Name: Guided Highlight Tour
Start: 2025-11-13T12:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-13T12:30:00+00:00
Location: Old Colony History Museum

September 2025
Featured September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Chelsea Clock Company: 146 Years of Boston Clockmaking

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Just in time for the Old Colony History Museum’s new timepiece display “Second Hand Stories,” East Freetown’s own Patrick Mont—factory-trained clockmaker and Chelsea expert— explores the history of a legendary clockmaking brand. Mont’s passion for horology ignited while working on the historic designs of Chelsea Clock Company, and now he’s sharing the fascinating story behind [...]
October 2025
Featured October 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A Loyalist’s Fate: The Story of Daniel Leonard

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

At the time of the American Revolution, Taunton’s most notorious Loyalist lawyer was a man named Daniel Leonard. What became of him? As the 251st celebration of the Liberty & Union flag (Liberty & Union Day) quickly approaches, you’ll get the chance to meet him in person! Join us as historical reenactor Michael Lepage brings [...]
October 11

Closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day/ Columbus Day
Featured October 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tavern Night at the OCHM

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Raise a Glass to Revolution! We’re excited to announce the return of one of OCHM’s most spirited traditions — OCHM Tavern Night! Step into the past for an evening of live music, lively conversation, and historic charm. The night before Liberty & Union Day we’ll transform the museum into a cozy 18th-century tavern, where [...]
Featured October 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Liberty & Union Day 2025

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Celebrate Taunton’s proud Revolutionary spirit! Join us on Saturday, October 18 for a full day of history, music, food, and family fun at the Old Colony History Museum. Step back in time as we commemorate the historic raising of the Liberty & Union flag in 1774—one of the first patriotic flags raised in defiance of [...]
Featured October 24 @ 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm

Beer with Bronson

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Every other month, for one night only, Curator Bronson Michaud shares a collection of objects that you won’t see anywhere else. This is your chance to explore these fascinating pieces up close and hear their unique stories. And, thanks to Berkley Beer Company, you can enjoy an ice-cold beer (or root beer) with your admission! [...]

Free – $10
Featured October 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Haunted History Walking Tour

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Spooky Season is here! Join the Old Colony History Museum for our Haunted History Tours of Downtown Taunton!Explore haunted happenings, eerie legends, and mysterious tales from the city’s past as we stroll through downtown. Three tour options: Saturday, 10/25 at 11 am Wednesday, 10/29 at 4 pm Thursday, 10/30 at 4 pm Tours depart from the [...]

$5 – $10
Featured October 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Haunted History Walking Tour

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

🎃👻 Spooky Season is here! 👻🎃 Join the Old Colony History Museum for our Haunted History Tours of Downtown Taunton!Explore haunted happenings, eerie legends, and mysterious tales from the city’s past as we stroll through downtown. 📅 Three tour options: Saturday, 10/25 at 11am Wednesday, 10/29 at 4pm Thursday, 10/30 at 4pm 📍 Tours depart [...]

$5 – $10
Featured October 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Haunted History Walking Tour

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

🎃👻 Spooky Season is here! 👻🎃 Join the Old Colony History Museum for our Haunted History Tours of Downtown Taunton!Explore haunted happenings, eerie legends, and mysterious tales from the city’s past as we stroll through downtown. 📅 Three tour options: Saturday, 10/25 at 11am Wednesday, 10/29 at 4pm Thursday, 10/30 at 4pm 📍 Tours depart [...]

$5 – $10
November 2025
November 13 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Guided Highlight Tour

Old Colony History Museum 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA 02780, Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet standout objects from our collection, and get a taste of the rich history that shaped Southeastern Massachusetts. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike—no reservation needed, just drop [...]