary for the Mercy Otis Warren Society
-Founder of The Revolutionary Classroom, an interactive mobile education program
-2024 Rising Star Award for Public Programming by the Massachusetts History Alliance
-Finalist for the 2024 Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year
-2025 Outstanding History Teacher of the Year Award
-2025 Fred Graham Award for Excellence in Teaching
Has Performed at Major Historic Institutions:
Adams National Historical Park
Minute Man National Historical Park
John F. Kennedy Library & Museum
The Paul Revere House
Boston Tea Party Museum
Boston’s Old South Meeting House & Old State House
Includes audience Q&A for deeper engagement
Program length: 45 minutes + Q&A
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