WALPOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WALPOLE, MA

Walpole Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Walpole, Massachusetts, dedicated to preserving and promoting the town's history. The society was founded in 1962 by a group of local residents who wanted to protect the town's rich history from being lost.

The society's headquarters is situated in the historic Blackburn Tavern, which was built in 1733 and served as a stagecoach stop in the 18th century. The building is now a museum that exhibits the town's history with a collection of artifacts, documents, photographs, and memorabilia.

The society also hosts various events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, walking tours, and exhibitions. It collaborates with local schools, libraries, and community groups to educate people about the town's heritage, and it also provides research facilities for those interested in learning about Walpole's past.

The society is run by a board of directors and relies on donations and memberships to fund its activities. Its mission is to preserve the town's history for future generations and to promote an understanding and appreciation of the town's rich heritage. Walpole Historical Society is an integral part of the community and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Walpole, Massachusetts.

WALPOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WALPOLE MA. US MID #8402500899

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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