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Rich History
The Public Health Museum is a non-profit educational and cultural museum. The Museum strives to preserve records and artifacts from our nation’s public health history; educate the public about the achievements and contributions of public health, and inspire people to build upon the past and continue to advance the future of public health. Our Museum provides a space to explore public health, inspire future public health professionals, and foster community involvement.
M U S E U M I N F O R M A T I O N
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Museum Hours (Oct-Apr)Wednesdays 10am-2pm
Thursdays 10am-2pm 1st Saturday of Each Month 10am-2pm *Please note the Museum will be closed the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas AdmissionMuseum $5.00
Walking Tour $10.00 Cash or check accepted Contact |
F R E Q U E N T V I S I T O R S
Membership
Become a member of the Public Health Museum today!
Your membership supports the mission of public health education, advocacy, and disease prevention. Help build, preserve, and maintain a remarkable historic collection, while continuing to advance the future of public health.
By joining or raising your membership level, you are helping to shape the future of America’s first public health museum. Read below for membership level details and the many benefits of joining. We are always happy to discuss your membership and sponsorship options. You may reach us by phone at 978-851-7321 x 2606 or by email at joanne@publichealthmuseum.org.
Your membership supports the mission of public health education, advocacy, and disease prevention. Help build, preserve, and maintain a remarkable historic collection, while continuing to advance the future of public health.
By joining or raising your membership level, you are helping to shape the future of America’s first public health museum. Read below for membership level details and the many benefits of joining. We are always happy to discuss your membership and sponsorship options. You may reach us by phone at 978-851-7321 x 2606 or by email at joanne@publichealthmuseum.org.
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Seniors/Students ($15 per year)
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Patron ($500 per year)
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L O C A T I O N
Driving Directions
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GPS Address:
297-321 East St Tewksbury, MA 01876 |
Mailing Address:
365 East Street Tewksbury, MA 01876 |
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From Route 93:
Take the Dascomb Road exit west toward Tewksbury. Dascomb road turns into East Street. Just past the intersection of Livingston Street and East street, you will see the hospital grounds. Take the first driveway on your left, past the large no smoking sign. Park in the first parking lot you see as you enter. The Museum is housed in the Old Administration Building, with the tall green spire, which is just behind the Chapel. |
From Route 495:
Take Exit 38 south to Tewksbury. On Route 38 South, follow signs to the hospital and museum just beyond the police station at the Town Green. Turn left at the set of lights in the town center onto East Street. Approximately one mile down East Street you will see the Old Administration Building on your right. Pass this building and take your next right on to the hospital grounds. Park in the first parking lot you see as you enter. The Museum is housed in the Old Administration Building, with the tall green spire, which is just behind the Chapel. |
G U I D E D
Walking Tour
Led by a knowledgeable volunteer guide, the Public Health Museum invites you on this 90-minute walking tour to explore life in days past, the history of a vibrant community, its architecture, the lives of its patients and staff, and its connection to public health.
Walking Tour Dates for the 2019 Season
Saturday Tours Begin at 10:00 AM & Wednesday Tours Begin at 6:00 PM Saturdays: May 4th, June 1st, July 6th, August 3rd, September 7th, October 5th Wednesdays: May 15th, June 19th, July 17th, August 21st, September 18th Tickets are $10 (cash or check). Reservations are required. TO MAKE A RESERVATION Please call 978-851-7321 EXT 2606 OR Email tours@publichealthmuseum.org |