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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.
Get your copy of Images of America: Tewksbury State Hospital with Ashlynn Rickord Werner and Jon Maynard. Contact the museum!
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Hours of Operation
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G U I D E D
Seasonal Walking Tours
Led by a knowledgeable volunteer guide, the Public Health Museum invites you 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. The outdoor tour lasts approximately one hour.
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We are proud members of the Massachusetts History Alliance , Digital Commonwealth, and the New England Museum Association.
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. |