Discover Our
History

If you’re interested in learning about Monson,
we will be happy to give you an insider’s view.

All Volunteer
Organization

If you would like to get more involved with us,
we always welcome volunteers.

About Monson Historical Society

Who we are

The Monson Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization that was incorporated in 1959. If you would like to get more involved with us, we always welcome volunteers. You do not necessarily need to have knowledge of Monson, as your curiosity will suffice. We need people of all levels of talent, from general volunteering to those who are computer literate and may be interested in serving on the board. There are many ways that you can help out and we look forward to hearing from you with your interests and ideas.

History of Monson Historical Society

Our History

To obtain and preserve historical data and articles pertaining to the town of Monson, Massachusetts, and to encourage and develop the pursuit and expression of such interests in all suitable ways.

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Featured Collections

The Monson Historical Society is always looking to obtain items that relate to the history of Monson. These items can be from long ago or more recently. These could be things like: photographs, diaries/letters, ledgers/store records, account books, signs, original home movies, Monson organization memorabilia, Monson participation in the military, store give-aways/promotions, trading cards, postcards, items made in Monson, etc.

A sample of items that may be donated are shown below:

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Featured Collection
A.D. Ellis Mills
A.D. Ellis Mills, Inc. tag; Town of Monson Police Department war on drugs booklet – 1970; Monson High School Class of 1929 Yearbook; Monson Academy Catalogue 1892-1893; Monson High School Class Day Program 1924
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Featured Collections
A History of Hampden County Massachusetts Volume III 1902 Monson Illustrated 1884
A History of Hampden County Massachusetts Volume III 1902 Monson Illustrated 1884
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Featured Collection
U. S. Air Force Women's Summer Uniform, War Song Book 1918, Handmade knitting bag for Grange Contest

Events

December 15th 2024 1PM - 4PM

October 13, 2017

Membership

If you are interested in joining the Monson Historical Society, please click on the link below, print the application form and mail it to: Monson Historical Society Inc., P. O. Box 77, Monson, MA  01057 along with your check made out to the Monson Historical Society, Inc.