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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.

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M U S E U M   I N F O R M A T I O N

Museum Hours 
The museum is open on a limited basis.
Outdoor tours have concluded for the season.

Limited indoor tours are starting. Check our sign up for openings. ​

SIGN UP FOR TOURS

Admission

Museum    $5.00
Walking Tour    $10.00
​Cash in an envelope with your name

Contact

​978-851-7321 EXT. 2606
info@publichealthmuseum.org
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G U I D E D

Seasonal Walking Tours
(ended for the season)

​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.

Please Note:

• Tour has uneven pavement.
• There are no places to sit and rest.
• Tours are subject to weather conditions.
• Tours are available by appointment only.
• Approximate walking distance is 1 mile.

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We are proud members of the Massachusetts History Alliance , Digital Commonwealth, and the New England Museum Association.

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L O C A T I O N

Driving Directions

GPS Address:
​297-321 East St
Tewksbury, MA 01876

Mailing Address:
​365 East Street
Tewksbury, MA 01876

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.