The Sutton Historical Society, in partnership with the Sutton Senior Center, will host two upcoming events focused on local history and community involvement.

On Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 1:30 p.m., Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor park rangers will present an interactive program at the Sutton Senior Center, 19 Hough Road. The presentation will highlight how individuals can assist in transcribing Revolutionary War Pension Records as part of the nationwide America 250 initiative, which aims to make these historic documents searchable for the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop or tablet, though it is not required, and volunteers can complete transcription work from home. The program is open to the public, and participants do not need to be Sutton residents to attend. 

The Historical Society will also host a Coffee Hour on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center, inviting residents to share memories of Sutton’s past parades. With planning underway for Sutton’s Living Timeline Parade on June 2, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Organizers are seeking input to help recreate activities from earlier celebrations. The June event is planned as an all-day celebration featuring a parade, performers, craft vendors, food trucks, fireworks, and more. Community members are invited to enjoy coffee and refreshments while contributing their memories to the upcoming milestone celebration. More information about the parade is available at TheSuttonFourth.org. 

Additional information about Sutton Historical Society events and membership opportunities can be found at Sutton1704.org.