Society Hours & Exhibits |
Society Headquarters |
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Open to the public and by appointment
The Canton Historical Society is normally open the second Sunday of every month from 1:00 - 4:00 pm or by appointment. In addition, we are open on some public holidays and for our quarterly and annual meetings. We maintain an exhibit space at the Canton Public Library, as well as a virtual exhibit on our website. Also, our building headquarters features ever-changing exhibits of local interest. Our signature preservation project is the restoration of the David and Abigail Tilden House. Learn more. |
1400 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021 781-615-9040 |
Special Event Schedule 2024
Special Events
Saturday, September 7
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Annual Yard Sale
Join Canton Historical Society for its annual yard sale at the David and Abigail Tilden House, 93 Pleasant Street, Canton. Featured items include jewelry, furniture, books, household items, and bric-a-brac. Historical Society fans will want to check out the new Canton green t-shirts featuring our beloved viaduct. Become a member, or renew your membership right on site. Bring cash, checkbooks, and credit cards. (credit card minimum purchase $25). Rain date to be announced in case of inclement weather.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Annual Yard Sale
Join Canton Historical Society for its annual yard sale at the David and Abigail Tilden House, 93 Pleasant Street, Canton. Featured items include jewelry, furniture, books, household items, and bric-a-brac. Historical Society fans will want to check out the new Canton green t-shirts featuring our beloved viaduct. Become a member, or renew your membership right on site. Bring cash, checkbooks, and credit cards. (credit card minimum purchase $25). Rain date to be announced in case of inclement weather.
Sunday, September 29 (rain date October 6)
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (last tour slot is 4:00 pm)
Dearly Departed: A Tour of Canton Corner Cemetery
The Canton Corner Cemetery is the oldest public cemetery in America still in use today. And, it is among the top ten oldest overall. With over 140,000 graveyards in the country, Canton holds a very special place in terms of historic burying grounds. Come join us for a walking tour and we will stop at several locations throughout the upper cemetery. You will tour the crypts and several famous spots in the old cemetery.
Tickets Available for 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 pm slots.
Parking at 1st Parish Church.
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (last tour slot is 4:00 pm)
Dearly Departed: A Tour of Canton Corner Cemetery
The Canton Corner Cemetery is the oldest public cemetery in America still in use today. And, it is among the top ten oldest overall. With over 140,000 graveyards in the country, Canton holds a very special place in terms of historic burying grounds. Come join us for a walking tour and we will stop at several locations throughout the upper cemetery. You will tour the crypts and several famous spots in the old cemetery.
Tickets Available for 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 pm slots.
Parking at 1st Parish Church.