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Wellesley Historical Society hosts Pulitzer Prize winner at Spring Gala

May 25, 2025 by Deborah Brown

The Wellesley Historical Society celebrated 250 years since the American Revolution—and 100 years of the Wellesley Historical Society—at this year’s Spring Gala in early May at the Wellesley Country Club. Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson shared insights from his latest book, The Fate of the Day, the latest in his acclaimed Revolution Trilogy. All enjoyed a night of conversation, community, and celebration at the annual fundraising—and fun—event.

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From left, Wellesley Historical Society president Peter Mongeau; Beth Hinchcliff, White House speechwriter to President George H.W. Bush; and guest speaker Rick Atkinson.

 

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Michael Racette, Andrew Komjathy, Jonathan Page, Peter Mongeau, Bill Mordan, Fred Wright, Stephen Pfaf, Vincent Mayer, William Ellis

 

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Judy Harrington; Jenn Madden; Faith Ellis, executive director of the Wellesley Historical Society; Marian Pruslin; Maura Shoulkin; Ria Stolle

 

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No sooner was the Gala in the books, the Historical Society held a special gathering at the Tollhouse to mark a leadership transition. Taylor Kalloch (second from left) was honored for her 14 years of dedicated service as executive director. Welcomed as the next executive director was  Faith Ellis (second from right). Also pictured: Robin Laurinec, WHS exhibit manager (left); Bill Mordan, WHS treasurer (back); Peter J. Mongeau, WHS president (right).

 


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