DUXBURY RURAL AND HISTORICAL

DUXBURY, MA

Duxbury Rural and Historical Society (DRHS) is a non-profit organization located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, dedicated to preserving the town's rural and historical heritage. Established in 1901, DRHS is an independent organization that works to promote and preserve the town's history and culture.

DRHS holds a variety of events throughout the year, including educational programs, lectures, workshops, and field trips; the town's annual Fourth of July celebration; the annual New Year's Eve fireworks display; and the annual Clam Bake. Additionally, DRHS is responsible for maintaining and caring for the town's historical buildings, monuments, and collections.

The main purpose of DRHS is to collect and preserve Duxbury's rural and historical artifacts, including documents, photographs, books, furniture and clothing. DRHS also strives to educate the public about Duxbury's history, culture and environment.

DRHS organizes several programs throughout the year, including the Duxbury History and Natural History Walk, which provides an opportunity for visitors to learn about the town's history, culture and wildlife; and the Duxbury History and Heritage Festival, which includes programs, demonstrations, music, food, and activities.

In addition to its educational and cultural programming, DRHS offers tours of historic sites in Duxbury, including the Captain's Hill Cemetery, the Mayflower II, and the King Caesar House. The organization also provides some community services, such as a free monthly newsletter, a resource library, and a volunteer program. DRHS also works closely with the town of Duxbury to ensure that its historical sites and artifacts are well-maintained and preserved.

DUXBURY RURAL AND HISTORICAL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DUXBURY MA. US MID #8402500180

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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• telephone: 7819346106
• website: http://www.duxburyhistory.org

DUXBURY RURAL AND HISTORICAL
479 WASHINGTON ST
DUXBURY
MA
02332

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