WELCOME TO THE NORTH ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY
SUMMER MUSEUM HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 8-2 | CAFE HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday: 8-2
DIANE’S CAFE WILL BE CLOSED AUGUST 10th to 17th
Established in 1913, the North Andover Historical Society remains dedicated in its mission to discover, preserve, and share the unique history of North Andover. Throughout the years, our mission has evolved, yet one thing remains unchanged - our commitment to bringing history to life for our community in North Andover, the Merrimack Valley, and beyond.
We invite you to join us! Visit our Stevens Center Building, across from the town common to explore our 1646 Bookstore, check our exhibits, participate in one of our programs in the Worden Theater or enjoy a meal at Diane’s Café on the Common.
As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the support of members and donors. Your support enables us to continue important mission focused activities, such as ensuring the care of our collections, conducting research for interpretation and exhibits, and preserving our beloved historic properties, and most importantly, helping to continue to save and share North Andover’s history for the next generation!
Don’t miss out -- become a member today and enjoy our great membership benefits.
NAHS FEATURED IN THE ANDOVERS MAGAZINE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
REVOLUTION HISTORY Tour of
North Andover & Andover
Tours are offered at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm and will begin and end at NAHS, located at 800 Massachusetts Avenue in North Andover.
Join us on Saturday, September 6th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture!
Embark on an adventure through our shared heritage as we bring our two towns, once united during the American Revolution, back together for a day of family-friendly learning and fun.
Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will share captivating stories and insights of our local connections to the revolution.
Connect with your neighbors and foster a sense of pride in our intertwined past and the aspirations of ordinary people in our towns in 1775 who fought for liberty, equality and justice as they marched at the Lexington Alarm from the North Parish meeting house, through Andover and on to Concord and Lexington on 19th April, 1775.
Reserve your spot on one of two shuttles – limited seating – Tickets now on sale! Tours are offered at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm on September 6th, and will begin and end at NAHS, located at 800 Massachusetts Avenue in North Andover. Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance.
PLEASE NOTE:
Bathroom breaks are encouraged at the NAHS Stevens Center since there are no stops along the route.
Stop by for breakfast or lunch at Diane’s Café on the Common before or after your tour!
The 1.5-hour bus tour will retrace the route taken by militia through North Andover and Andover en route to the battle at Lexington and Concord. View historical homes and sites from 1775, where the 18th-century owners played a pivotal role in shaping our nation’s path to independence. Our experienced guides from NAHS and ACHC will share captivating stories and anecdotes about our local connections to the revolution.
The bus stops briefly at the west Andover Blanchard Upton House for an outdoor tour and a glass of apple cider. From there, the bus returns to NAHS.
Arrive early, or stay after the bus tour to enjoy the special Rev250 exhibits at NAHS, including the personal diary of John Stevens that begins as he marched off to battle, and brings to life what it was like to fight for American freedom. Featured in The Andovers Magazine.
EVENTS & EDUCATION
We offer exciting, engaging, and top-quality educational programs for all ages. See our educational page for details on current field-trips, and homeschooling classes. 2025 Summer Crafting & Program Schedule | Events Calendar
AUGUST SUMMER PROGRAMS
8th - Summer Quilting Open Craft - Learn how to sew, stitch, and embroider as we build a quilt throughout the Summer.
9th - Open Games on Common (10 - 2) - Come play colonial and Native American games on The Common.
12th - Summer Quilting Open Craft - Learn how to sew, stitch, and embroider as we build a quilt throughout the Summer.
13th - Spinning Jewelry Open Craft - Learn how to spin and braid your own bracelets and necklasses from wool or plant fibers. Once your bracelet is made, add some beads for extra decoration.
14th - Revolutionary History Walking Tour (12:00) - We tour the first and second burial ground and talk about the Old Center of Andover's role during the American Revolution while visiting the graves of the soldiers that served.
19th - Summer Quilting Open Craft - Learn how to sew, stitch, and embroider as we build a quilt throughout the Summer.
19th - Star Party and Astronomy Lecture with North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club (7:30) - Join us as we hear about the history of Astronomy presented by Brewster LaMaccia and then walk out under the stars to gaze into telescopes and up into the sky.
20th - Rug Braiding Open Craft (10 - 2) - Come learn how to make your own coaster, trivet, matt, or rug with this simple but deep folk craft utilizing scrap cloth.
21st- Old Center Walking Tour (12:00pm) - We go on a two hour tour through historic houses, cemetaries, and around the old center as we learn about Andover 101.
27th - Beaded Corn and Spinning Jewelry Open Craft - Look forward to the harvest by making lucky charm bead corns then earn how to spin and braid your own bracelets and necklasses from wool or plant fibers. Once your bracelet is made, add some beads for extra decoration.
28th - Summer Quilting Open Craft - Learn how to sew, stitch, and embroider as we build a quilt throughout the Summer.
29th - Summer Quilting Open Craft - Learn how to sew, stitch, and embroider as we finish our Summer Quilt.
2025 Summer Crafting & Programs
Hands on, low stakes, relaxed lessons on a variety of crafts.
Open Crafting - From 10am to 2pm, the educator will be hosting a historical craft or project that can be joined and left at will. The craft can be taken home.
Drop in from 10am to 2pm:
Reservations are not required.
To sign up, email the educator at least one week prior to the program(s) your family would like to attend. Please include student’s ages and how many student’s will be participating.
2025 LIFETIME PRESERVATION AWARD
CELEBRATION HONORING EVA HAMORI
THURSDAY, September 18th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | NoRTH Andover Country Club
Join us for an evening of plentiful hors d’oeuvres, mingling, and lovely cocktails to celebrate this year’s recipient, Eva Hamori and her dedication to preserving North Andover’s natural beauty!
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The Lifetime Preservation Award was established in 2014 to honor North Andover residents who have shown an exemplary commitment to the preservation of the town’s history, heritage and/or open spaces.
Contact Lindsey Mayo at development@northandoverhistoricalsociety.org with any questions.
Other exciting events celebrating the American Revolution are planned by NAHS and ACHC.
To learn more, visit the NAHS REV 250 page and andoverhistoryandculture.org.
Show your North Andover pride
with a Revolutionary Yard Sign!
The North Andover Historical Society had these beautiful yard signs, designed by NAHS volunteer Tyler Mortenson and produced by Dawn’s Sign Tech, available for purchase as a mini fundraiser to support our programming, exhibit and other initiatives connected to the 250th Anniversary of the Revolution.
There are three signs available for purchase, two celebrating our town’s involvement in the Lexington Alarm of April 19th, 1775, (including a sign for historic houses that were standing in 1775) and a red, white and blue sign celebrating North Andover and the 250th anniversary of the Revolution. Purchase a sign and show your pride for this special celebration of our local heroes for their actions in 1776 and 1776!
The signs are available for purchase at the 1646 bookstore at the Stevens Center on the common, or right here on our website in our virtual bookstore. Each sign costs $30 plus tax.
VISIT OUR 1646 BOOKSTORE
The Society's 1646 Bookstore is online and carries a wide assortment of books, prints, and souvenirs.
You can also join or renew your membership here, or buy a gift card for a friend.
Our expanded offerings include Arcadia Publishing's 'Images of America' book series, historic jigsaw puzzles using pictures from our archives, and other items that reinforce North Andover's rich heritage.
MISSION
To seek, save, and share North Andover history!
As a cultural and community hub, the North Andover Historical Society
collects, preserves, interprets and shares its historical properties and artifacts
to educate and excite the public’s imagination while promoting a sustainable future.