14 Movies That Will Make You Feel Extra Patriotic This July 4th

Favorites such as "Apollo 13," "Lincoln," "Hamilton," "Glory" and "Top Gun" are sure to give you all the patriotic feels this 4th of July.

What's New On Netflix: July 2021

Get the full list of movies and TV shows on Netflix this month, including the "Fear Street" trilogy and the return of "Never Have I Ever."

'F9: The Fast Saga' Revvs Up On The Big Screen

Vin Diesel leads the returning cast of "F9: The Fast Saga," the ninth installment in the "Fast and Furious" movie franchise.

Old North Church & Historic Site Honors Independence Day Weekend

The Old North Church Celebrates Independence Day Weekend With Paul Revere Readings, Live Music & Book Signing featuring Sculptor Nancy Schön

Father's Day 2021: 12 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling dad-centric films will entertain the whole family on Father's Day.

State Library Of Massachusetts Shares 'The Controversy Of Outside Sections'

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Movie Reviews: 'In The Heights' And 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway'

Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera star in "In The Heights," while James Corden returns for the sequel, "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway."

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Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Joseph Bagley At State Library Of Massachusetts

Boston’s Oldest Buildings and Where to Find Them by Joseph M. Bagley.

Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Joseph Bagley At State Library Of Massachusetts

Boston’s Oldest Buildings and Where to Find Them by Joseph M. Bagley.

Get Your Own Copy Of William Bradford's 'Of Plimoth Plantation' At State Library Of Massachusetts

The State Library of Massachusetts works very hard to make primary sources available to as many people as possible.

Souvenir Of New England's Great Resorts In State Library Of Massachusetts

Railroad tickets may be procured in the hotel, and all arrangements for baggage, car seats, lunches, etc. will be attended to if desired.

Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Dr. Jarvis R. Givens At State Library Of Massachusetts

Carter G. Woodson and the Art of Black Teaching by Dr. Jarvis R. Givens, in conversation with Dr. Kim Parker.

Copies Of William Bradford's 'Of Plimoth Plantation' Are Still Available At State Library Of Massachusetts

A Facsimile Edition of the Original Manuscript Published in Collaboration with Plimoth Patuxet Museums.

June Friends Of The Library NEWSBrief At State Library Of Massachusetts

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Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Joseph Bagley At State Library Of Massachusetts

Boston’s Oldest Buildings and Where to Find Them by Joseph M. Bagley.

Old North Church Virtual Tour

Old North Church & Historic Site Offers Virtual Tour and Exploration of National Landmark on Wednesday June 9th.

7 Best War Movies To Watch This Memorial Day Weekend

This weekend, check out this list of war films including "The Hurt Locker," "Lone Survivor" and "Patton" that will leave you breathless.

Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Dr. Jarvis R. Givens At State Library Of Massachusetts

Fugitive Pedagogy: Carter G. Woodson and the Art of Black Teaching by Dr. Jarvis R. Givens, in conversation with Dr. Kim Parker.

Join Us For Our Next Virtual Author Talk With Skip Finley In State Library Of Massachusetts

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Movie Reviews: 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' And 'Army Of The Dead'

Angelina Jolie plays a smokejumper in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," while Dave Bautista plays a former zombie mercenary in "Army of the Dead."

Join Us For Next Virtual Author Talk With Skip Finley At State Library Of Massachusetts

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Mother's Day 2021: 17 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling mom-centric films will entertain the whole family on Mother's Day.

What's New On Netflix: May 2021

Josh Duhamel and Leslie Bibb star as superheroes in "Jupiter's Legacy." Amy Adams plays the title character in "The Woman in the Window."

State Library Of Massachusetts Share 'Star-Gazing In Massachusetts: Now And Then'

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State Library Of Massachusetts Shares May Friends Of The Library NEWSBrief

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State Library Of Massachusetts Shares Sagittarius's Letters And Political Speculations: Boston, 1775

The featured item is Sagittarius's Letters and Political Speculations, written by John Mein.

View Our State Library Of Massachusetts Exhibits

We invite you to browse these interesting and colorful exhibits online.

Movie Reviews: 'Without Remorse' And 'Percy Vs Goliath'

Michael B. Jordan plays a man seeking vengeance in "Without Remorse," while Christopher Walken plays a prairie farmer in "Percy Vs Goliath."

State Library Of Massachusetts Shares 'Come In' And Learn More About Them In Our New Blog

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State Library Of Massachusetts Shares April Friends Of The Library NEWSBrief

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State Library Of Massachusetts Shares Map Of Boston And Environs, 1905

In addition to identifying important landmarks and locations, the map provides a good deal of additional illustrative details.

State Library Of Massachusetts Announces Join Us For A Virtual Author Talk With Tobey Pearl

'On her book: Terror to the Wicked: America's First Trial by Jury That Ended a War and Helped to Form a Nation.'

State Library Of Massachusetts Want To Know Who's Who In Libraries In Massachusetts?

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State Library Of Massachusetts Shares This Week's Collection Rediscovery: Photographs Of Old Boston

Find out more by checking out our new Blog on: Old Photographs of Boston and our Flickr set.

Wearin Of The Green In Boston: Read About St. Patrick's Day In Our New Blog

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Join State Library Of Massachusetts For A Virtual Author Talk With Carla Gardina Pestana

On her book: The World of Plymouth Plantation

State Library Of Massachusetts Exercises At The Ceremony Of Unveiling And Dedication Of The Monument To Crispus Attucks And Samuel Maverick

This month our Collection Spotlight is an item in honor of the anniversary of the Boston Massacre, which occurred on March 5, 1770.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share Still Available, Copies Of William Bradford's 'Of Plimoth Plantation'

All history enthusiasts will find interesting Of Plimoth Plantation’s first-hand account of Plymouth Colony’s founding 400 years ago.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share March Friends Of The Library NEWSBrief

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State Library Of Massachusetts Share Still Available, Copies Of William Bradford's 'Of Plimoth Plantation'

All history enthusiasts will find interesting Of Plimoth Plantation’s first-hand account of Plymouth Colony’s founding 400 years ago.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share Join Us For A Virtual Author Talk With Anna Malaika Tubbs On February 23

The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation by Anna Malaika Tubbs.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share Learn More About The First Lady Of Roxbury, Melnea Cass

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Join State Library Of Massachusetts For A Virtual Author Talk With Anna Malaika Tubbs On February 23, 2021

A Virtual Author Talk With Anna Malaika Tubbs Tuesday, February 23, 2021—6:00 p.m. EST on Zoom.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share February Friends Of The Library NEWSBrief

Join us for a virtual Author Talk on February 2 at 7:00 p.m.

State Library Of Massachusetts Share Address Of William H. Lewis, Assistant Attorney General Of The United States, February 12, 1913

Lewis was a graduate of Amherst College and Harvard Law School, and was also an accomplished college football athlete and coach.

State Library Of Massachusetts Shares Article

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Join Us For A Virtual Author Talk With Dan Morain On February 2 At State Library of Massachusetts!

Kamala’s Way: An American Life by Dan Morain, in conversation with Liz Goodwin.

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A Furious Sky: The Five-Hundred-Year History of America's Hurricanes by Eric Jay Dolin

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