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Danvers Historical Society

The Danvers Historical Society, a private not-for-profit, was founded in 1889 “to discover, collect and preserve objects which illustrate local history, but particularly the history, development and people of the Town of Danvers”. The Historical Society owns three historic sites and a museum building and is steward of the Endicott Burial Ground. The society has many events, exhibits and fundraisers every year and is an important part of the community. Membership is open to everyone, and volunteers are always welcome!

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Mission: To educate present and future generations of the public about the history and development of that geographical area encompassing the original Salem Village and the Town of Danvers, Massachusetts, by preserving materials and information relating to such history through such activities as allowed to a non profit corporation under Massachusetts law, including, but not limited to, the maintenance of a Museum, the acquisition, maintenance, and preservation of collections of objects, artifacts, documents, and significant Danvers structures and properties, and the conducting of educational and publication programs, lectures and other events. - Adopted January 1, 1889; Restated June 10, 2009 Today, the Danvers Historical Society’s educational goal is to connect Danvers’ youth with their local history. Through these connections, the Society aims to encourage today’s youth to preserve their heritage for future generations.
Founded: 1889
Collection overview: We no longer have a research library at the Danvers Historical Society. Research records regarding Danvers history and genealogy are now located at the Archival Office within the public library here in Danvers: The Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923, 978-774-0554. The Archives has a small organizational, preservation, museum studies and historical research library with some local history and family history books on the Putnam family. Library hours by appointment only.
Policies: We no longer have a research library at the Danvers Historical Society. Research records regarding Danvers history and genealogy are now located at the Archival Office within the public library here in Danvers: The Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923, 978-774-0554. The Archives has a small organizational, preservation, museum studies and historical research library with some local history and family history books on the Putnam family. Library hours by appointment only.
Become a member: Your support allows us, in your name, to ensure the survival of Danvers cultural history by providing quality educational and community programs in unique settings. Your membership dues will make this possible.
Donate online: Financial donations to the Society are vital to the Society's continuing its work and can be made by check payable to Danvers Historical Society P.O. Box 381 Danvers, MA 01923
Danvers Historical Society
11 Page Street
Danvers, Mass. 01923
Website: http://www.danvershistory.org/
E-contact: dhs@danvershistory.org
Phone: 978-777-1666
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