Hidden in the Pages: Conserving 300 years of the Dunbar Diary

Name: Hidden in the Pages: Conserving 300 years of the Dunbar Diary
Start: 2026-02-22T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-22T16:00:00-05:00
Location: 1400 Washington Street, Canton, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02021

Schedule

Sun Feb 22 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1400 Washington Street, Canton, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02021 | Canton, MA

Step back in time and witness the delicate art of preservation.This event highlights the incredible intersection of local history and modern science.
The Dunbar Diary Reborn: Be among the first to see the results of a state-of-the-art restoration of Parson Samuel Dunbar’s 18th-century diary. This meticulous project was made possible through a generous grant from Meet Boston, bringing new life to the Parson’s daily reflections.
We are offering a rare public viewing of Stoughton’s earliest town records. Beyond the viewing, join a vital discussion regarding our upcoming mission to conserve the final two volumes of these ancient documents.
Ever wonder how a crumbling page is saved? Our Expert Q&A session features a professional conservator who will explain the intricate processes of repairing historical leather, treating mold, and stabilizing paper that has survived for centuries.