Historical Commission

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The Sudbury Historical Commission, established by a special town meeting vote in 1968 and acting under Section 8D of Chapter 40 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth for the preservation, protection and development of the historical or archaeological assets of the Town, has jurisdiction over all aspects of historic buildings and structures, and properties currently owned by the town, or any such facilities that might be acquired. Currently these include the Hosmer House and Loring Parsonage, along with the Haynes Garrison site on Water Row, Revolutionary War Training Field on Old County Road and the Revolutionary War Cemetery in the center of town.

The Commission manages building use, occupancy and maintenance, and furnishings at the above facilities, and also serves as advocate for other historic groups and coordinates related programs. It is headquartered at Hosmer House which was given to the Town by Miss Florence Hosmer to honor her father. The building remains exclusively as a memorial to the Hosmer Family and houses a collection of their memorabilia, plus 497 of Miss Hosmer's paintings.

The Historical Commission is made up of 7 members, with special interest and knowledge of historical preservation, who are appointed by the Town Manager, subject to the approval of the Board of Selectmen.

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Fourth of July Open House at the Hosmer House

Join in the fun on the 4th of July in the center of Sudbury from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Hosmer House. As always, the artwork of Florence Hosmer will be displayed throughout the house. Homemade pies baked by The Sudbury Villagers and Friends of the Historical Commission will be available for purchase and admission is free. More →

Posted On: Wednesday, June 13, 2018

FINAL WEEKEND: Holiday Open House at the Hosmer House

The Hosmer House will host its annual Open House on the weekends of December 2nd – 3rd and December 9th – 10th, 2017. More →

Posted On: Friday, December 8, 2017

Holiday Open House at the Hosmer House

The Hosmer House will host its annual Open House Saturdays and Sundays on December 3rd, 4th, 10th and 11th from 10:30 AM until 4:00 PM. More →

Posted On: Friday, December 2, 2016

Historical Commission Opening

Applications are now being accepted to serve on Sudbury’s Historical Commission. Interested residents are requested to download an application from the Town website: www.sudbury.ma.us. Click on “Volunteer and Job Opportunities” to access the application, and email to webmaster@sudbury.ma.us … More →

Posted On: Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Minuteman Fair at the Wayside Inn

The Historical Commission will be attending the Minuteman Fair at The Wayside Inn on September, 24th from 10 am to 4 pm. Additional details to follow.

Updated On: Thursday, August 18, 2016

Farmers’ Market at Heritage Park

On Saturday, September 10th a Farmers’ Market will be held at Heritage Park. The Hosmer house will be open to visitors from 10 am to 4:00 pm on that date.

Posted On: Wednesday, April 20, 2016

2nd Annual Home & Hearth Tour Features Hidden Neighborhood

Sudbury’s 2nd Annual Home & Hearth Tour Features Hidden King Philip Neighborhood More →

Posted On: Friday, May 27, 2016

2nd Annual Home and Hearth Tour

2nd Annual Home and Hearth Tour on May 21st from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM More →

Posted On: Friday, May 20, 2016

The Hosmer House Goes Hollywood this Holiday Season!

The Sudbury Historical Commission invites you to ‘walk the red carpet’ this holiday season at their Annual Holiday Open House at the Historic Hosmer House in Sudbury Center. More →

Updated On: Friday, December 11, 2015

Hosmer House – Sudbury Old Time Fair

The Hosmer House will be celebrating the Sudbury Old Time Fair with several exciting events. Tours of the House will be given from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm on Saturday, September 12th. More →

Posted On: Tuesday, September 1, 2015