About Me

Growing up in a small New England town with a mother who was an antiquarian it was inevitable that I would be exposed to old things. After graduating from UMass/Amherst I lived in Connecticut, taught school, married, and raised three children in suburbia. A move to Newburyport MA renewed my interest in all things old. This background has now evolved into research, writing, consulting and all the things I love to do.

Prudence Fish

Monday, August 21, 2017

ANNOUNCEMENT

ABBOTT LOWELL CUMMINGS

On June 20th I reported the death of Abbott Lowell Cummings, a man who was an inspiration to those of us who are dedicated to the study and well being of early houses. Here is your opportunity to express your appreciation for his tremendous contribution to the history of New England houses.


https://prudencefish.blogspot.com/2017/06/abbott-lowell-cummings-mentor-to-many_20.html



A MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR ABBOTT LOWELL CUMMINGS

Thursday
October 12, 2017
3:00 P.M.

Old West Church
131 Cambridge Street
Boston
(next door to the Harrison Gray Otis House)

Reception to follow at
The Colonial Society of Massachusetts
87 Mount Vernon Street

A trolley will be available to shuttle participants up Beacon Hill
to the Colonial Society

For further information:
Donald Friary
978-745-0184

2 comments:

  1. Hello Prudence, Of course I won't be able to attend, but I am glad this honor is being held for someone who did so much for this field, and upheld such high standards of quality.
    --Jim

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  2. Congratulations on this exciting new chapter! It’s always wonderful to see a passion project evolve, and your dedication to local history, architecture, and preservation continues to be both inspiring and important. Your writing has not only educated readers but also reminded us of the deep emotional connections we share with the spaces around us. I’m sure whatever this announcement leads to will only deepen that impact. Change—especially when driven by purpose—is such a powerful thing. Wishing you all the best as you move forward, and I’ll be eagerly following along. And if your journey ahead involves any kind of home transformation, R for Remodelers could be the perfect partner. They’re experts at honoring the past while thoughtfully creating for the future. Looking forward to more stories, reflections, and updates from your thoughtful and passionate voice!

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