Amherst History Museum

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Amherst History Museum Our mission is to connect people to the Town of Amherst, its history and its culture. We do that for Amherst. To fulfill our mission, we need your help.

For five generations, Amherst residents have donated pieces of their lives to the Historical Society. We hold these pieces in trust, and aim to discover the heart of Amherst's history. In order to reinterpret the past, the "old documents and objects" need to be preserved and made available for study. Understanding community history fosters civic pride and this valued institution serves us all. We depend entirely on private donations and volunteer efforts for maintenance of our extensive collections, the Simeon Strong House (c. 1750, one of the oldest in Amherst) and its grounds, and for support of our educational and outreach activities. Our mission is to connect you to the town of Amherst, its history and its culture.

10/21/2026
Talks for the Chronically Curious! We are so excited about our new partnership with Amherst Oyster Bar to bring a new s...
10/19/2026

Talks for the Chronically Curious! We are so excited about our new partnership with Amherst Oyster Bar to bring a new series of presentations to downtown Amherst. Stop by after work and learn something you didn’t know!

Time travel is possible—through a great book! Join our first session of the AHS & Jones Library’s new History Book Grou...
10/18/2026

Time travel is possible—through a great book! Join our first session of the AHS & Jones Library’s new History Book Group. We will meet quarterly and read a mix of fiction and non fiction centered on life here in the Pioneer Vally. See the amhersthistory.org for more information.

After the rally, come by to check out the OG No Kings movement. Free admission today! Get your history on!
10/17/2026

After the rally, come by to check out the OG No Kings movement. Free admission today! Get your history on!

Still a few spaces available. Pre-registration is required. Visit amhersthistory.org to register. Sarah Zureick-Brown ...
10/01/2026

Still a few spaces available. Pre-registration is required. Visit amhersthistory.org to register. Sarah Zureick-Brown AmherstCenterCulturalDistrict Amherst Downtown

09/29/2026

So many reasons to get out and enjoy a classic New England fall! More details at amhersthistory.org

Fall 2026 season kicks off this Friday, September 25. See you at the Bangs Center at 1:30!
09/24/2026

Fall 2026 season kicks off this Friday, September 25. See you at the Bangs Center at 1:30!

09/23/2026

Check out the Fall 2026 Season of the History Bites. Join us with a bag lunch (or not, it’s up to you) and discover something new about old stuff! Town of Amherst, MA Official AmherstCenterCulturalDistrict Amherst Downtown

Huge shout out to the fabulous volunteers from UMass Day of Impact!! Thanks to them, the Strong House is READY for work...
09/20/2026

Huge shout out to the fabulous volunteers from UMass Day of Impact!! Thanks to them, the Strong House is READY for work to start on the foundation repair and roof reinforcement. So grateful for these students and UMass for giving back to the community. Stay tuned for repair updates! UMass Amherst Town of Amherst, MA Official AmherstCenterCulturalDistrict Amherst Downtown

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67 Amity Street
Amherst, MA
01002

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