The Marlborough Historical Society

At the Historic Peter Rice Homestead
in Marlborough, Massachusetts


Marlborough, Massachusetts was incorporated as a town in 1660 and is celebrating the 350th anniversary of its founding this year.  (Histories of Marlborough 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 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

Note: Unfortunately we are not currently able to conduct research for individuals.  We simply do not have enough volunteers to handle the volume.  You can, however, 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

  • One hundred ninety-six people--and dozens of volunteers--participated in the Home Tour and Tea on June 13.
  • Historical Society to hold 350th Anniversary Home Tour on June 13.  Pictures and tickets available online now. 
  • Help promote the Home Tour by posting and distributing the flier (shown below) in your school or office and throughout the community (including communities surrounding Marlborough).
  • Craig Alan Chicoine volunteers to keep up our Facebook information updated
  • Welcome Lifetime Members Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Ryan.
  • Program added for March 9 at the Library.
  • More than 100 photos from 2009 Christmas at the Farm with a Festival of Trees.
  • Coppola Landscaping supports the Historical Society.
  • 350th anniversary calendars (2010) available.
  • Deborah Fairbanks receives Trustees Award for Historic Preservation.
  • Restoration tips from owners of historic homes.
  • Follow us on Twitter @marlborohistory.
  • The 29-page book on the John Brown Bell  available as a free download.
  • Ongoing community outreach.
  • Recent news coverage.

Upcoming programs and events

2010

Programs for the 2010 - 2011 season will be posted in late summer.


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