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2014 Partnership Grant
Recipients Announced!
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Math on the Merrimack, Amesbury High School
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Essex Heritage was pleased to announce the recipients of the 2014 Partnership Grants at its Annual Spring Meeting on April 30 at Gordon College in Wenham. Fifteen matching grants were awarded to organizations throughout Essex County, providing financial support to projects that encourage education, interpretation and preservation of the unique historic, cultural and natural resources within the Essex National Heritage Area. Learn more about the 2014 Partnership Grant recipients and their projects!
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National Heritage Areas
in Presidential Proclamation
In his proclamation marking National Park Week 2014, President Obama put the National Heritage Areas front and center! Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the National Heritage Areas Program, President Obama noted that "For decades, the National Heritage Areas Program has enabled our Nation to set aside places that define our shared history and that will help future generations understand what it means to be American." We couldn't agree more! Read the Proclamation.
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"I Heart Heritage" is a new interview series highlighting and celebrating Essex Heritage's diverse community of partners and supporters. To kick-off the campaign, we asked Mr. Jack Good, Essex Heritage's Board President, for his view of Essex Heritage and why he loves the Essex National Heritage Area. Read Jack's full interview!
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Along the Essex Coastal
Scenic Byway
The 90-mile coastal route from Lynn to Salisbury
Cape Ann Loop Study Completed
Initiated by Essex Heritage and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, a transportation planning study of the Rt. 127A/127 corridor in the communities of Gloucester and Rockport was recently completed by the Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization. MPO staff examined current conditions along a 15-mile section of the byway and made recommendations regarding enhanced safety, bicycle and pedestrian improvements and access to public transportation. Download study here (PDF).
Byway Sites Receive Partnership Grants
Several scenic byway communities, sites and resources will benefit from the recently announced Essex Heritage Partnership Grants. They include: Gloucester Adventure, The Highlands Coalition, Ipswich Historical Commission, Lynn Museum, Marblehead Museum, City of Newburyport, Salem Sound Coastwatch and the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission. Read more.
Scenic Byway on Social Media
Did you know the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway is on Facebook and Twitter? Head over to these sites today and "Like" or "Follow" us to keep up to date on all the news and happenings along this great stretch of road!
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Photo Safaris Start Soon!
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Riverbend Reservation
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Photographers of all levels are invited to capture these unique and stunning Heritage Area landscapes and historic sites using the latest camera gear from Tamron or Olympus, provided by Hunts Photo & Video, with guidance from Hunt's technical experts and visiting professional photographers! Check out the 2014 Photo Safari schedule.
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Trails & Sails Update
September 19-21 & 26-28, 2014
Submit Your Trails & Sails Events!
Do you want to bring new visitors to your site or build public awareness and audience for your cause, mission and organization? Then host a free, fun Trails & Sails event to give residents and visitors the chance to discover and experience your special place!
The Trails & Sails event submission website is officially open for business, and there is still time to plan and submit your event, or become an event host! The event submission deadline for the printed guide is June 20. Essex Heritage will print and distribute ~6,000 guides, so don't wait! Email Emily or call us at 978-740-0444 to get involved.
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Heritage Education Spotlight
Fox Hill's Recycling Rangers Project
Director of Fox Hill School in Danvers, Tricia Pini, and her staff have helping preschoolers become more aware of recycling in their school and the larger community. Using professional development training offered by Essex Heritage and the National Park Service, Tricia created a year-long project that involves multiple activities and engagement with community partners through which students learn to positively impact their environment. Read more about the Recycling Rangers Project.
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New Commissioners Elected
Essex Heritage elected 11 new Commissioners at its Spring Meeting on April 30. "Commissioners are ambassadors and advocates for this region," said CEO Annie C. Harris, "Essex Heritage is pleased to welcome 11 new Commissioners. We are grateful for their volunteer service and leadership in promoting regional cooperation among the Area's heritage organizations." Read on.
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Special Thanks to Our Corporate Members
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Essex Heritage & Featured Partner Events
Wednesday, May 21, 6 PM
Thursday, May 22, 7 PM
Saturday, May 24, 8:30 AM
Saturday, June 7, 8 AM
Thursday, June 12, 5 PM
And more...
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Heritage Happenings
Essex
Saturday, May 10
11 AM - 2 PM
Meet the Lamb Day
Friday, June 13, 5 - 9 PM
Annual Community House Block Party
Lawrence
Sunday, May 18, 9 AM
Newburyport
Friday, May 9, 6 - 9 PM
Spring Invitation Night
May 25 - 26
Spring Fest
North Andover
Sunday, May 11, 1 PM
Migratory Bird Walk
Sunday, June 1, 2 - 4 PM
1920s House Party
Rockport
Tuesday, May 13, 7:30 PM
The Changing Language of Artistic Expression
Saturday, May 17
10 AM - 5 PM
Motif No.1 Day
Salem
Wednesdays, May 14, 7 PM
Magnificent Men (and Women!) of the McIntire District
Thursday, May 15, 6:30 PM
Marine Invasive Species Workshop
Saturday, May 17, 10 AM
Centuries of Servants on Chestnut Street Walking Tour
Saturday, June 7
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News from the Essex National Heritage Area is a monthly electronic newsletter for members, non-members and site partners of Essex Heritage. Our mission is to raise the visibility of the Essex National Heritage Area and all its historic, cultural and natural resources, and promote our ongoing activities. Articles that are 150 words or less and fit the editorial scope of our newsletter may be submitted to Essex Heritage for publication. We reserve the right to select an article or portion of an article whose content is found appropriate and edit it for publication.
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