The Great Barrington Historical Society has been awarded a much needed $75,000 grant from the Jane and Jack Fitzpatrick Trust Read More

GBHS Museum spring hours are now in effect. Visit us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 10am and Sundays from 9am to 2pm. Read More

As you are probably aware, the main floor of the Dutch Wagon House and privy addition were completed last year, Read More

When photography was new in the Victorian Era, studios in Great Barrington, especially on Railroad Street, became very popular. Read More

Lucien Aigner is widely considered a pioneer photojournalist who took photographs of famous figures throughout Europe, Read More

What is your legacy? Do you have a desire to make a lasting difference? You are a part of our town’s history. Be part of our effort to ensure that Read More

The Great Barrington Historical Society and the Great Barrington Historical Commission wish to honor and pay tribute to both legendary local Read More

Our thanks go out to Eagle Scout Alekander Kay for organizing a work party to beautify the front yard of the Museum after the large tulip tree Read More

While doing research for our current display at the Great Barrington Town Museum, our Executive Director Bob Krol was intrigued Read More