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The Object of History

The Object of History

Tone
Inquisitive, Reflective, Explanatory
Format
Interview
Average duration
30–45 min

The extraordinary collections of the MHS tell the story of America through millions of rare and unique documents, artifacts, and irreplaceable national treasures. Each episode of the podcast takes you on a behind the scenes tour of that vast collection. If you are someone who loves to learn about history through material objects and manuscripts, then this podcast is for you.

Hosted by:
Kanisorn Wongsrichanalai, Cassie Cloutier, Katy Morris, Lauren Gray
Produced by:
Massachusetts Historical Society
Years released:
2021–present
Apple Podcasts Spotify Website

Episodes

  • The "King of Terrors": Smallpox in the American Revolution

    February 15, 2026S5, E244 min
    inoculationsmallpoxBoston

  • The Branded Hand

    January 15, 2024S3, E336 min
    abolitionismphotographyJonathan Walker

  • "Holding the Atlantic World In His Mouth": George Washington and the Culture of Teeth

    November 15, 2023S3, E133 min
    painteethGeorge Washington

  • The Roots of Liberty?

    July 15, 2023S2, E938 min
    Liberty Tree

  • The Many Lives of the Lusitania Medal

    April 15, 2022S1, E930 min
    RMS Lusitania
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