Nahant Historical Society

An annual favorite containing memorable
views of Nahant and its people.
Illustrations include:
Nahant wharf postcard, ca. 1910; East Point winter storm, 1940s; wreck of the Alsatian 1896; 1976 Junior High Girl's Basketball team; Turn-of-the-Century rambles about town; police officers marching in 1972 Memorial Day Parade; Valley Road School then and now; 1915 view of Curlew Beach; Wreck of the Jennifer James, 1979; watching the Dory Club Regatta; Sea Scouts and Mariners, 1960s; Frances H. Johnson family gathers for Thanksgiving, 1905; Bass Point Boat Yard 1966; golfing in 1904; fishing catch on Pond Beach ca. 1905; military activity on Bailey's Hill.
 
Note: Past year's calendars, if available, $5.

The product of over a decade of research into Nahant’s vibrant past, this softbound volume captures the story of everyday Americans, the people of Nahant, Massachusetts's smallest town, trying valiantly to deal with the impact of the Civil War and its aftermath. High-quality photographs and in-depth information make this book a wonderful learning tool. Most importantly, this book demonstrates eloquently and universally its theme, not mere storytelling but an example, showing the reader that war is a test of character not only for the soldiers but those at home who care for the veterans and their families during and long after the conflict has ended.
 
Written by Steven C. Eames, professor of history at Mount Ida College.

This lovely CD contains Nahant-related music such as the Nahant Waltz and the Sea Serpent Polka. The music, produced by Spare Parts and reconstructed from sheet music in the archives of the Nahant Historical Society, has been enjoyed at the annual Nahant Victorian Day Ball, run by Katy and Ben Bishop, for over a decade. A special favorite is The Nahant Quadrille, which has had all 5 dance figures reconstructed by Dr. Patri J. Pugliese.

In sets of 4 featuring four different color views of Nahant from our extensive postcard collection. Laminated for ease in cleaning.

Many talented Nahant photographers gave their images to form this limited collage of charming and inviting views.

Selections from the writings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
 
Read by renowned lecturer Dr. Layne Longfellow with music by award-winning composer Michael Hoppe. Illustrated edition.

Softback reprint of the 1996 edition brought back by popular demand! This book is brimming with rare photographs and his superb illustrations, this history of Nahant's military coastal installations is a powerful depiction of how our tiny town helped to protect Massachusetts Bay from 1886 to 1960s.
 
Written by Gerald W. Butler, Captain, Massachusetts State Guard, retired

This lovely book offers an opportunity to learn about the wondrous pebbles that abound on Nahant beaches. Proceeds benefit the Society and the Nahant Public Library.
 
Written by Daniel deStefano and Robert Risch

This book is a rare glimpse into the personal and business life of a little known but vital early 19th American entrepreneur who pioneered refrigeration using ice long before electricity was harnessed.
 
Written by Stanley Paterson and Carl Seaburg and edited by Alan Seaburg

This great book is awash with oceanographic information as well as interviews with Nahant's seamen. Lots of interesting local lore, proceeds benefit the Society and the Nahant Public Library.
 
Written by Joseph Ayers and Robert Risch

Limited edition, handcrafted in an uncommon color by Pairpoint, this cup plate honors the long tradition of service by Nahant firefighters and Nahant's own 19th century fire engine, “Eagle.”

This book details the History of the Nahant & Lynn Street Railway Company.
 
Written by Nahant residents Suzanne Hamill and Ken Wilkie.

This lavishly illustrated volume details 300 years of Nahant's rich and varied history, from its days as a cow pasture to the blizzard of '78.
 
Written by Stanley Paterson and Carl Seaburg, designed by Norman La Liberte. Hardcover, 432 pages, published in 1991.

Wrap yourself in history... Nahant historic sites woven of 100% cotton in pleasing Cranberry and Cream.

“Did You See That One, Henry?” is a unique and beautifully illustrated guide to wildflowers in Nahant.
 
Written and illustrated by Dan deStefano.

Historic views in 24 detachable postcards. "Glimpses of the Past" also contains several pictures and early maps of Nahant that are included on the outside and inside covers.

These note cards are beautifully printed line drawings of the Egg Rock Lighthouse, the Lifesaving Station, the Public Library, Tudor Wharf and Steamship.
 
By Kenneth Wilkie and Lucy Doane.

These note cards are from a 19th century Longfellow poetry book in our collection that shows an engraving of Egg Rock.