Explore the history of true crime in New England, from colonial times to the modern era, from petty “crimes” such as breaking the Sabbath to the violence of robbery and murder. We will look into cases both cold and controversial, notorious and little-known. Sacco and Vanzetti – were they railroaded? Lizzie Borden – did she give her parents forty whacks, and if not, who did? Who pulled off the Brinks robbery and the Isabella Stewart Gardner heist? Who was Frances Glessner Lee and why is she considered the mother of forensic science?

Dive into the dark and infamous stories of New Englanders not being their best selves through talks, demonstrations, workshops and other activities, and spend summer days on beautiful, historic Star Island at the enlightening summer camp for adults known as the New England Heritage program.

Theme Speaker

To be announced

Minister of the Week

Youth Programming

Although there is no separate children’s programming, the New England Heritage program welcomes children of all ages under the supervision of their parents/guardians. 

Program Fee

6-night session: $135 per person (age 12 and above)

3-night session: $100 per person (age 12 and above)

Room & Board

The rates below are per person for the full length of the conference.

6-night Option

Adults (18+) 

Standard Shared: $1,068 | Standard Single: $1,444

Motel Shared: $1,316  | Motel Single: $1,923 

Youth 

Under 5: Free | 6-11 years: $493 | 12-17 years: $706 

3-night Option

Adults (18+) 

Standard Shared: $580 | Standard Single: $774

Motel Shared: $712 | Motel Single: $1,063 

Youth 

Under 5: Free  | 6-11 years: $274 | 12-17 years: $391 

Boat Schedule

6-night Option

Departure from Portsmouth August 25th 2:20 PM  

Departure from Star Island August 31st 11:45 AM

3-night Option

Departure from Portsmouth August 25th 2:20 PM  

Departure from Star Island August 28th 2:15 PM

Questions?

Email Julia Roberts at julialroberts@comcast.net.