72 Oak Street

P.O. Box 272

Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538

(207) 633-0820

brhs@gwi.net

Hours 10-2 Wed-Sat

                                                                            Drawing by Alden Stickney

THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Boothbay Region Historical Society is located at the 1874 Elizabeth F. Reed house and its grounds, Fullerton Park. Many of the furnishings in the museum in the building were Reed family heirlooms. The society has traditionally represented the three towns in the region: Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, and Southport, though Southport is now ably represented by its own society.  The museum displays local historical mementos and houses documentary collections. The society is governed by a board of trustees and has a part-time director and administrative assistant. It is supported by membership dues, book and map sales, and donations. Among the benefits of membership are newsletters and a reduction in the cost of purchases. We encourage people to consider membership in the society and join the effort to preserve the past.

Officers and Trustees

How may I contact the Society?

Boothbay Region Historical Society
P.O. Box 272
72 Oak Street 
Boothbay Harbor,   ME  04538-0272  

Telephone: (207) 633-0820

email: brhs@gwi.net
 

Where is 72 Oak Street?

Click here to view a map showing our location.

When may I visit?

Hours: Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
 

Is there an admissions charge?

No, a visit to the museum is free. However, we welcome donations.

Is the society a membership organization?

Yes, we encourage people to become dues-paying members. 
Click here for membership information.

Is there a guided tour inside the museum?

No, you're welcome to move through the exhibit rooms at your own pace.

How old is the society?

We were founded in 1967; we have been at two prior locations; and we found our permanent home on Oak Street in 1984.

How can I become a volunteer?

Come to the historical society and tell us the good news! Your interests will be fitted to the jobs at hand, whether it is in buildings and grounds, archival collections, or any of the many activities we carry on.

Do you accept artifact contributions?

Yes, almost everything we have has been given to us. We focus specifically on items of local significance.