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Join
Join our thriving community and keep our critical work moving forward, whether you are new to the area or a 10th-generation descendant. Since 1877, the Museum of Old Newbury has been collecting, preserving, and presenting the history of Newburyport, Newbury, West Newbury, Byfield, and Plum Island. Through objects, documents, and informative programming, we tell the stories of local people from the past four centuries.
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Visit
Seasonal Saturdays! Winter Museum Hours begin on October 17, 2026. The museum will stay open on Saturdays from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. (*Last tour at 3 p.m.) Weather permitting.
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Holidays at the Cushing House - 2026
Visit the 1808 Cushing House on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to enjoy this National Historic Landmark in all its holiday finery!
OFFICE HOURS
From mid-October–May, off-season Office Hours are 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday. Please call to confirm as hours are subject to change.
During our regular open season Office Hours are 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesday–Friday. Please call to confirm as hours are subject to change.
LEARN
Cemetery walking tours, lectures, and special events—learn about upcoming programs here. Sign up for our informative bi-weekly newsletters here. Explore the site—there are many resources for your research, genealogy projects, and curiosity about local lore.
