Society Hours & Exhibits

Society Headquarters
Open to the public and by appointment

The Canton Historical Society is open the second Sunday of every month from 1:00 - 4:00 pm (schedule below) 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 2026

Special Events 
Archeology at the Gridley Cemetery
Saturday, October 10, 11 am - 2 pm
Where: 13 Kinsley Pl, Canton, MA 02021

Join the UMass Boston Fiske Center for Archaeological Research at the historic Gridley Cemetery on Saturday, October 10 from 11 am to 2 pm. Faculty and graduate students from the historical archaeology program will be conducting a program of experimental Ground Penetrating Radar.  Archaeologists and members of the Canton Historical Society will be on site to discuss this historic site and the non-invasive research being conducted in collaboration with the Town of Canton Historical Commission. The tests will be conducted over the course of several days to assess the cemetery for future preservation.

​This is a project funded by the Community Preservation Act through the Town of Canton.
Annual Yard Sale 
The Canton Historical Society Annual Yard Sale returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026

We’re seeking donations of clean, useful, and interesting items, including household goods, collectibles, books, kitchenware, decorative pieces, vintage treasures, and small furnishings. Please, no clothing, linens, or large furniture.

We also need volunteers to help sort, price, transport, organize, and display items before and during the sale. If you have a knack for yard sales, this is your moment to shine.

Members-Only Preview: 8:30–9:00 a.m.
Public Sale: 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
To donate or volunteer, contact
​Carol Munson at 781-828-1670 or [email protected].
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Clear out a closet, lend a hand, or come hunt for a treasure. Every donation and every volunteer helps support the work of the Canton Historical Society.
2026 Annual Meeting 
Sunday, October 18, 2026
1:30 pm 
1400 Washington Street 
Join us for the annual corporation meeting of the Society. 
2026 Monthly Open House Schedule 
All events are held from 1 PM to 4 PM.

November 8: Open House
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Holiday Open House Schedule
November 29: Holiday Open House
December 6: Holiday Open House
December 13: Holiday Open House
December 17: Thursday Evening Holiday Open House (6:00 - 9:00 pm)
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2026 Open House Sponsor