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  • “Sharing the Spirit of America,” A Live Reading of the Declaration of Independence

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

    The Declaration of Independence was first read publicly on July 8, 1776. On July 8, 2026, in partnership with the City of Taunton, the Old Colony History Museum will join organizations across Massachusetts in a simultaneous reading of this historic document. The museum will offer extended hours for this special community celebration. Beginning at 5:00 [...]

  • SOLD OUT: Revolutionary Trolley Tours

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

    Climb aboard for a journey into Taunton’s revolutionary past. The Old Colony History Museum is proud to introduce Revolutionary Trolley Tours in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Travel through historic Taunton aboard a guided trolley tour exploring: The town’s role in the American Revolution The historic Liberty & Union flag raising [...]

  • SOLD OUT-Revolutionary Trolley Tours – August 8

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

    🚨 A second Revolutionary Trolley Tour date has been added! 🚨 Due to the overwhelming demand for our August 1 Revolutionary Trolley Tours, we are excited to offer two additional opportunities to climb aboard and explore Taunton’s revolutionary past! Join the Old Colony History Museum on Saturday, August 8 for a guided trolley tour celebrating [...]

  • King Philip’s War: 350 Years Later

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

    As we mark the close of the 350th anniversary of King Philip's War join Pokanoket Tribal Historian Don "Strong Turtle" Brown, Jr. and Old Colony History Museum Director Eric Schultz for a thought-provoking discussion on the conflict's impact on the Old Colony and New England. Drawing on both historical research and Indigenous perspectives, this conversation [...]

  • Kids Corner

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

    Kids’ Corner: Enrichment with History Bring your young historians to the Old Colony History Museum for Kids Corner—a monthly hands-on experience where children can explore local history through activities inspired by artifacts from our collection. After the activity, families are invited to continue exploring the Museum at their own pace or join Curator Bronson Michaud for [...]

  • Virtual Lecture: David Cobb in Massachusetts

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

    VIRTUAL EVENT: A Zoom link will be included in your registration receipt. A Two-Part Lecture Series in Partnership with the Old Colony History Museum & Woodlawn Museum The Old Colony History Museum and Woodlawn Museum are pleased to present a two-part lecture series exploring the life and legacy of David Cobb (1748–1830), a Revolutionary War [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Beer with Bronson: Food & Drink

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

    Join Curator of Collections Bronson Michaud for a beer (or root beer) and some fun history in this fan-favorite OCHM program. Each installment features a different theme drawn from the museum’s collections. For this edition, Bronson will present a curated selection of objects connected to this month's theme: Food & Drink, that are rarely, if [...]