James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell, MA

For a quarter of a century, including twenty-three consecutive years in the Senate from 1851 until his death (which encompassed a three-year absence as he recovered from his caning injuries), it was Charles Sumner–not Lincoln, not William Lloyd Garrison, not Frederick Douglass, Lydia Maria Child, or anyone else–who was the nation’s most passionate, vociferous, unrelenting, […]

Live Program at 8 pm with Artist Marcia Ballou, Author Tracy Sierra (Nightwatching), Pianist Lenny Williams, and singer and Executive Director Megan Ward. Cash Bar – Silent Auction – Sampler Program – Hors D’oeuvres – Birthday Cake. The evening will also kick-off the James’ online Auction of Wishes. $10. Admission. Purchase Tickets Here.

Artist Marcia Ballou returns to The James with an all-new body of vibrant, exciting work. INSPIRATION – On a sparkling summer day, I was sitting on a bench in my field enjoying the bright light and beautiful summer flowers when a dance of nature appeared before my eyes. A swarm of dragonflies was diving, circling and […]

May the Fourth be with you! Bring your young Padawan Learner to The James for a Jedi Knight Training! Your child will be led through a series of challenges including Jedi Force Magic, the Laser Balloon Barrage, Jedi Teamwork Training, and of course, Lightsaber Dueling. Recommended for ages 3-11 and limited to 35 children and […]

Pianist Einav Yarden is praised for her “imagination and exceptionally vivid playing…sense of immense majesty, tempered by gentleness and quiet grace” (The Washington Post, USA), and “glistening rapture…ingenious humor” (Tagesspiegel, Germany). She has been regularly presented in recital at important venues around the world and as soloist with orchestras including the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin […]

Looking for something fun to do during spring break? Join us at the James for an indoor round of mini golf. The entire building will be transformed into a 10-hole mini golf course with greens and holes winding through the stacks, around the art gallery, and through the concert hall. Everything is provided, including clubs, […]

Showcasing the best in local and regional art. Opening Reception: March 22, 2024 | 6:00-8:00pm On View March 22 Through April 27, 2024 Painting by Bonnie Hobbs Sponsored by the Frame Center and the Cordelia Family Foundation, the Norwell Chamber of Commerce, and the Hanover, Marshfield, Norwell, and Scituate Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by […]

Puerto Rican saxophonist, pianist, and composer Edmar Colón explores the connections between the West African musical heritage in the Americas and the idiosyncrasies of classical music from Europe and beyond. By amplifying the similarities of these and other musical traditions, Colón achieves a distinctive homogenous blend of sounds, textures, and rhythms in his original work.  […]

The year is 1815, and Miss Austen has just returned from a visit to the Prince Regent’s London residence. The honor of this invitation prompts her to reminisce about the events that led the daughter of a country clergyman to a position of such notoriety. She shares her thoughts and feelings about her novels and […]