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Please support the Dedham Historical Society & Museum as
we make history relevant and engaging for all audiences.
The DHSM does not receive town funding and we rely on gifts and donations
from valued partners like you. Your support makes a difference and thank you.
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Thank you for your support.
We need your membership support now more than ever.
Programs, Events & Lectures
Please visit the Current Events page for more information on programs, events, exhibits, and our speaker series.
History Tidbits
DHSM may be closed to the public, but we will continue to bring history to you. Click here to read the latest History Tidbits.
History in the Making
Recording the COVID-19 Pandemic and Black Lives Matter Stories
As an institution driven to preserve Dedham’s history, we are asking the residents of Dedham to share with the DHSM your experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests and movement. Click here to see images that residents have shared and to learn how you can contribute materials to the archives and be a part of history.
The Kenneth Burt Programs Fund
Please join others in donating to the Kenneth Burt Archives & Programs Fund. Ken was Treasurer of the Dedham Historical Society & Museum from 1994-2003 and passed away in January 2020. His widow asked friends to contribute to the museum in his memory with funds put toward educational initiatives including family research and programs. We are pleased to report that donations are currently in excess of $1,000. We hope you will consider contributing to this fund. Thank you for your support.
Membership News
Interested in visiting more than 1,200 museums nationwide for free as a member of DHSM? Visit our membership page to learn how.
Temporary Closure
Though Massachusetts has entered Stage 3 of reopening in July, which includes museums, the Dedham Historical Society & Museum will remain TEMPORARILY CLOSED to the public until further notice. The board does not feel the DHSM can provide enough safety measures to protect our staff and visitors during the pandemic.
The staff is working at the museum, however, on Wednesdays and Fridays, and remotely otherwise, and can answer questions via a phone call or email.
We appreciate your understanding. Click here for the latest information from the CDC.
Museum:
Temporarily Closed to the public.
When DHSM reopens: Admission $5
Judy House, Education & Membership
info@dedhamhistorical.org – 781.326.1385
Free entry to museum, library, and lectures for members, as well as discounts to programs and at the gift shop. Visit the Membership page for more details.
Archives & Library:
Temporarily Closed to the public.
Research queries may be sent to
Kathryn Ostrofsky, Archivist
library@dedhamhistorical.org.
Research is available by the DHSM for $25/hour
For details, visit the Research page of this website.
Gift Shop
Temporarily Closed
When DHSM reopens, please visit our Gift Shop, where you will find gifts for the holidays, from ornaments to decorative items and reproduction Dedham Pottery.
Office:
Johanna McBrien, Executive Director
society@dedhamhistorical.org
We Welcome Volunteers
Please let us know if you would like to contribute your time assisting in the archives, museum, with educational programming, or events. Thank you in advance for your participation. Please send an email to info@dedhamhistorical.org.
Please note that we cannot welcome volunteers until after the DHSM reopens.
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Gift Shop
When the DHSM reopens, please visit our Gift Shop, where you will find “Dedham Pottery” from the Potting Shed, writing cards (including those featuring the historic 1828 Gragg Tavern), Dedham-themed T-shirts, and other items.