ABOUT US

Our collection includes photographs, documents, and artifacts from the 1700s to the present day, as well as published works related to the town’s history.

The House of Local History Provides:

  • Cataloging and archival preservation of items historically significant to Williamstown
  • Exhibitions
  • Public programs on historical topics
  • Programs for school classes
  • Assistance to researchers
  • Resources for genealogists
  • Consultation to teachers, town groups, and other historical societies

Contact Us

We are located in the Milne Public Library building at:
1095 Main Street
Williamstown, MA 01267
Telephone: (413) 458-2160
Email: whlh1753@roadrunner.com or nancywb947@aol.com
Fax: 413-458-3085 (be sure to note “for House of Local History”)

Hours

Monday-Friday, 10 AM – Noon and 1 PM – 3 PM
Appointments can be scheduled at other hours if necessary. Please call us.

Staff

Director/Curator, Nancy Burstein
nancywb947@aol.com