Dedham Museum & Archive

The Museum is installing a new permanent exhibit in the main gallery.

The main gallery is open to view two new exhibits, Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11:00-5:00; Fridays 11:00-4:00,
and for upcoming events and programs.
The newly renovated Gift Shop is also open during these hours.
Saturday hours will return on September 26th.
The back gallery remains closed until completion of the permanent exhibit installation. Please pardon our appearance.

If you would like to visit the Archive, please make an appointment 

What's Happening

Upcoming Events through September

Mah Jongg: SOLD OUT. Tuesdays, September 8-October 6
New Member Meet & Greet, September 9th
Dot Day at the Museum! September 13th
Fall Speaker Series, September, 16th
Tavern Night, September 25th
Dedham Day, September 27th

EXHIBITS

Dedham in the Revolution, July through December 2026

Artistry 2026 — Moments of Joy  July 30th-November 30th

The Museum galleries are undergoing renovations. The back gallery remains closed and exhibits are limited.

Collections
6000
Archive Items
150 +

Collections

The museum and archive hold material related to Dedham’s history and that of the nation.

Plan Your Visit

Essential information about visiting the museum and archive . . .

Programs & Events

Lectures, gatherings, tours, and more . . .

Learn at Dedham

Access Dedham’s history through programming and educational initiatives.

Belong to Something Lasting

Become a member and Belong to Something Lasting. Your support helps save history for the future.

Support Us

Are you interested in supporting a particular resource such as our educational programming, the archive, collections fund, or operating expenses? Please help us Save History for the Future and make a donation.

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