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The Duston-Dustin Garrison House is turning the clock back Saturday and inviting the public to experience life in Colonial America.
In addition to a presentation of arms by the militia company, the Declaration of Independence will be read, crafters will show off colonial crafts and tours of the garrison house will be offered. The event is free.
Constructed with locally fired bricks, the Duston-Dustin Garrison House was built by brickmaker and stone mason Thomas Duston in 1697. It served as an outpost to protect colonists from attacks by the northern Abenaki natives. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as an example of First Period architecture.
The historic house’s Fourth Annual Muster takes place Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m., on the grounds of the museum at 665 Hilldale Ave., Haverhill.
This event is part of Haverhill’s coordinated America 250th activities during June and July, There’s more information at DustonDustinGarrisonHouse.org.