We are thrilled the doors of the new Sudbury History Center and Museum are now open to the public.
Operating hours are: Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, Saturdays by appointment, closed on holidays.
To book a tour, contact us at 978-443-3747 or by email at info@sudbury01776.org.
Wednesday September 24, Noon - 2:30 What Would Henry Do? A Nature Program for Kids Inspired by Henry David Thoreau
The Sudbury History Center and Museum, in partnership with Athina Education, presents "What Would Henry Do?", a nature program for kids inspired by Henry David Thoreau.
During this early-release Wednesday program, kids will enjoy a story about Henry David Thoreau, be introduced to a few items from the Sudbury Historical Society collections, enjoy a walk around the museum, and make a pressed flower bookmark.
For children ages seven and up. FREE (space is limited to 15).
Saturday October 4, 1:00 - 4:00 Sudbury Appraisal Day
Join us at the Sudbury History Center and Museum to get your personal treasures and antiques appraised by professional appraisers from Kaminski Auctions! $25 for three items or $10 per item.
No jewelry or furniture please. All proceeds benefit the Sudbury Historical Society.
Thursday October 23, 6:30 Sudbury Treasure Map with Town Historian Jan C. Hardenbergh
The Sudbury Historical Society (SHS) recently acquired a treasure of a map: the oldest known comprehensive map of Sudbury from circa 1795! Learn more about this important piece of local history by mapmaker Matthias Mossman (1749-1819) from Town Historian, Jan C. Hardenbergh, at our October 23rd evening lecture.
SHS seeks to fundraise $4,000 to restore and preserve this map for generations to come. YOU can help us by donating in-person, by mail, or via our website.
Our Collections are now Online!
We are pleased to announce that because of the hard work of Francesco Buccella and the generosity of the Sudbury Foundation that we are able to share with the world our collections digitally!
Find the link to our online collections on the Research tab or click here. Happy researching!
Pop-Up ExhibitCelebrating 250 Years of Artifacts
From a fowling piece used at the Battle of North Bridge to a letter from General John Nixon discussing George Washington to Sudbury's continuing remembrance of the start of the American Revolution, celebrate Sudbury's involvement in the start of the American Revolution!
Visit our Baggott Gallery at the Loring Parsonage to learn more about its history!
Open NowSudbury's Changing Landscape Part 2
The new exhibit 'Sudbury‘s Changing Landscape Part 2' continues our exploration of Sudbury's landscape with the story from after the Revolutionary War up to the present day. Sudbury is home to many wonderful conservation lands and historic landscapes. Organizations like Sudbury Valley Trustees, Sudbury Conservation Commission, and Sustainable Sudbury are working hard to protect and preserve the natural countryside.
Funding for this exhibit provided by the Sudbury Cultural Council and Mass Humanities.
Donate to Our Ongoing Mission!
Become A SHS Member
Starting in 2022, the SHS introduced six membership categories, each featuring special benefits at a bargain price!
New membership benefits include: discounts in the 01776 Gift Shop, free admission to paid events, personal materials digitization, private museum tours, free research assistance and more.
2024 Year in Review Newsletter
