Biography of Horace Moses Presentation

Biography of Horace Moses Presentation

Sunday February 22nd at 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Parking: Chester Railway Museum, 10 Prospect Street, Chester, MA 01011

Our 2026 Educational series continues with a historical presentation

Join special guest Bob Kidd with 70+ years as a registered Scout wondering and working “Woronoak Heights”,author of four local histories including a biography of H. A. Moses. Come learn about the fascinating history of Moses’ early life in Ticonderoga, NY and the construction of the Mittineague West Springfield mill with expansion into Woronoco, Russell, MA with his concerns for social welfare of his workers and their community needs. He was “The Gentleman Farmer” and Host at Woronoak Heights, the community and youth organizer including: the Eastern States Movement, Hampden County Improvement League, Big E, Farmers’ Exchange, 4-H, YMCA, Jr. Achievement, and more. Also learn about his philanthropic endeavors locally and in Ticonderoga, NY. And finally… his passing, Testimonials and Tributes.

All events are free for our members; but all are welcome and donations are appreciated. Suggested donation $15. Registration is not required.

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Mission Statement: Western Mass Hilltown Hikers, Inc. is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes to engage in all legal activities relating to the development, maintenance and operation of historical properties and tours, recreational hiking and outdoor adventure in Western Massachusetts. Western Mass Hilltown Hikers, Inc. provides monthly, guided group tours of historical hiking destinations in various locations of Western Massachusetts. We also provide volunteer trail maintenance for trails, maintain our historic conserved properties and provide educational presentations to other civic groups, non-profit organizations, libraries and schools. We are a non-profit 501C(3) organization incorporated in the State of Massachusetts. Tax ID #86-2532249

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