Worcester Historical Museum (WHM) is devoted to collecting and preserving the local history of Worcester MA. It includes a research library of over 7,000 titles, an archive that houses thousands of documents, and a collection of artifacts, all vital to the study of Worcester history. A few examples of WHM's holdings include correspondence of abolitionist Abby Kelley Foster, Blackstone Canal Company records, Civil War era diaries and letters, and artifacts related to Worcester's industrial past, weaponry from the colonial era through World War II, paintings and sculptures, and a significant costume and textile collection. WHM also owns and operates Salisbury Mansion, Worcester's only historic house museum. Built in 1772, it has been restored to its 1830s appearance. Thanks to the voluminous family papers, preserved at the American Antiquarian Society, it is one of the best documented historic houses in New England. Worcester's history is interpreted through a calendar of exhibitions, educational programming, tours and publications. WHM features both permanent installations and changing exhibitions. We are celebrating our 150th year in 2025 with an updated Fuller Industrial Gallery, and renovated entrances and lobby. The Worcester Women's History Project at WHM is celebrating the 175th anniversary of the first National Women's Rights Convention, with a year-long celebration of events and performances which was first held in 1850 in Worcester. Current exhibits - Chin Family, The Magic of Candlepin Bowling (opens 12/12), and Home for the Holidays at Salisbury Mansion (11/29).
External link for Museum of Worcester
30 Elm Street
Worcester, MA 01609, US
Diane Giampa, our Board of Trustees President and William Wallace, our Executive Director, share our new updates and 150 year of celebration with Tim Murray on the Chamber Show. https://lnkd.in/esaVWetD
Tune in to hear about all that is happening at the newly branded @museumofworcester ! Thank you @worcesterchamber for celebrating with us !#arrivecurious #leavefascinated
Re-scheduled to Monday, March 17th due to weather!
"A MAN ON FIRE" Author Douglas Egerton Thursday, February 20 - 6PM Fletcher Auditorium | Museum of Worcester Learn more about Worcester’s famous Thomas Wentworth Higginson with Douglas Egerton, author of “A Man on Fire.” “Mr. Egerton’s biography,” wrote a Wall Street Journal review, “is a welcome picture of a man who battled inequality on a wide range of fronts and maintained relationships with some of the most interesting people of the era…Douglass, John Brown, Lucy Stone, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Mark Twain.” A significant voice in the antislavery and women’s rights efforts of mid-19th century America, Higginson’s mid-century presence in Worcester as minister of the Free Church on Front Street had enormous impact. “Toward the end of his life, he declared, ‘Let me memory perish, if only humanity may be free. This book,” writes the Wall Street Journal, “makes sure that Higginson’s memory is preserved.” Books will be available for purchase following the lecture, courtesy of TidePool BookShop.
"A MAN ON FIRE" Author Douglas Egerton Thursday, February 20 - 6PM Fletcher Auditorium | Museum of Worcester Learn more about Worcester’s famous Thomas Wentworth Higginson with Douglas Egerton, author of “A Man on Fire.” “Mr. Egerton’s biography,” wrote a Wall Street Journal review, “is a welcome picture of a man who battled inequality on a wide range of fronts and maintained relationships with some of the most interesting people of the era…Douglass, John Brown, Lucy Stone, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Mark Twain.” A significant voice in the antislavery and women’s rights efforts of mid-19th century America, Higginson’s mid-century presence in Worcester as minister of the Free Church on Front Street had enormous impact. “Toward the end of his life, he declared, ‘Let me memory perish, if only humanity may be free. This book,” writes the Wall Street Journal, “makes sure that Higginson’s memory is preserved.” Books will be available for purchase following the lecture, courtesy of TidePool BookShop.
