Narragansett Historical Society

Narragansett Historical Society

The Narragansett Historical Society has been a place for people who care about and contribute to the understanding of the history of Templeton and the surrounding area since 1924.  Come by the museum and see a bit of local history. Our organization is doing fine, we...
Webster-Dudley Historical Society

Webster-Dudley Historical Society

The Webster-Dudley Historical Society is comprised of a small group of volunteers who are caretakers and stewards in protecting and preserving various historical objects that have been donated and that are relevant to both towns’ history for present and future...
Samuel Slater Experience

Samuel Slater Experience

The Samuel Slater Experience tells Slater’s Oxford, Dudley and Webster story. They bring Samuel Slater and the history of this rich industrial area back to life. Samuel Slater became involved in the textile industry at the age of 14 and completed a seven year long...
Historical Society of Phillipston

Historical Society of Phillipston

In 1786 Phillipston (known as Gerry at the time) was incorporated as a town by merging the western section of Templeton with the eastern section of Athol making it easier for residents to attend church, a requirement at the time. When elderly Phillipston residents...
Craig Chartier

Craig Chartier

I specialize in archaeology, the 17th century, and education geared toward the local historical organization. I am a professional archaeologist with decades of excavation and education experience. 355 Orchard St New Bedford, MA 02740   Learn more about Craig...