GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

GROTON, MA

The Groton Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Groton, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1963 with the aim of preserving and promoting the rich history of the town. The society operates out of two historic buildings – The Boutwell House and The Groton Museum.

The Boutwell House is a beautifully restored 1851 Victorian mansion that serves as the headquarters of the society. It houses the society's archives, which include photographs, maps, documents, and artifacts related to the town's history. The house is also open to the public for tours and events, and it is a popular venue for weddings and other special occasions.

The Groton Museum is located on the same property as The Boutwell House and was built in 1903 as a schoolhouse. It was moved to its current location in 1976 and now serves as a museum. The museum's exhibits showcase the town's history, including Native American artifacts, colonial-era tools, and exhibits on the town's involvement in the American Revolution.

The society also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and community events. It is run by a board of directors and relies on the support of its members and volunteers to carry out its mission of preserving and promoting the history of Groton.

GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GROTON MA. US MID #8402500640

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 41,974 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 9784482046
• website: http://www.grotonhistoricalsociety.org

GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 202
GROTON
MA
01450-0202

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