James T Powers
  • Seeking the Past Historical Consulting
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      • Follow the Falls Project, Essex, CT
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        • Interview with the Guilford Courier & New London Day
        • Interview with the New Haven Register
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    • Groton Television Interview About Saving the Farm
    • Audio Edition Now Available
    • Special Promotion from Homebound Publications
  • Past Event and Reading Schedule
    • Book Signing at Breakwater Books March 16th
    • Reading at the Guilford Free Library, March 26, 2013
    • New England Authors: Reading May 18, 2013
    • Reading and Signing at RJ Julia's Book Seller May 7th
    • Reading at Essex Books, Centerbrook, Ct May 19th
    • Wallingford Public Library, June 10, 2013
    • Readings the Fall of 2013
    • Reading at the Totoket Historical Society
    • Upcoming Winter Readings and Events
  • New England Independent Book Sellers Nomination
  • The Dudley Farm Web Page
  • Saving the Farm; A Journey through Time, Place, and Redemption
  • Shadows Over Dawnland

Historical Research Services

The mission of Seeking the Past Historical Consulting is to bring a greater understanding and appreciation of local history to property owners, the public and local educational institutions.

We specialize in:
  • The Architectural and Biographical History of Historic Properties.
 Also:
  • Development of Educational Units based on Local History.
  • Assistance of Local Historical Societies in research and educational projects.

Development of Educational Units based on Local History.


Every local community is unique and has stories to tell about their past.  The problem is how to integrate those stories into the local school curriculum especially with the growing academic pressures all systems face.  


By making local history relevant and meaningful for students they can appreciate their shared past.  Students can develop a sense of place and an understanding of what makes their community unique.
 
SERVICES OFFERED:
 
  • Every Community has Stories to Tell
    • What are the stories from the past
    • What stories best fit within the local and state Social Studies Guidelines
 
  • Work with local historical resources
    • Develop appropriate lessons
    • Develop a working relationship between local historical organizations and school systems
 
Assistance of Local Historical Societies in Research and
Educational Projects.


Every historical organization would like to improve how they bring history of their community to the public.  Seeking the Past Historical Consulting can assist in that important mission.
 
SERVICES OFFERED:
 
  • Work together with the local history organization
    • Analyze resources
    • Discuss what story might be told
 
  • Suggest possible programs that can be developed
    • Based on resources available
    • Staff and volunteer availability
 
  • Assist in the Development of Program to be offered.

Contact  Information:
jpowers1741@gmail.com
860-967-7103

 
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