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Explore Berkshire Museum's diverse collection and the many stories that stem from each item in a series of rich and informative segments with host Craig Langlois.

  1. Responsibility Behind The Lens: How Abraham Lincoln's Photographer Changed the Perception of War

    07/01/2020

    Responsibility Behind The Lens: How Abraham Lincoln's Photographer Changed the Perception of War

    What role does a photographer play in documenting wars or protests? Is it okay to stage a scene in order to present a clear, bold perspective? A photograph of Abraham Lincoln from our collection inspires a unique train of thought on recreating historical moments.

    5 min
  2. The Story Of Berkshire Museum

    06/24/2020

    The Story Of Berkshire Museum

    For over a hundred years, the Berkshire Museum has been an evolving community resource for the city of Pittsfield. Who were the key players in its early days and what impact did they have on both the physical building and the ideas it permeated?

    8 min
  3. Balsamarium and Hygiene in Ancient Rome

    06/17/2020

    Balsamarium and Hygiene in Ancient Rome

    In ancient Rome, regular visits to the bathhouse were hugely important and everyone was equipped their balsamarium - like this one! Dating back to between 1st and 4th century CE, this glass vessel was used to hold perfumes or oils in Roman culture.

    7 min
  4. Massachusetts Turtles: Snapping Turtle, Eastern Box Turtle, and Northern Red Belly Cooter

    06/09/2020

    Massachusetts Turtles: Snapping Turtle, Eastern Box Turtle, and Northern Red Belly Cooter

    What kinds of turtles live in Massachusetts? This episode examines the habitats, behavior, and protection of three turtle species found in our Aquarium: the snapping turtle, eastern box turtle, and northern red belly cooter.

    8 min
  5. How a Meteorite Inspired Glass Artist Josh Simpson

    06/03/2020

    How a Meteorite Inspired Glass Artist Josh Simpson

    Our 143lb watermelon-shaped meteorite from Canyon Diablo in Arizona sparks a conversation on space, chemistry, and tektite art with guest and glassblowing expert Josh Simpson.

    17 min
  6. 24. Double Date Delayed: A Photograph by Isabel Bishop

    05/21/2020

    24. Double Date Delayed: A Photograph by Isabel Bishop

    Isabel Bishop's etching Double Date Delayed (1948) exemplifies her style as a printmaker by capturing a slice of life in early twentieth century Manhattan. Educational Specialist Emma joins Craig to unpack this piece and discuss Bishop's boundary-pushing artistic choices.

    6 min
  7. 23. The Sawfish Rostrum with Kelcee Smith

    05/18/2020

    23. The Sawfish Rostrum with Kelcee Smith

    Kelcee L. Smith lends her expertise on the endangered sawfish species as she and Craig examine a rostrum from the museum's collection. Kelcee is a Biologist and PhD student at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge.

    10 min
  8. 22: The Penny Farthing Bicycle

    05/11/2020

    22: The Penny Farthing Bicycle

    Before bikes we had penny farthing bicycles! How were they different and where did their name come from? Listen to find out!

    7 min
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Explore Berkshire Museum's diverse collection and the many stories that stem from each item in a series of rich and informative segments with host Craig Langlois.

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