Built in 1685, the Abigail Adams birthplace was home to this exceptional woman for the first 20 years of her life. It has survived 2 relocations and now stands as a monument to this extraordinary woman. The Abigail Adams Historical Society is dedicated to commemorating and educating a worldwide audience about the extraordinary life and times... Learn More >

The Addison Gallery’s collection of American art is one of the most comprehensive in the world, including more than 17,000 objects spanning the 18th century to the present. In a typical year, the Addison presents approximately twelve shows, including both permanent collection installations and major traveling exhibitions, carefully balanced to... Learn More >

Alden House is part of the property granted to Mayflower Pilgrims John and Priscilla Mullins Alden in 1627 and home to generations of their descendants. Now a museum and recognized as a National Historic Landmark, the site offers guided tours of Alden House and the Alden First Site, foundation of John and Priscilla's first home in Duxbury. ... Learn More >

Formed in 1986, the Amesbury Carriage Museum is a 501(c)(3) history organization in Amesbury, Massachusetts. Our mission is to champion the history of Amesbury industry and people. We strive to do that by researching local history and offering programs and events for adults and families. With a membership of almost 250 and growing, the museum... Learn More >

Admission: Free! The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts is the oldest chartered military organization in the western hemisphere. On display in the Museum are military artifacts, weaponry, uniforms, medals, and gifts to the company. Items span all conflicts from the Revolution to the battlefields of Desert Storm. A special... Learn More >

The Arlington Historical Society, with offices in the Smith Museum, hosts a yearly lecture series as well as offering individual and group tours of the historic Jason Russell House. Through its education and outreach program, the Arlington Historical Society welcomes school classes and scout groups to explore life in colonial America.... Learn More >

The Armenian Museum of America, Inc. was created to locate, collect, preserve, and present the culture, history, art, and contributions of the Armenian people during the past 3,000 years. The Library holds a vast collection of titles including rare books, historical and literary publications. The Museum has amassed an expansive treasure trove of... Learn More >

The Art Complex Museum is a contemporary structure of glass and wood on over thirteen acres of open fields and woodlands in an historic, sea-side community on the South Shore. It serves as a center for regional arts and for the collections of the Carl A. Weyerhaeuser family. Exhibitions offer much variety including contemporary artists, group and... Learn More >

DISCOVER… …Cape Cod’s captivating history, art and culture at the Chatham Historical Society’s Atwood Museum. We are a small museum with a lot of punch offering something for all ages! Built by Chatham Sea Captain Joseph Atwood circa 1752, the “old house” was occupied by his descendants for five generations, until it was... Learn More >

John Balch was born in Somerset, England in 1579 and arrived with the Dorchester Company at Cape Ann in September, 1623. The remnant of this group, including Balch, settled at Naumkeag (Salem) in 1626. In 1635 five of them, including Balch, received a 1000 acres grant at what became Beverly and removed there. John and Margary Balch were... Learn More >