Old Sturbridge Village

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General Information: 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
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800-733-1830, 508-347-3362
Fax: 508-347-0235
E-mail: osv@osv.org
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Interest Areas: Cooking, Crafts, Education, Environment / Nature, Genealogy, History / Heritage, Architecture, Animals, Holidays

A visit to Old Sturbridge Village is a journey into the past during a very special period of our nation's history! In the years 1790-1840 a new nation took shape. In rural towns across New England, ordinary people worked to better their lives, build strong communities, apply new technologies, and define the meaning of democracy.

Year-round, you'll discover the allure of history with all five senses at one of America's finest museums. Expanded learning and hands-on opportunities for all ages are offered throughout the museum, which features a re-created rural 1830s New England town set on a historical landscape encompassing a Center Village, Mills Area, and Countryside.

The museum's new, indoor History Gateway, in the Visitor Center, includes "Kidstory" early learning gallery -- making connections with the Village for children and their families -- and "Icons of New England," a new interactive exhibit that introduces visitors to the history behind what makes New England the unique region that it is!

Also offered are "A Child's Life" in the Fitch House; meet the animals; children's dooryard, schoolyard, and indoor games; role-playing at the District School; as well as historical characters, walks, talks, and performances. Hands-on craft activities, artist- and craftsperson- in-residence programs, adult and multi-generational craft workshops, and spectacular seasonal events are planned throughout the year!

The Shops at Old Sturbridge Village (across from the Visitor Center) house an award-winning Museum Gift Shop, the New England Bookstore, and a Bake Shop. Village admission is not required for The Shops at OSV or the Herb Garden adjacent to the Gift Shop.

Village hours and admission rates change by season; visit our Web site, www.osv.org, or call 800-SEE-1830 to confirm.

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17 Upcoming Old Sturbridge Village Events
7/4/2009 9:30 AM July 4th at Old Sturbridge Village  
7/18/2009 9:30 AM Fire & Ice Day at Old Sturbridge Village  
8/1/2009 - 8/2/2009 9:30 AM Redcoats to Rebels at Old Sturbridge Village  
9/5/2009 - 9/7/2009 9:30 AM Family Fun Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village  
9/12/2009 9:30 AM Drummers Call at Old Sturbridge Village  
9/26/2009 5:00 PM Book Discussion/Local Harvest Dinner  
9/26/2009 - 9/27/2009 9:30 AM Agricultural Exhibition at Old Sturbridge Village  
10/3/2009 7:00 PM 19th-Century Harvest Party  
10/3/2009 - 10/4/2009 9:30 AM Apple Days at Old Sturbridge Village  
10/10/2009 - 10/12/2009 9:30 AM Columbus Day Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village  
10/17/2009 - 10/18/2009 9:30 AM Harvest Days at Old Sturbridge Village  
10/24/2009 5:00 PM Things that Go Bump in the Night  
11/11/2009 9:30 AM Veteran's Day Celebration at Old Sturbridge Village  
11/14/2009 6:00 PM Evening of Illumination  
11/26/2009 9:30 AM Thanksgiving at Old Sturbridge Village  
12/11/2009 - 12/20/2009 5:00 PM Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village  
12/29/2009 5:00 PM Families Cook at Old Sturbridge Village  

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2 Old Sturbridge Village Museum or Gallery Reviews
ReviewerReviewsAverage Rating
(1=Poor, 5=Excellent)
9.00
Tom Cole
Dec 21, 2004
A beautiful place to take a stroll back in time, any season of the year. There's history to learn, too, if you're so inclined.   5
Terrasa Ulm
Sep 11, 2004
A lot of ground to cover -- very informative and immersive. Check for discounts or coupons and head out early so you have the full day to enjoy the village.  4

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Last Modified: December 8, 2005 at 5:16 PM