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Andover 101: Andover Historical Society Offers Town History Lesson

Learn about Andover's history.

ANDOVER, MA — Did you know that 48 Andover people were accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692?

That's just one of the "unstuffy " historical facts you can learn during Andover 101 at 1 p.m. on May 7 at its office at 97 Main St.

Join the 250 people who have discovered Andover 101, an unstuffy one-hour introduction to the stories that contributed to creating the Andover we know today.

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Do you know where the Underground Railroad ran through Andover?

Or how Andover and North Andover got their names?

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Please join us as we share these stories and more in a fun and lively presentation that includes historic maps, photographs, and cultural artifacts from Andover's past.

Andover 101 is free of charge. Reserve your space today. Sessions fill quickly and space is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Call Andover Historical at 978-475-2236.

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