The Marlborough Historical Society




Marlborough, Massachusetts and The Marlborough Historical Society

Marlborough, Massachusetts was incorporated as a town in 1660.  Histories of Marlborough are here.

The Marlborough Historical Society, founded in 1964, is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and celebration in Marlborough.  (The Society's by-laws and officers are here.)

Free monthly programs are held in and around Marlborough, including at the Peter Rice Homestead and Museum, which also houses Marlborough's historical archives.  The Homestead and Museum is a great place to bring student groups and out of town visitors.  Send a message at least ten days in advance to arrange a tour.

377 Elm Street                                                                      Mailing address: Box 513
Marlborough, MA 01752                                                    Marlborough, MA 01752-0513

Open by appointment for research and tours.                                     

Info@HistoricMarlborough.org ... @marlborohistory on Twitter ... On Facebook

Researching your ancestors: Unfortunately we don't have a staff that conducts research for individuals, and we simply do not have enough volunteers to handle the volume.  You can, however, use the extensive resources on our site.  After that, if you still have questions, you can send us your request and we will post it on our site here.  If you live in the area and are interested in volunteering to help, please let us know.

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New at the Marlborough Historical Society

  • Flier for Tuesday's program on Samuel Boyd
  • Welcome new lifetime member Timothy Davies
  • Pictures from "Christmas at the Farm"
  • Winners from "A Festival of Trees"
  • List of trees with themes and sponsors
  • Pictures from the first day of "A Festival of Trees"
  • "A Festival of Trees" discount coupon available 
  • "A Festival of Trees" hours, location announced
  • Presentation on Marlborough in the Civil War
  • Retelling of John Brown Bell story 50 years after event at Harpers Ferry
  • Paul Brodeur and his Ward Park research in the paper
  • Peter B. Snyder wins annual scholarship for his essay on the 1938 hurricane
  • Items donated by Durinda Wood and Daphne Stevens displayed at annual meeting
  • Slides from "History of Artemas Ward Park" program now online.
  • Thanks to D.A. Saguto of Colonial Williamsburg, to local business Kennedy's Pub, and to long-time Marlborough residents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rennie for their generous donations.
  • Thanks to members of the Ingalls, Rice, and Ferrecchia families, and to Duane Searles for their donation of materials to the archives.

Upcoming Historical Society Programs and Events

2012

Tuesday, January 24 at 7 pm at at the Homestead
"Samuel Boyd"

Tuesday, February 28 at 7 pm at the Homestead
"Stories from the Attic"

Tuesday, March 27 at 7 pm at the Marlborough Senior Center
"Washington Slept Here"

Tuesday, April 24 at 7 pm at the Homestead
"Annual Membership Meeting/Scholarship Winner"

Tuesday, May 22, at 7 pm ~ Venue to be announced
"Made in Marlborough"

Tuesday, June 26, at 7 pm at the Marlborough Senior Center
"The Praying Indians of Marlborough and the Summer of 1675"



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Thanks to  John Buczek for use of the historic image at the top of this page.