The Nashua Historical Society presents “In the Spirit of Friendship” Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Step back in time and converse with two of history's most influential writers of the Revolution, John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren. Explore how their friendship formed, deepened, and ultimately endured - despite political tensions. We'll focus on Mercy Otis Warren's History of the American Revolution and the political tensions it created.
Historical Interpreter - Michael Lepage
Professional Historical Interpreter since 1992
Portrays key Revolutionary figures: John Adams, Paul Revere, Dr. Joseph Warren, Master Oliver
Has Performed at Major Historic Institutions
Adams National Historical Park
Minute Man National Historical Park
John F. Kennedy Library & Museum
The Paul Revere House
Boston Tea Party Museum
Boston's Old South Meeting House & Old State House
Award-Winning Educator & Historical Interpreter-Michele Gabrielson
Specializes in 18th-century printing, chocolate, and Mercy Otis Warren
Secretary for the Mercy Otis Warren Society
Founder of The Revolutionary Classroom, an interactive mobile education program
Honors Include:
2024 Rising Star Award for Public Programming by the Massachusetts History Alliance
Finalist for the 2024 Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year
2025 Fred Graham Award for Excellence in Teaching
2025 Outstanding History Teacher of the Year Award by the DAR of Massachusetts
Program length 45 minutes + Q&A for deeper engagement