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Join
Since 1877, the Museum of Old Newbury has been collecting, preserving, and presenting the history of Newburyport, Newbury, West Newbury, Byfield, and Plum Island. With objects and documents, we tell the stories of local people from the past four centuries. Whether you are new to the area or a 10th generation descendant, we invite you to become a member today!
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Visit
Regular Season Museum Tours begin on May 28, 2026. Thursday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tours are on the hour. (*Last tour is at 4:00 p.m.)
Winter tours are being offered: Saturdays from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. (*Last tour at 3 p.m.) Weather permitting.
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A Front Row Seat to Declaration Day
Three videos that take you to our town-wide celebration commemorating the first reading of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago. Processions of soldiers, the Declaration arriving by horse and rider, Governor Maura Healey giving remarks, reenactors throughout the parks and streets: come along.
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.