old sturbridge village

Welcome to Old Sturbridge Village

Old Sturbridge Village is one of the country’s oldest and largest living history museums, depicting early New England life from 1790-1840 with historians in costume, antique buildings, water-powered mills, and a working farm. Visitors can view antiques, meet heritage breed animals, and enjoy hands-on crafts. The Village is open year-round, but hours change seasonally.

 

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EventTitle February 4 - Canceled
Antique Sleigh Rally

Due to warm weather and lack of snow, we have been forced to cancel our Antique Sleigh Rally. We are looking into the possibility of rescheduling the event - if Mother Nature cooperates! It has been an unseasonably mild and snow-less winter so far...

EventTitle February 11
Sweet Romance: An Evening of Chocolate and Romance
Experience Sweet Romance: An Evening of Chocolate and Romance on Saturday, February 11. Join us for an evening filled with the love letters of John and Abigail Adams, historic chocolate processing, chocolate and cheese tasting, and musical entertainment. Reservations are also being accepted for a romantic Valentine's Dinner. Learn more.
EventTitle Feb. 11-12
Be Mine: Chocolate and Valentines
Chocolate and valentines are two hallmarks of Valentines's Day celebrations; we'll feature the early American history of both in this special weekend. Learn more.
EventTitle Feb. 18-26
School Vacation Week
February's school break is just around the corner, and OSV is the perfect place for your kids to enjoy a range of wintry indoor and outdoor activities. Learn more.
EventTitle February 18-20
Washington's Birthday Celebrations
The birthday of the young nation's first great hero inspired great celebration among early 19th-century Americans. Old Sturbridge Village will celebrate the Washington's Birthday weekend in the exact same spirit, with presentations about our first president, toasts, and even a ball. Learn more.
EventTitle February 18 and March 10
Hearthside Bounty
Travel the candlelit path to the Bullard Tavern, on the Common in the historical Village, to experience a fireside evening in a 19th-century Tavern, with dinner and entertainment from early New England characters. Learn more.
EventTitle March 17
St. Patrick's Day with Full Gael
Cap a day of Celtic celebration at OSV by seeing Full Gael performing traditional Irish tunes in concert at the Stephen M. Brewer Theater. Learn more about the day and order tickets here.
EventTitle April 16-20
April School Vacation Adventures
Join OSV for our April school vacation week Adventures!  Choose our costumed Discovery Adventures or our non-costumed Exploration Adventures! Registration is now open. Learn more.
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Weddings & Special Events
OSV provides a stunning location for wedding ceremonies, receptions, showers, and rehearsal dinners. We're also an ideal location for bar and bat mitzvahs, family reunions, corporate meetings, and more. Learn more about our unique offerings.
EventTitle Through May 28, 2012
EXHIBIT: By the Fireside
Visit the newest Visitor Center Gallery exhibit, By the Fireside: Decorating the New England Parlor Hearth, 1790-1840 and see the artwork and every day objects that 19th-century Americans kept at this important focal point of the home. Watch a video. Learn more.
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College & Junior Intern Programs

OSV is now accepting applications for the College and Junior Internship programs. Deadline for Junior Interns is December 11, 2011. Deadline for College Interns for the summer is February 17, 2012. 

EventTitle February 4 & 5
Dog Days for Members

Attention OSV Members: the next Dog Days at OSV just for Members are coming up on Sat. and Sun. February 4-5, 2012. Learn more. Not a Member yet? Join now and you can enjoy visits with Fido.

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Dining at the
Oliver Wight Tavern
Sunday Brunches are highlights of the events at the Oliver Wight Tavern.  Enjoy world-class dining in a modern reproduction of a typical 1830s tavern at the entrance to the Village. See the 2011-2012 winter dining services schedule.
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The Best Birthday Party in History!
Choose from several different party themes! Birthday parties at OSV are available for children ages 5-15 and are sure to be a treasured memory! Learn more.
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