The Robbins House Director Elon Cook on HuffPost Live

The Robbins House Director Elon Cook doubles as Program Manager at the Center for Reconciliation in Providence, Rhode Island.

Originally posted on HuffPost Live

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Thanks to everyone who came out to just stop by or

Thanks to everyone who came out to just stop by or help draw on the Ellen upstander mural today. Look for an exhbit of the five murals sometime in the spring at the house.

Also, did you know we are open one more weekend this season? If you haven't had time to come by this year, or if you just can't resist learning just a little bit more about Ellen Garrison, now is the time. We will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11-4 pm. Come by and say hello!

Missed drawing on the Ellen mural in October? You

Missed drawing on the Ellen mural in October? You are in luck! Come by Monument Square on Wednesday, October 23 from 3-5 pm! Draw yourself as an upstander and learn a little bit about Ellen Garrison!

Come honor Susan Garrison and the women of the Con

Come honor Susan Garrison and the women of the Concord Female Anti-Slavery Society.

Thank you @kelliecarterjackson for speaking with o

Thank you @kelliecarterjackson for speaking with our community. We are honored.

Want to come and work for the museum? Of course yo

Want to come and work for the museum? Of course you do!

Job Posting: Website Content Creator & Social Media Manager
Robbins House Museum is seeking a creative and motivated individual to join our team as a Website Content Creator & Social Media Manager. The ideal candidate will have a passion for history, community engagement, and digital storytelling, with the ability to manage our online presence and attend key events to capture the spirit of Robbins House.
Key Responsibilities:
• Website Management: Regularly update and maintain the Robbins House website, ensuring content is current, engaging, and accessible.
• Social Media Strategy: Develop and implement social media campaigns across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) to promote events, programs, and the historical significance of Robbins House.
• Event Coverage: Attend 4 spring and summer events to capture live content (photos, videos, and stories) that can be used across digital platforms.
• Content Creation: Write compelling blog posts, event recaps, and other relevant content that showcases Robbins House’s mission and activities.
• Engagement: Monitor social media channels, engage with followers, and respond to comments to build a strong online community.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in website content management (preferably WordPress or similar platforms).
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and strategies for growing online audiences.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
• Basic graphic design or video editing skills are a plus.
• Interest in history, social justice, or museum studies is highly desirable.
Details:
• Part-time position with flexible hours.
• Must be able to attend 4 in-person events during spring and summer.
• Remote work with occasional travel for events.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and examples of previous social media and website work to info@robbinshouse.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Join us in preserving the legacy of Robbins House and bringing our story to the world!

Looking for something meaningful to do tonight? Co

Looking for something meaningful to do tonight? Come hear Kellie Carter Jackson's lecture on her new book, We Refuse and learn the ways in which Black Americans have fought white supremacy for generations. Sponosored by The Robbins House, the lecture starts at 730 pm tonight at First Parish, 20 Lexington Road, Concord.

"Freedom’s Silhouette" honors the enduring fight

"Freedom’s Silhouette" honors the enduring fight for freedom, drawing inspiration from the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and the lives of 19th-century Concord residents Henry David Thoreau and Ellen Garrison. The installation features two 6-foot-long benches with acrylic silhouettes of Thoreau and Garrison. The transparent acrylic allows viewers to see their own reflection alongside these historical figures, fostering a deep connection to Concord’s heritage and broader themes of justice and freedom.

Youth "Upstander" Art Project
Dates: Saturday, October 5 & Wednesday, October 23
Times: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (10/5) & 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (10/23)
Location: Monument Square, Concord MA
Rain Locations: 22 Monument Square (10/5) & Robbins House (10/23)

Presented by The Robbins House, this art project engages local youth in artmaking and dialogue about freedom and social justice. Explore Concord’s African American history and connect past struggles for equality with modern movements. Come make a mural with us!

Funding made possible from MCC and the Concord Center Cultural District.

The Robbins House, LWV C-C, TriCon Church, and Fir

The Robbins House, LWV C-C, TriCon Church, and First Parish of Concord host an evening with historian Kellie Carter Jackson! Wednesday, October 9th at 730 pm at First Parish of Concord, 20 Lexington Road. Free event, donations welcome

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