American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

Name: American Antiquarian Society
Address: 185 Salisbury St, Worcester, 01609-1636, United States
Telephone: +1 508-755-5221

#41 among attractions in Worcester

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The American Antiquarian Society, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is both a learned society and a national research library of pre-twentieth-century American history and culture. Founded in 1812, it is the oldest historical society in the United States with a national focus. Its main building, known as Antiquarian Hall, is a U.S. National Historic Landmark in recognition of this legacy. The mission of the AAS is to collect, preserve and make available for study all printed records of what is now known as the United States of America. This includes materials from the first European settlement through the year 1876. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1812 (212 years ago)Coordinates: 42°16'38"N, 71°48'37"W

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185 Salisbury StWest Worcester (Salisbury Street)Worcester 01609-1636 United States

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+1 508-755-5221

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American Antiquarian Society – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: DCU Center, Worcester Art Museum, Armsby Abbey, Equestrian statue of Charles Devens.

1 miSE
Concerts and shows, Convention center, Sport
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27 min walk • The DCU Center is an indoor arena and convention center complex in downtown Worcester, Massachusetts. The facility hosts a variety of events, including concerts, sporting events, family shows, conventions, trade-shows and meetings.
0.5 miSE
Encyclopedic collection of art treasures
Worcester Art Museum, Worcester
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Worcester, Massachusetts, the Worcester Art Museum stands as a beacon of culture and history. Established in 1898, this prestigious institution boasts a diverse collection of over 38,000 works of art, spanning 5,000 years of human creativity.
0.8 miSE
Nightlife
Armsby Abbey, Worcester
20 min walk • The Armsby Block is an historic mixed-use residential and commercial building at 144-148 Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Built in 1885 to a design by noted local architect Stephen Earle, it is a well-preserved example of Panel Brick architecture. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
0.7 miSE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Charles Devens, Worcester
18 min walk • The equestrian statue of Charles Devens is a public monument in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States.
1.1 miSE
City hall, Shopping centre, Neo-renaissance architecture
Worcester City Hall and Common, Worcester
29 min walk • The Worcester City Hall and Common, the civic heart of the city, are a historic city hall and town common at 455 Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The city hall and common were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
0.9 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Mechanics Hall, Worcester
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0.5 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Tuckerman Hall, Worcester
14 min walk • Tuckerman Hall is a concert hall in Worcester, Massachusetts. It was built in 1902 in the Neoclassical style and restored in 1999. The architect was Josephine Wright Chapman. It is the home of the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra. Other current uses include weddings, receptions and other events.
~1530 ftW
Tower, Historical place, Memorial
Bancroft Tower, Worcester
8 min walk • Bancroft Tower is a 56-foot-high natural stone and granite tower, which looks like a miniature feudal castle. It is located in Salisbury Park, in the city of Worcester, Massachusetts.
0.5 miSE
Museum, Architecture, History museum
Salisbury Mansion, Worcester
14 min walk • The Salisbury Mansion and Store is an historic house museum at 40 Highland Street in Worcester, Massachusetts.
0.6 miS
Universities and schools
Becker College, Worcester
15 min walk • Becker College was a private college in Worcester and Leicester, Massachusetts. Becker College traced its history from the union of two Massachusetts educational institutions—one founded in 1784 and the other in 1887.
~1300 ftE
Park
Institute Park, Worcester
7 min walk • Institute Park is a public park in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded on donated land in 1887, it is located next to the campus of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The park is 24.6 acres in size.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is American Antiquarian Society open?

American Antiquarian Society is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 7 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to American Antiquarian Society?

Nearby attractions include Massachusetts Avenue Historic District, Worcester (4 min walk), Aldus Chapin Higgins House, Worcester (4 min walk), Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester (6 min walk), Institute Park, Worcester (7 min walk).

How to get to American Antiquarian Society by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Antiquarian Society:

Bus

Worcester Bus Station (34 min walk)
WRTA Transportation Hub (34 min walk)

Train

Worcester (35 min walk)