How much do you know about Squanto, the man behind the Thanksgiving myths? Take a new look at this old story in the video and transcript from our 2024 “Squanto: A Native Odyssey” book talk at congregationallibrary.org/video/squanto

Take a look a few of our new library acquisitions that are available for anyone to use in our reading room alongside our collection documenting the 400+ year history of Congregationalism.

Ready to make an appointment? Find all the info you need at https://congregationallibrary.org/visit

Early Congregational church records preserve stories that capture the rich complexity of community life, from the milestones of birth and death, to impassioned fights for justice, the anxieties of tragedy and war, and the many celebrations and controversies of everyday life.

When you’re looking for a home for your church’s archive, will repositories want those digital copies you’ve made of your records? And what should you do with the original items once you’ve made digital copies? (Spoiler: Keep them!)

A ghost story for Halloween that’s Cotton Mather approved. 👻

Looking for more Mather this spooky season? Explore our CLA Cotton Mather Bibliography at https://congregationallibrary.org/cotton-mather-bib

Is there a better time for some history of 17th century New England witchcraft than Halloween week? We think not. 🎃

“If you could banish one stereotype or misconception about the puritans, just wipe it away so you never had to hear it again. What would that be?”

Today we’re celebrating our Church Stewardship Initiative’s third anniversary! 🎂

So grab a party hat, check out all the previous CSI workshops on our YouTube channel, and join us as we work together to preserve your church’s memories for generations to come: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...