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Celebrate Spring with the Endecott Pear Tree, 4/13

April 13, 2011

Welcome spring on April 13, from 6 to 8 p.m., with an evening celebrating the Endecott Pear Tree, the oldest living fruit tree from colonial America, planted by Governor John Endicott almost 400 years ago!

Discover the rich history of the Endecott Pear Tree, look back at the Endecott garden of that period, review the ongoing preservation efforts and even order a scion of the tree. Remarks by Karen Krag, M.D., medical oncologist, and Tony Patton, M.D., emeritus member of the NSMC medical staff.

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April 13
6 to 8 p.m

102 Endicott Street
Danvers MA

Sponsored by the Mass General/North Shore Center for Outpatient Care
Danvers Historical Society
Essex National Heritage Area.