SOLD OUT - A second date has been added -- October 25.  This summer, BCHS presented Strange Fancies, an exploration of Pittsfield ghost lore, the supernatural influences on Herman Melville’s imagination, and the ghostly experiences reported at the Moby-Dick author’s former home led by Robert Oakes. The tale continues this fall  at the Country Club of Pittsfield. Once known as Broadhall, this building was the home of Melville’s friend, fellow writer Sarah Morewood, whom Melville often visited while he lived at…

This summer, BCHS presented Strange Fancies, an exploration of Pittsfield ghost lore, the supernatural influences on Herman Melville’s imagination, and the ghostly experiences reported at the Moby-Dick author’s former home led by Robert Oakes. The tale continues this fall  at the Country Club of Pittsfield. Once known as Broadhall, this building was the home of Melville’s friend, fellow writer Sarah Morewood, whom Melville often visited while he lived at Arrowhead.  And some say he may still be calling. Indeed, both Melville’s…

The Berkshire County Historical Society  welcomes you to a special series of fund-raising readings featuring four authors with strong ties to the Berkshires. The readings take place in Herman Melville’s historic study where he wrote Moby-Dick inspired by his view of Mount Greylock. Following the readings, guests can interact with the authors while enjoying tea, hot toddies and a selection of sweets. In-person seating for this cozy afternoon is limited; all proceeds benefit BCHS restoration, education, and preservation programs.  November 9…

This special presentation of the first screen adaptation of Herman Melville’s epic novel Moby-Dick includes an introduction by Professor Richard Matturro. The iconic 1926 silent film stars John Barrymore and Dolores Costello and was directed by Millard Webb. The film, despite taking liberties with Melville’s source material, was a major commercial success and one of the highest grossing films of 1926. This is a rare opportunity to see this film on the big screen at the Beacon Cinema in downtown…

The Berkshire County Historical Society  welcomes you to a special series of fund-raising readings featuring four authors with strong ties to the Berkshires. The readings take place in Herman Melville’s historic study where he wrote Moby-Dick inspired by his view of Mount Greylock. Following the readings, guests can interact with the authors while enjoying tea, hot toddies and a selection of sweets. In-person seating for this cozy afternoon is limited; all proceeds benefit BCHS restoration, education, and preservation programs.  November 23…

The Berkshire County Historical Society  welcomes you to a special series of fund-raising readings featuring four authors with strong ties to the Berkshires. The readings take place in Herman Melville’s historic study where he wrote Moby-Dick inspired by his view of Mount Greylock. Following the readings, guests can interact with the authors while enjoying tea, hot toddies and a selection of sweets. In-person seating for this cozy afternoon is limited; all proceeds benefit BCHS restoration, education, and preservation programs.  December 7…