Boston had Isabella Stewart Gardner, and Fitchburg had Eleanor Norcross episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 4 MIN

Boston had Isabella Stewart Gardner, and Fitchburg had Eleanor Norcross

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In the early 1900s a female artist dreamed of creating a museum for her Massachusetts hometown. Now the Fitchburg Art Museum is shining a light on its founder’s legacy for its 100th anniversary. And to celebrate, they're offering free admission through 2029.

In the early 1900s a female artist dreamed of creating a museum for her Massachusetts hometown. Now the Fitchburg Art Museum is shining a light on its founder’s legacy for its 100th anniversary. And to celebrate, they're offering free admission through 2029.

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Boston had Isabella Stewart Gardner, and Fitchburg had Eleanor Norcross

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