At the Medfield Historical Society history comes alive! We are an enthusiastic nonprofit membership organization working to preserve and share Medfield’s history. Our library and archives, our museum and our rich offerings of programs and exhibitions are accessible to all—building a sense of excitement for local history, pride of citizenship, and stewardship of our legacy for generations to come.
Our programs bring history to life and cultivate our collective memory showing how we as a town define ourselves and our cultural fabric. Our ability to preserve, collect, and share Medfield’s rich heritage is only possible through your generosity. Please join or donate today and help keep our history alive!
Featured Event
Dennis J. Curran Presents “The Boston Massacre Trials: Blood in the Snow”
Wednesday, April 2, 6:00 pm, Council on Aging, One Ice House Road, Medfield
Denounced as an act of unprovoked violence, the 1770 event remains widely known yet misunderstood. This talk explores the dramatic episode, its trials, and the role of John Adams in defending British troops. Presented by Hon. Dennis J. Curran (Ret.) as part of his lecture series, Great Trials That Changed History: A Judge’s Perspective.
Co-sponsored by the Medfield Public Library and Medfield Council on Aging. Free and open to the public, but registration required. Please join us!