Museum Hours

Thursday 5pm-8pm

Saturday 10am-1pm

Sunday 1pm-4pm

Admission is always FREE.

Handicap parking at rear, access via an elevator is available at the back entrance of the Museum. Ring bell.

Antiques Appraisal at Museum May 9!

The event will offer local residents an opportunity to bring antiques, collectibles, heirlooms, and unusual items to be evaluated by a highly experienced appraiser, James C. Johnston. Items may include artwork, coins, jewelry, books, documents, military items (but no guns, please!), toys, advertising items, and historical memorabilia. Verbal appraisals will be provided, along with general information about the item’s age, origin, and current market interest.

Event Details:
Saturday, May 9
Franklin Historical Museum
80 West Central St., Franklin, MA
1-5 pm
Cost: $10 for 1 item, or 3 for $25

Senior Citizen Discount (65+, $5 for 1 item and $10 for 3 items)

No appointment is necessary. For more information, contact alan.r.earls@gmail.com.

Contact Us!

Email

franklinmuseum1778@gmail.com

alan.r.earls@gmail.com

Location

80 West Central St

Franklin, MA

Mailing Address

Franklin Historical Museum

c/o Town of Franklin

355 East Central Street

Franklin, MA 02038

Volunteers wanted

Do you love history -- or just want to be involved in your community? We have an ongoing need for volunteers to help with everything from hosting, during open hours, to helping with research and exhibit development.

Curious, please contact

alan.r.earls@gmail.com

Historic Happenings at the Museum

Saturday, April 11

Opening of the Sons & Daughters of Italy Exhibit

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Sunday, April 12

Second Sunday Speaker Steve Puleo on The Italians of Greater Boston

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Franklin’s Italian community started its 'Sons & Daughters Chapter, The Quattro Eroi (four heroes) Lodge, named to honor the four Italian-American men from Franklin who died in the Great War. 2026 Marks its Centennial. On display will be photos and memorabilia.. Open 10-1, Free, Donations Appreciated.

Steve Puleo has written many books, including Dark Tide, the story of the great Mollasses Flood of 1919., and now casts his discerning eye on the region's Italian culture. Museum open 1-4, Talk begins at 1:15. Free, Donations encouraged.

Saturday, April 25

Start your Lady Bug Trail Walk at the Museum

Special hours, (open 9-3) to support the walk, complimentary waters, maps, information about the history of the Franklin Lady Bugs – and more. If rainy, regular hours will be 10-1 and the walk will move to Sunday, April 26. Sons of Italy exhibit continues.

Sunday, April 26

A Celebration of INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY
with the music of Duke Ellington

...At 3 PM, featuring the music of Duke Ellington with Tom Stuart & Dennis Ferguson on Two keyboards. Museum open 1-4 with Sons & Daughters exhibit continuing and Lady Bug Trail info available...

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