The Worcester Historical Museum, located in downtown Worcester, Massachusetts, was founded in 1875. This museum is the only institution devoted entirely to local history and artifacts. The scope of their collection ranges from colonial to twentieth century, encompassing manuscripts, textiles, paintings, and ceramics. The museum is made up of permanent and temporary exhibits, research library, and currently owns and operates the local Salisbury Mansion

Salisbury Mansion and Store

Salisbury Mansion and Store are historic building at 30, 40 Highland Street in Worcester, Massachusetts.It was built in 1772 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975....

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Exhibits

There is one permanent exhibit at the museum in the Fuller Gallery of Industrial History, entitled "In their shirt sleeves." This collection covers the Industrial history of Worcester through recently donated artifacts as well as items the Institution has collected over the decades. Dealing with a time period spanning over a century, the collection really highlights the accomplishment of Worcester locals and the impact their inventions had on the area and beyond.
They also have three other exhibit areas that house temporary displays. Currently on display are 20th century professional photos of Worcester and the highly anticipated Civil War Exhibit opening in late April 2011.

Library

The research library is open to the public for a fee, Tuesday through Saturday 10-4pm, with every fourth Thursday open 10-8:30 pm. Access to the archives material is only available through appointment, with strict rules and regulations as to use and copy of materials. See website for complete details.