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Whately, a town of about 1500 people at the southern edge of Franklin County was incorporated in 1771.  Originally included within the bounds of Hatfield, Whately was made up of portions of the second division and all of the fourth division of the Hatfield Commons.  Slowly settled after conflicts with the native population began to abate, residents of the northern reaches of Hatfield petitioned to separate and this petition was granted.

The Whately Historical Society, founded in 1966, works to preserve the town’s history and to education townspeople and others about Whately’s past.  The Society sponsors programs and activities about the history and culture of the area.  The WHS also maintains a museum of Whately artifacts, images, and ephemera.

Hours:Tuesdays 9 - 12 and by appointment
Directions Located in the former Center School on the main street of Whately. Look for the big milk bottle!
Officers and staff
President Adelia Bardwell Vice President Betty Orloski Secretary Gretchen Bechta Treasurer William Saunders Curators Gail Tilton and Dereka Smith Webmaster Judy Markland
Founded: 1966
History of the Whately Historical Society: Originally using a space in the library designated the "Historical Room", the Society was able to move into a room at the Whately Center School when the new elementary school was opened on Long Plain Road.
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Whately Historical Society catablog
Become a member: Individual membership $10 Supporter $40 Patron $75
Donate online:
Whately Historical Society
P.O. Box 7
Whately, Mass. 01093
Website: http://www.whatelyhistorical.org/
E-contact: info@whatelyhistorical.org
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