Ipswich Historical Society and Museums in Ipswich, Essex County, United States | Museum

Since 1890, the core mission of the Ipswich Historical Society has not changed. We continue to preserve and collect, including 20th century items, but today we place a greater emphasis on sharing our resources. We continue to maintain the Whipple and Heard House Museums, and we continue to look for ways to be engaging, accessible, and relevant. We open the museums to the public May through October; host lectures and informal lunch discussions; initiate or support community programs; publish a newsletter; assist with research; maintain a website; and coordinate with other cultural organizations to enhance an appreciation of the history of Ipswich and Essex County among current audiences and the next generation.