Truro, MA
The Truro Historical Society takes you back to the past through its collection of artifacts, images, and historical documents on display and in repository at the Highland House Museum and Cobb Archive.
Highland House ca. 1910 (THS Collection) Cobb Library ca. 1912 (THS Collection)
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Every summer the museum hosts events and activities (for children also) designed around Truro’s rich local history.
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View the Highland House Collection >>
Visit the Cobb Archive >>
View the Summer 2012 Events >>
Get directions >>
Become part of a vibrant community of individuals from Truro and afar–all interested in local history. Society membership gives you access to programs and events that enrich and inspire. Learn more about the benefits of membership >>
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preservation and educational goals with a financial donation, a donation-in-kind, or a donation of relevant artifacts.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Come to our special exhibition and fund raising event, “Truro in the World,” on August 25th in the main gallery of the Highland House Museum. Enjoy access to the Museum collection, cocktails, and sit-down dinner. The guest speaker will be Stephen Kinzer, reknowned journalist, author, and Truro summer resident. Special exhibits will feature Truro’s contributions to the worlds of art, literature, and industry. Includes a silent auction of imaginatively decorated objects by local artists. 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Tickets available in advance at $100 each at 508-487-3397 or at director@trurohistorical.org. Seating is limited.
ca. 1950s Band at Snow’s Field(Cobb Archive)
The Highland House Museum opened on June 1st with seven new permanent or rotating exhibits in the main gallery, new paintings in our lobby, a new historical photograph collection in the stairwell and second floor landing, and a refurbished resource room. “Laura Silva – Sense of Place,” opened on June 2nd. “Antique Cookware” opens on June 30th and features a Tasting of dishes from our new cookbook, Truro Cooks, from 4:30 to 7:00 PM.”
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View the Summer 2012 Events >>