An exhibit room at the Needham Historical Society features what society director Gloria Greis refers to as "Needham's greatest hits."
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Join the Needham Historical Society for a reception to celebrate the opening of their new exhibit, "Free Soil—Free Men: Needham and the Civil War" on Saturday, May 19 at 4 p.m. There will be tours and refreshments.
In September 1862, 15 young men from Needham joined the 44th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry and shipped out to New Bern, NC for nine months’ service. Using letters, photos and memorabilia, "Free Soil—Free Men" looks at life in Needham at the start of the Civil War, how the town responded, and the experiences of some of its young soldiers.
