Chelmsford Historical Society

About Us

Organized in 1930, the Chelmsford Historical Society is a non-profit organization of people who care about Chelmsford's heritage and local history. The society is an educational and cultural resource for the Town of Chelmsford and the Merrimack Valley, dedicated to the preservation of the historical heritage of our town for the good of all of the people of Chelmsford.

Mission: To collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret documents and artifacts reflecting the life of Chelmsford and its people from the 17th century to the present. Visitors to the Barrett-Byam Homestead learn about Chelmsford's history and culture through tours of period rooms and exhibits, and participation in educational and social programs. Much of the material formerly available only to visitors in our library is now accessible on this website for research and enjoyment.

Join Us!

Membership: Become a member or make a donation on the Membership page to help sustain our work. Membership will allow you to stay informed with our on-line newsletter (hard copy mail for those without internet). Enjoy an ever-increasing database of interesting Chelmsford historical tidbits on the Fun Facts page.

Board of Directors: If you have an interest in local history and are looking for something meaningful to do with your spare time, we invite you to sit in on our Board of Directors meetings as a Member-at-Large. Learn more about your community and meet a fine bunch of people! Send us an email. Our Bylaws can be read here.

Visiting

Hours of Operation: We are open for tours by appointment only and during special events. Send an email to arrange a tour or check the Calendar page to see scheduled events.

Directions: The Homestead is located 1¼ miles from Chelmsford Center. Follow Acton Road (Route 27) one mile from the Center, then turn right onto Byam Road. Continue on Byam Road a quarter mile to the Homestead on your left.

Chelmsford Souvenirs

Coasters, six designs
$4 each, four for $15

504 Piece Picture Puzzles
two designs, $20 each

Chelmsford glassware
three styles, $10 each

These items, historical books and more can be purchased at Historical Society events and at Charles Frederick Jewelers at 18 Alpine Lane. See their selection of souvenirs. The historical books and puzzles are also available in the Town Manager's office at 50 Billerica Road. If you live outside the area and would like an item shipped, email us.

You are Visitor

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