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SUMMARY:Lecture TONIGHT Hippies and Hard Hats: Meriden in the Viet Nam Era
DESCRIPTION:Step back into Meriden during the Viet Nam era—a time of protest\, factory shifts\, family kitchens\, and the Hanging Hills watching over it all. This lecture explores how the national tensions of the Vietnam War era were reflected in the community of Meriden\, Connecticut. Through stories of local residents\, veterans\, activists\, and workers\, it examines the cultural divide between the counterculture movement often associated with “hippies” and the more traditional working-class values represented by “hard hats.” Set against the backdrop of Meriden’s iconic Hanging Hills\, the presentation highlights how issues such as war\, protest\, patriotism\, social change\, and generational conflict shaped daily life in the city during the 1960s and 1970s. By connecting local experiences to broader national events\, the lecture provides a deeper understanding of how the Vietnam War era influenced Meriden’s history and identity.  Reserve your  seat HERE. \nFree to members.  $7 for adult non-members.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/lecture-tonight-hippies-and-hard-hats-meriden-in-the-viet-nam-era/
LOCATION:41 W Main Street Meriden\, CT\, 41 W Main Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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SUMMARY:Lecture TONIGHT From Silver to Service: Meriden in Two World Wars
DESCRIPTION:From Silver to Service: Meriden in Two World Wars explores how our city’s factories\, families\, and streets were shaped by wartime service and sacrifice.  This lecture explores how two global conflicts transformed the twentieth century while revealing the vital role one Connecticut community played in the war effort. Beginning with an overview of the causes\, major events\, and lasting impact of World War I and World War II\, the lecture places Meriden’s experience within the broader story of these defining conflicts. From the city’s renowned silver and manufacturing industries that supplied essential wartime materials to the thousands of local men and women who served in uniform and on the home front\, attendees will discover how Meriden’s citizens contributed to Allied victory.  Reserve your seat HERE. \nFree for members.  $7 for adult non-members.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/lecture-tonight-from-silver-to-service-meriden-in-two-world-wars/
LOCATION:41 W Main Street Meriden\, CT\, 41 W Main Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T183000
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SUMMARY:From War to Welcome: How 1898 Brought Puerto Rico to Meriden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “From War to Welcome: How 1898 Brought Puerto Rico to Meriden\,” an engaging exploration of how the Spanish–American War reshaped both Puerto Rico and Meriden in unexpected ways. This lecture traces the story from war and American expansion to the arrival of Puerto Rican families who helped transform Meriden’s neighborhoods\, industries\, culture\, and community life throughout the twentieth century. Through stories of migration\, resilience\, and identity\, we will uncover how a global conflict forged lasting local connections that continue to shape the Silver City today.  Save your seat HERE.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/from-war-to-welcome-how-1898-brought-puerto-rico-to-meriden/
LOCATION:41 W Main Street Meriden\, CT\, 41 W Main Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260723T183000
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SUMMARY:Factory to Frontline: Meriden in the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:From factory floors to training camps\, discover how Meriden workers\, families\, and soldiers experienced the war—at home and on the frontline.  During the Civil War era\, the city of Meriden emerged as an important center of  industry\, demonstrating how northern manufacturing supported the Union war effort. Known especially for its silver and metalworking factories\, Meriden produced a wide range of goods\, including military equipment\, for the war effort. \nParker Brothers was a major firearms manufacturer in Meriden during the Civil War era\, producing rifles and other weapons for Union forces. Founded by brothers Charles\, Edmund\, and Wilbur Parker\, the company became known for its precision engineering and high-quality gunmaking techniques. After the war\, Parker shifted its focus toward sporting firearms\, especially the famous Parker shotgun\, which became one of the most respected American double-barreled shotguns of the late 19th century. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/factory-to-frontline-meriden-in-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:41 W Main Street Meriden\, CT\, 41 W Main Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Meriden Historical Society":MAILTO:director@meridenhistsoc.org
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SUMMARY:Liberty in the Hanging Hills:  Meriden and the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:This lecture explores how a small but strategically situated New England community became intertwined with the broader struggle for American independence. Nestled among the rugged Hanging Hills\, Meriden’s landscape shaped both its economy and its role in the Revolutionary War\, from supplying goods and manpower to serving as a corridor for communication and movement. The lecture highlights the lives of local patriots\, the tensions between loyalists and revolutionaries\, and the ways ordinary residents experienced the upheaval of war. By blending regional geography with personal stories\, it reveals how the ideals of liberty took root not only in major cities but also in quieter towns whose contributions were vital to the revolutionary cause.  Reserve your seat HERE.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/liberty-in-the-hanging-hills-meriden-and-the-revolution/
LOCATION:41 W Main Street Meriden\, CT\, 41 W Main Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T183000
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SUMMARY:Meriden’s New Chapter: Stories of Todays’ Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:Since 2000\, Meriden\, Connecticut has quietly transformed into a vivid crossroads of cultures\, shaped by new waves of immigration that are redefining the city’s identity. This engaging lecture explores the people\, policies\, and personal stories behind that change—tracing how global migration trends have reshaped neighborhoods\, schools\, and local economies. Through data\, lived experiences\, and surprising insights\, discover how a small New England city reflects a much larger story about belonging\, resilience\, and the evolving American landscape.  Reserve your seat HERE.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/meridens-new-chapter-stories-of-todays-immigrants/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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SUMMARY:Crossroads of the Americas:  Latin American Immigration
DESCRIPTION:This lecture explores the evolving story of Latin American immigration to Meriden\, tracing the journeys\, challenges\, and contributions of communities that have reshaped the city’s cultural and economic landscape. From early migration waves to present-day neighborhoods\, we’ll examine how traditions\, labor\, language\, and identity intersect to create a vibrant local mosaic. By connecting personal stories with broader historical and policy contexts\, the talk highlights not just how Meriden has changed\, but how it continues to be redefined by resilience\, adaptation\, and cultural exchange. \nReserve your place to help us honor Meriden’s heritage and ensure its stories are passed on to future generations.
URL:https://meridenhistoricalsociety.org/event/crossroads-of-the-americas-latin-american-immigration/
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