Begun in 2010, this blog offers analysis and reflection by Susan Bailey on the life, works and legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her family. Susan is an active member and supporter of the Louisa May Alcott Society, the Fruitlands Museum and Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House.
I am pleased to present this guest post by Helen Batchelder -- she had the privilege of visiting the birthplace of Bronson Alcott. You can still sign up to attend Helen's two lectures on Alcott at the Fruitlands Museum - call 978-456-3924, ext. 291. Cost is $12 for members, $20 for non-members. * * * …
I am pleased to present this guest post by Laurel Langdon who has discovered the exact location of Bronson Alcott's birthplace. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Nagging question. Did anyone really know where Bronsons birthplace was? …
I just found this cool article about hidden historical treasures in Connecticut. Here's a tantalizing tidbit - makes me want to go and look for it: " 'There are abandoned graveyards in many towns. In Wolcott there’s a cemetery, hidden in brush, that is the final resting place of members of the Alcott family.' [says …