Joan Baez: A Life of Music, Art, and Activism showcases a variety of items from the life and artistry of Joan Baez. As a singer/songwriter, Baez occupies a singular space in history, but her body of work extends into many facets of creativity, including poetry and visual art. Her … [Read more...]
Tom Rush Papers added to The U Mass Special Collections
Wonderful news! The Tom Rush papers are being processed at Robert S. Cox Special Collections & University Archives Research Center. Here is the collection overview, an entry point for the collection. The materials are on hand. The next step will be processing. At that time, … [Read more...]
Folk New England Founder Betsy Siggins Receives a Lifetime Achievement Award
We are thrilled that Betsy was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance. The Northeast Folk Alliance focuses on serving, strengthening, and engaging the Northeast regional folk music community. Their mission is to provide … [Read more...]
Jim Kweskin presented with a Folk New England Lifetime Achievement Award
Interim Chair Jim Rooney and Founder Betsy Siggins presented Jim Kweskin with a Folk New England Lifetime Achievement Award last February at a sold-out concert produced by FNE Executive Director Brian Quinn at the Arlington Theater. In addition to the many talented members of … [Read more...]
Betsy Siggins Inducted into the Hall Of Fame
In 2019, the Boch Center in Boston launched the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame (FARHOF), Boston’s newest cultural and educational initiative. It celebrates the lifeblood of America’s musical and cultural heritage. Led by legendary musicians and music executives including Keb … [Read more...]
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