Historical Society of Watertown & WFPL present Birth of Rock and Roll: Songs That Defined an Era

Sunday, November 1, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Raya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor) — 123 Main St., Watertown, MA

Come join us for this entertaining and enlightening program that will take you back to one of the greatest musical eras in American history. Enjoy video presentations of such artists as Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, the Everly Brothers, Fats Domino, Bo Diddley, the Coasters and Dion and the Belmonts. Author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin will discuss the impact these rock and roll pioneers made on society and pop culture. He will also challenge attendees with trivia questions. There will be time for questions. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled program. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Watertown Community Foundation. For more information on the Historical Society of Watertown, visit their website . -- The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events.

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