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Special Collections
Special Collections
Cornerstone of Wilmington's historical collection, including photos, manuscripts, and social history. Substantial enough to form the basis for the town history book, lost for 60 years, then purchased by the town.
Recent find at the Bowdoin College Special Collections Library. Medical records for the 1836-1841 time period.
George Spanos Panels
George Spanos Panels
Coming Soon!
Pictures gathered by Wilmington resident, George Spanos, of servicemen & women during the Second World War.
Temporary Exhibits
Temporary Exhibits
These temporary exhibits are presented after through research and preparation by the Curator of the Town Museum.
Current exhibits can be seen in person as part of the free tour at the Wilmington Town Museum at the Harnden Tavern, which is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-2, and periodically for a Sunday afternoon open house. Call 978-658-5475 or email the Museum at clyon@wilmingtonma.gov to schedule a tour outside of regular hours. Located at 430 Salem Street, Wilmington MA.
Henny Penny Collection
Henny Penny Collection
Henry Wilson Sargent (1873-1941) was a local tinkerer, bicycle repairman, and model builder. Exhibited here are toys and models from his collection.
Native American Artifacts
Native American Artifacts
Arrowheads and other artifacts gathered from the region, of unknown origin donated to the Musuem.
Colored machine-made glassware distributed free as part of promotional campaigns made in the period 1929-1939
see also Wikipedia
Two women who played critical roles in supporting, documenting, and organizing Wilmington's history from the 1970s to today.
Discovering the Museum
Discovering the Museum
Come with your school field trip or at a summer open house, and you'll find antique games available!
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