The
Marlborough
Historical Society
377 Elm Street
Marlborough, MA 01752-0513 United States
508-485-4763
Marlborough,
Massachusetts
A Town - 1660 A City - 1890
Marlborough, Massachusetts and The Marlborough Historical Society
The Marlborough Historical Society, founded in 1964, is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and celebration in Marlborough. To become a member, click HERE. All images and text on this website are protected by Federal Copyright Laws. Downloading images or text without written consent of the Marlborough Historical Society is strictly prohibited. Copyright © 2023 - The Marlborough Historical Society.
Effective December 16, 2023, the Marlborough Historical Society opens Homestead up for tours, by appointment only.
The Marlborough Historical Society will be opening the Peter Rice Homestead, 377 Elm Street, Marlborough, MA up for tours. The Homestead, built in 1688 by Peter Rice for his wife Rebecca Howe, became home to his 11 children. The building has a rich history and the tour will include this information.
Available for tour will be the first floor which has three fireplaces and a beehive oven. The first floor also has a Military room which houses many items from local veterans. The second floor which has an antiqued filled bedroom. Also on the second floor is an authentic school room from the late 1800’s. The Marlborough room is also located on the second floor. This room includes displays on Marlborough’s once thriving shoe industry, the Marlborough police and fire department and more.
If you are interested in a tour and would like to set a time, please contact: Linda Rennie at lrennie5371@gmail.com. You may also use our handy Contact Form. Please be sure to include your phone number and email address. Children are especially welcome.
Please use the contact link for inquiries on research or visiting the Peter Rice Homestead.
Marlborough Brigham Family Trust honors Bob Kane
Bill Dunbar (on right) of the Brigham Trust presents Bob Kane a check for $1,000 in honor of all his years and work on the Marlborough Brigham Family Trust.
This yearly check that will process for 8 more years is given to Bob Kane for him to use at the Marlborough Historical Society.
Marlborough Historical Society 2024 Calendars are on Sale!!
The 2024 calendar is themed “Marlborough Women Who Made a Difference” The cost of the calendar is $10.00. The fees for the calendar help provide for the upkeep of the Peter Rice Homestead, the home of the society.
Calendars can be purchased at the Main Street Bank, The Senior Center, Monnick Supply, St. Mary’s Credit Union or the Main Street Café. There will also be someone at the Peter Rice Homestead, 377 Elm Street, every Tuesday from 4-6:00 pm selling the calendars. You can also call the society at 508-485-4763 or Trish Holt at 508-326-5369 to make arrangements to purchase one.
Research Requests
Research and research assistance is done by volunteers. Rather than pricing by the hour or photo, we simply ask for donations. The Society is an all-volunteer, member-supported organization. It's the only organization responsible for maintaining a growing archive of Marlborough history. The Society receives no support of any kind from the city, state, or Federal government.
Donations
The Marlborough Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Registered with the IRS under EIN: 04-6169254. Donations can be made by credit card by clicking on the "Donate" button or by check payable to "The Marlborough Historical Society" and mailed to:
The Marlborough Historical Society
377 Elm Street
PO Box 513
Marlborough, MA 01752-0513
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
