The Manchester Historical Society was founded in 1886 “ to serve the entire community through the preservation of irreplaceable town records and artifacts, its research capability and commitment to education.“ The Manchester Historical Society moved into its headquarters, the Trask House, in 1925. Today, the original rooms of the Trask House... Learn More >

The Marblehead Museum is a private non profit organization supported entirely by membership and donations. The Museum maintains three properties; the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, built in 1768, and recognized internationally as a significant example of Georgian Colonial architecture, the Civil War and G.A.R. Museum, including artifacts and the actual... Learn More >

For nearly a century, the Martha’s Vineyard Museum (MVM) has collected art, artifacts, oral histories, documents and photographs. Today, its collection encompasses more than 43,000 different items that tell the stories of the people and events that have shaped Martha's Vineyard. In 2019, MVM relocated to the former 1895 Marine Hospital in... Learn More >

Founded in 1791, the MHS is an invaluable resource for American history, life, and culture. Its extraordinary collections tell the story of America through millions of rare and unique documents, artifacts, and national treasures, including the personal papers of three presidents—John Adams, John Quincy Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. Through its... Learn More >

The Massachusetts State Police take pride in their heritage and wish to preserve their history for future members of the department as well as for the public. The Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center will provide an opportunity for visitors to explore the Massachusetts State Police’s past as well as learn more about up to date... Learn More >

The MassArt Art Museum (MAAM) is Boston’s newest museum, a space to experience works by visionary artists at the forefront of contemporary art. As the Massachusetts College of Art and Design's teaching museum, we are committed to educating and empowering the next generation of artists—both on our campus and throughout the world. MAAM also... Learn More >

At the Mattapoisett Museum, visitors enjoy engaging with permanent and seasonal exhibits ranging from Mattapoisett’s shipbuilding, whaling, and farming roots to the impact of Hurricanes on the community. Fun and educational programs for families and youth include Silent Movie Nights, Historical Lecture Series, Scavenger Hunts, Special Activities... Learn More >

Located on the Amherst College campus in western Massachusetts, the Mead offers an exciting array of exhibitions and programs, including gallery talks, artist lectures, and family events. Celebrated for its collection of Hudson River School landscape paintings, Russian avant-garde art, Japanese prints, and ritual objects from West Africa, the... Learn More >

Memorial Hall is one of New England’s oldest museums, housed in the original 1798 Deerfield Academy school building since the museum opened in 1880. The extraordinary furnishings, paintings, textiles, and Indian artifacts make up the finest collection of local antiquities in New England. Just minutes off Interstate 91 and Rt. 2 (the Mohawk... Learn More >

William and Elizabeth Doane purchased this handsome house in 1875 as their summer retreat. They named it "Tranquility," as it overlooks a peaceful bend in the Housatonic River. During this period, the town of Stockbridge, in the heart of the Berkshires, was becoming a popular summer destination for New Yorkers like the Doanes. In 1900, the... Learn More >