Published: 7/7/2019 9:40:07 PM
Modified: 7/7/2019 9:40:05 PM
PHILLIPSTON — The Historical Society of Phillipston, Inc. is sponsoring its 7th Annual Family Day at the Museum on Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The rain date is July 21.
The family-friendly event will be held at 80 State Rd., Route 2A, adjacent to the Phillipston Fire Station.
Children can sit on the tractors, and takea free wagon ride. The event is free and open to the public.
Linda Langevin, Committee Chair said, “The day will be very educational as well as lots of fun. The collectors are an enthusiastic bunch and love to share their knowledge and experience with others. Some will demonstrate how their tractors and engines were used ‘back in the day’, including an engine that churns homemade ice cream for us to share.”
The Historical Society of Phillipston, Inc. was established in 2000 as a 501c(3) nonprofit. The purpose of the society is to encourage an interest in the history of Phillipston and to establish and maintain its museum. The Society renovated the former Methodist Church on State Road as a museum and in 2013 moved it a quarter mile up the road to a new location with space for expansion. Also in 2013 the Society acquired land at the Goulding Village site in east Phillipston which is used to showcase the industrial past of the town. In 2007 the Society published The Spirit of Phillipston, a fascinating history of the town — 352 pages and over 700 photos. The book can be purchased from the Society.
Throughout the year, the Society holds regular, almost monthly programs that are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. For more information call 978-939-5656.