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At the Ipswich Museum, 400 years of history surround you at every turn. For information, call us at 978-356-2811.
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Our extensive collections of fine and decorative art celebrate the historical and architectural significance of Ipswich. Our offices are open from 10-4 Tuesday, Wedsnesday and Thursday year-round. Our tours are offered from 10-4 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays between Memorial Day and mid-October.

05/28/2026

Join us for the last Sunday Stroll of Spring 2026!

The weather should be mostly sunny with a high in the 60s.

Hope to see you here!

We use these bridges every day, but hardly give them a second thought as significant pieces of history. Join Scott Jewell for a walk around the town and learn about the stories the bridges and dams can tell.

When: Sunday May 31, 2026 2-3PM

Where: The tour will depart from the Ipswich Museum parking lot at 2PM and will last 45-60 minutes.

Tickets are available on our website - $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers.

05/20/2026

The Ipswich Museum is opening for the 2026 tour season this weekend!

Come on a guided tour to learn more about our historic properties and local Ipswich history.

We look forward to seeing you here!

Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Please note that we are closed on Monday for Memorial Day.

05/12/2026

Looking to get outdoors this Sunday and enjoy the upcoming good weather?

Join us for a Sunday Stroll around Ipswich!

Are you new to Ipswich or in the dark about this town’s long and rich history? The Ipswich 101 tour is designed as a crash course through Ipswich’s past. Join Scott Jewell for a walk through some of the highlights and lowlights that have shaped this great town over thousands of years.

The tour will depart from the Ipswich Museum parking lot at 2PM and will last 45-60 minutes.

Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members.

https://store.ipswichmuseum.org/dir/product/ipswich-101-sunday-stroll-may-17-2026/

05/06/2026

This Sunday, celebrate Mother’s Day with the stories of how women have shaped the town.

From the wrongfully enslaved Jenny Slew to the visionaries of the Ipswich Female Seminary, Stephanie Gaskins will guide you through Ipswich’s past from a new perspective.

Mothers are free with a paying family member!

When: Sunday May 10, 2026 2-3PM

Where: The tour will depart from the Ipswich Museum parking lot at 2PM and will last 45-60 minutes.

Tickets available for purchase on our website: $10 for members, $15 for non-members, $0 for mothers with a paid ticket.

https://store.ipswichmuseum.org/dir/product/the-women-of-ipswich-sunday-stroll-may-10-2026/

05/01/2026

Happy May! 🌷🌸💐🌼

Check out the upcoming happenings with the Ipswich Museum.

We'd love to have you join us!

https://ipswichmuseum.org/

04/30/2026

Join us for a special “show and tell” featuring the Ipswich Museum’s quilt collection.

Curator Katherine Chaison will share a selection of quilts that are not on public view and talk about their backgrounds and history.

You’ll also make a keepsake to take home!

Limited spots! Reserve yours ASAP.

Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Location: Appleton Room @ IM
Cost: $15 Members / $20 Non-members

Tickets are available on our website.

https://store.ipswichmuseum.org/dir/product/stories-and-stitches-quilt-history-and-handiwork/

04/24/2026

Join us this Wednesday, April 29th for a fun, immersive art experience!

Spots are still available for the following printmaking workshops taught by local artist Ashley Doke.

An Afternoon of Printmaking and Arthur Wesley Dow:
Perfect for young artists ages 6-10, this class will last from 3:45 - 4:45 PM

An Evening of Printmaking and Arthur Wesley Dow:
This session is for adults. The doors will open at 5:30 PM for light refreshments and the opening introduction of Dow and following printmaking workshop will last from 6:00 – 8:00 PM

More information and tickets are available on our website!

https://ipswichmuseum.org/dow-arts-classes/

04/23/2026

Join us this sunny Sunday for an informative stroll around town!

Who knew that Ipswich was in the epicenter of the American Revolution? Join Scott Jewell on a walk around town and learn about what happened here 250 years ago.

The tour will depart from the Ipswich Museum parking lot at 2PM.

Tickets are available on our website.

https://store.ipswichmuseum.org/dir/product/ipswich-in-the-revolution-sunday-stroll-april-26-2026/

04/22/2026

Check out the events happening at the museum this month!

We'd love to see you here!

04/21/2026

Our Sunday Stroll series this year began with a bit of foul weather, but those who braved the rain were treated to a tasty slice of cake to celebrate Arthur Wesley Dow.

The weather eventually permitted a stroll through historical neighborhoods of Ipswich allowing participants to learn more about Dow's life and legacy with Dow Curator Stephanie Gaskins.

Thank you to all who contributed to such a lovely time!!!!

04/16/2026

Join us this Sunday for a lovely walk around Ipswich - rain or shine, we'll have a good time!

Tickets available on our website.

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Website

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