WELCOME TO THE NORTH ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY
AUTUMN MUSEUM HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 8-2 | CAFE HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday: 8-2
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 the Stevens Center headquarters and museum, across from the town common, to explore our 1646 Bookstore, check our exhibits, participate in one of our programs in the Worden Theater and enjoy a meal at Diane’s Café on the Common.
As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the support of members and donors like you. Your support enables us to continue important mission-focused activities, such as ensuring the care of our collections, conducting research for interpretation and exhibits, 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.
HISTORIC HOUSE PLAQUE PROGRAM
Our homes have a story to tell! We are happy to announce that the North Andover Historical Society (NAHS) has created a town-wide Historic House Plaque Program to tell these stories.
Homeowners, with a home 100 years or older, have the opportunity to join this program. The program includes:
A 12” x 12” sign displaying the year the home was built, the original residents’ names (both the husband and wife’s names will be included), and their trade.
A listing on the NAHS historic house map (created with google) marking many of the historic homes in North Andover and offering historical information about the home. (in process)
These historic house plaques offer an important glimpse into the past and we hope that they will foster an interest in history throughout our town.
Signs are already up on two houses in town at 83 and 84 Academy Road. We welcome you to drive or walk by to view, but please be considerate as these are private homes.
Join us for lectures, walking tours, crafting and programs at the North Andover Historical Society in October
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.