What’s in a Name? Boston Place Names as Signposts to History

When:
Wednesday, May 03, 2023 5:30p -
7:00p

Where:
CCAE Online
42 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Admission:
$50

Hosted by:
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ccae Cambridge Center for Adult Education

Categories:
Art, Classes

Event website:
https://ccae.org/classes/offering/3654/whats-in-a-name-boston-place-names-as-signposts-to-history-online-new

So often we don’t really think about what’s behind the names of our streets, neighborhoods and landmarks. But let’s do so together! These names reflect people and events that have shaped Boston. In this illustrated talk, we’ll virtually travel around the city and delve into some of the names that mark our street signs, buildings, and other places of note. History will come alive in ways that enrich our sense of place and illuminate connections between the past and present. Instructor: Elizabeth Merrick


This class will meet online using Zoom. The Zoom link and information on how to join will be emailed to you. Please also check your spam folder.

 

Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE) offers online and in-person classes in subjects including World Languages, Visual Arts, Food & Wine, Humanities, Performing Arts, Life & Wellness, & Business & Technology. All upcoming classes can be found at ccae.org.

 

View CCAE’s virtual catalog at https://issuu.com/cambridgecenter/docs/ccae_spring_2023_catalog_final_jan_26_1_?fr=sNDc3NjM4MjM1


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