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The Townsend Historical Society

~ Preserving Local History Since 1896 ~

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    • The Reed Homestead
    • The Copeland Cooper Shop
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    • The Spaulding Cooperage
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    • The Schoolhouse Monument
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Sharing Our History

Researching Our Archives

A Brief History of Townsend

Our Gift Shop

Office Hours

Taber Morrell, Site Administrator

In person visits: appointments
are recommended in advance

Tuesday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Tel.: 978-597-2106
Email: info@townsendhistoricalsociety.org

Location

Our Headquarters and Museum can be found at:

The Reed Homestead
72 Main Street
Townsend, MA 01469

Mail: P.O. Box 95
Townsend, MA 01469

© 1896 – 2021

 

Upcoming Events

  • Grist Mill Tours June 4, 2022 at 9:00 am – 3:00 pm 2 South St, Townsend, MA 01469, USA The Townsend Historical Society is pleased to offer guided tours of the Spaulding Grist Mill. Built in the early 19th century, this building maintains its original equipment and is undergoing restoration. Tours are available on the half-hour and are by donation (recommended $5/person, $20 per family). Masks are recommended but not required for this in-person…
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