Dale Monette: Quabbin Then and Now - and Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

Quabbin, Then and Now

Dale Monette has taken DCR images from the Quabbin Reservoir archivesfrom the mid 1930s of the construction of the Quabbin Reservoir and recreated these photographs at the same location in present day settings. 

Come see how the houses and scenes looked during the construction period of the Quabbin compared to what it looks like now some 80 years later. Many never seen before images from the DCR Archives are included in this program. You will also see pictures of what everyday life was like living in the 4 Quabbin Valley towns that would soon be no more.  

Dale Monette has lived within a stone’s throw of the picturesque Quabbin Reservoir for most of his life. With a keen eye, incredible patience, and a deep knowledge of his subjects’ behavior, Monette captures the magic of the Quabbin and its wildlife through the lens of his camera. 

The presentation will follow a very brief Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Athol Public Library where we will vote for the officers of the Executive Board. This is an open meeting and members and non-members of the Friends are welcome to attend.  Inspired to become a Friend?  You can join before or after Dale’s talk (or any time you visit the library!)

As an old friend, new friend, or potential friend, we encourage you to attend this free program. 

Please register.

Free and open to the public.