Museum of Worcester reposted this
Arrive Curious. Leave Fascinated. An Adventure in Worcester History for School Vacation Week - all FREE, for all ages! Monday February 17- Presidential Scavenger Hunt – 10AM-4PM Crank up “Hail to the Chief” and call the Secret Service because this President’s Day we have a gallery wide scavenger hunt. All the answers connect back to Worcester. Tuesday, February 18 - History Detective & Self-Guided Tours – 10AM-4PM The Museum is a treasure trove of history, full of unique artifacts and exhibits from Worcester’s past. But some crucial information has gone missing! Can you help us solve the mystery? Use your detective skills to find the clues. Wednesday, February 19 – Fuller Fun Guided Tours – 11AM & 1PM We are going hands on in our newly opened Fuller Gallery of Industrial History. Join us for a special tour where we talk space exploration, toys, and more. Thursday, February 20 - Kid-size Revolutionary War Tour & Reading of Paul Revere’s Ride – 1PM & 3PM This event is held at Salisbury Mansion, 40 Highland Street Join in on the fun for this “kid-size” version of our popular American Revolutionary War tour! Learn about how both the Salisbury family and the city of Worcester were involved in the American Revolution during this fun and engaging tour, along with fun facts how children lived during one of the most important times in American history. Ages 7-14. Friday, February 21 – Fuller Friday – Highland Street Foundation sponsored “Winter Camp” day at Museum of Worcester – 10AM-4PM Lots of fun FREE activities, including “Make your own mini trunk” in the spirit of John Hancock and his historic trunk. Saturday, February 22 – Early Worcester Settlements Lecture – 1PM Wendy Essery, Library and Archives Manager, discusses the early local settlements, prior to Worcester becoming town in 1772. Museum Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10AM-4PM Library: Wednesday through Saturday 10AM-4PM Salisbury Mansion: Thursday through Saturday 1-4PM For more information: https://lnkd.in/dggSAPnT
Arrive Curious. Leave Fascinated. An Adventure in Worcester History for School Vacation Week - all FREE, for all ages! Monday February 17- Presidential Scavenger Hunt – 10AM-4PM Crank up “Hail to the Chief” and call the Secret Service because this President’s Day we have a gallery wide scavenger hunt. All the answers connect back to Worcester. Tuesday, February 18 - History Detective & Self-Guided Tours – 10AM-4PM The Museum is a treasure trove of history, full of unique artifacts and exhibits from Worcester’s past. But some crucial information has gone missing! Can you help us solve the mystery? Use your detective skills to find the clues. Wednesday, February 19 – Fuller Fun Guided Tours – 11AM & 1PM We are going hands on in our newly opened Fuller Gallery of Industrial History. Join us for a special tour where we talk space exploration, toys, and more. Thursday, February 20 - Kid-size Revolutionary War Tour & Reading of Paul Revere’s Ride – 1PM & 3PM This event is held at Salisbury Mansion, 40 Highland Street Join in on the fun for this “kid-size” version of our popular American Revolutionary War tour! Learn about how both the Salisbury family and the city of Worcester were involved in the American Revolution during this fun and engaging tour, along with fun facts how children lived during one of the most important times in American history. Ages 7-14. Friday, February 21 – Fuller Friday – Highland Street Foundation sponsored “Winter Camp” day at Museum of Worcester – 10AM-4PM Lots of fun FREE activities, including “Make your own mini trunk” in the spirit of John Hancock and his historic trunk. Saturday, February 22 – Early Worcester Settlements Lecture – 1PM Wendy Essery, Library and Archives Manager, discusses the early local settlements, prior to Worcester becoming town in 1772. Museum Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10AM-4PM Library: Wednesday through Saturday 10AM-4PM Salisbury Mansion: Thursday through Saturday 1-4PM For more information: https://lnkd.in/dggSAPnT
The weather is in our favor and we have a few spots open for our Wine and Chocolate Seminar and Tasting - just in time for Valentine’s Day! When: Wednesday, February 12, 5:30-7PM Where: Museum of Worcester, 30 Elm Street, Fletcher Auditorium, Worcester Author Adam Centamore, well-known Boston aficionado on wine and chocolate pairings, will present his seminar just in time for Valentine's Day. Adam loves to eat, drink, and learn! Limited seating RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/eA3QGwHj Parking is free and located on Chestnut Street right behind the museum.
We cover many different topics at MOW, wine and chocolate are just a few of the many flavors we indulge in! Join us for an evening of fun with your bestie or your better half. Reserve your seat today!
Learning can be fun - especially when it involves wine and chocolate. Author Adam Centamore regales us with tales about decadence and deliciousness just in time for Valentine's Day. Limited seating, RSVP today!
This content isn’t available here
Access this content and more in the LinkedIn app
Worcester County Wonders: Meet Esther Howland, the 'Mother of the American Valentine' Roses are red, violets aren't blue. Bet you didn't know the modern Valentine's Day card originated in Worcester, did you? Check out this story on telegram.com: https://lnkd.in/e8aGu8Kc