FAIRHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

FAIRHAVEN, MA

The Fairhaven Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization located in Fairhaven, Massachusetts dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the town. The society was founded in 1954 and has been actively working to preserve local history ever since.

The society operates out of the Fairhaven Academy Building, which was built in 1798 and served as a school until 1906. Today, the building houses a museum that showcases the town's rich history, including exhibits on the whaling industry, local schools, and the town's role in the American Revolution. The museum also features a collection of artifacts and documents related to local history.

In addition to maintaining the museum, the Fairhaven Historical Society hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, walking tours, and historical reenactments. The society also works to preserve historic buildings and landmarks in the town, such as the Millicent Library and the Unitarian Memorial Church.

Overall, the Fairhaven Historical Society Inc plays an important role in preserving and promoting the history of Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Through its museum, events, and preservation efforts, the society helps to ensure that future generations will be able to learn about and appreciate the town's rich history.

FAIRHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FAIRHAVEN MA. US MID #8402500335

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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FAIRHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
1 FARMFIELD ST
FAIRHAVEN
MA
02719

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