Karen Rinaldo is a Cape Cod artist who is nationally recognized for her commission of “The First Thanksgiving, 1621” which is currently exhibited at Pilgrim Hall Museum in Plymouth. She is a noted visual historian for her accurate portrayals of moments in history.

From the Midnight Ride to Revolution: An Artistic Journey

April 25, 2025

Kevin M. Doyle and Karen Rinaldo

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After telling the tale of The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow ended his epic poem with the words, “The rest you know from the books you have read.” But in case you haven’t read books about the battles at Lexington and Concord, Cape Cod artist Karen Rinaldo will sum it up for you in a single piece of art, currently on display at the Concord Museum.

Loveday Lockets Highlight a Treasured Tradition

From November 8 through the holidays, Loveday Boutique will showcase hand crafted contemporary lockets from 14 artisans, alongside a selection of vintage finds. These modern heirlooms are created with a range of materials, including precious metals, diamonds and gemstones, walnut wood, and Formica veneer. “Lockets can open a conversation and create meaningful connections,” said Kirsten Ball, owner of Loveday Boutique. “I often wear my grandmother’s locket, which holds a photograph of her inside it. When I’m wearing it, I feel her comforting presence.”

Karen Rinaldo

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From the Midnight Ride to Revolution: An Artistic Journey