Tenacious Women: A History of Preservation in New England

About this event

At the forefront of New England's preservation movement were women bringing a passion for preservation to the communities where they lived. Yet, somehow, these tenacious women's history is often overlooked or lost from the record. This lecture will trace women's participation in preservation through the late 19th and early 20th centuries and elevate their contributions in preserving New England's history. Our speaker will be Elizabeth Paliga, who has been on the staff of Historic New England as the Senior Preservation Services Manager for Northern New England since 2021. Sponsored by the Brighton-Allston Historical Society and the Friends of the Faneuil Library. This lecture is held in honor of Brenda McSweeney, a long-time Brighton resident who passed away in March 2026. Brenda was a loyal board member of both the Historical Society and the Faneuil Friends, and was the main driving force behind the extensive work the Historical Society conducted on women's history through means such as public programs, exhibits, and a Women's Heritage Trail. This program highlighting the often-overlooked role women played in historic preservation is a fitting way to honor Brenda's legacy. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

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