Old Newbury Historical Society

98 High Street
Newburyport, MA, 01950
978-462-2681

URL : http://www.newburyhist.com

overview : The Caleb Cushing House Museum houses the collection of the Historical Society of Old Newbury. The society dates back to 1877 and was organized for the purpose of the study and remembrance of Newbury's history which includes, Newbury, Newburyport, West Newbury, Byfield and Plum Island.

collections : Collections abound in the Cushing House. - Among them are silver, needlework, antique fans, hatboxes and 19th century toys. An extensive clock collection includes examples made by local master clockmakers David Wood and Daniel Balch. - The Cushing House also maintains a collection of area maps, photographs and genealogical references representative of the area's past.

topics : historical societies