Buttonwoods Museum

06/01/2026

In case you missed it, here are a few photos from the Haverhill Clubhouse show that was up in May. It was absolutely wonderful!

05/29/2026

The Buttonwoods Museum is growing — and we need your help!

This past year, more than 4,000 visitors walked through our doors, over 800 students participated in school visits, and our community gathered for unforgettable exhibits, performances, and educational programs along the Merrimack River.

As we open for a new season, we’re also facing important preservation projects, including repairs to the roofs of our historic buildings and renovations that will help us continue serving the community for generations to come.

Your gift to the 2026 Annual Fund supports:
• Youth education programs
• Exhibits and community events
• Preservation of our historic properties
• The future of the Buttonwoods Museum

Every donation — large or small — makes a difference.

We have something truly special here in Haverhill: a place where history comes alive, where students connect with the past, and where community gathers.

Can you help support the Buttonwoods Museum today?

To donate, send a check payable to the Buttonwoods Museum, 240 Water Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. Or give online: https://buttonwoods.org/donate/

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05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor and remember the brave people who gave their lives in service to our country. This Memorial Day, we reflect on their sacrifice, courage, and dedication, and extend our gratitude to all who have served.

This Memorial Day weekend we invite you explore the many monuments and memorials found throughout Haverhill.

Below, you will find a walking tour (2.1 miles start-to-finish, 2.8 miles roundtrip) that will both guide you to the locations of the monuments and provide you with additional information about what they represent and how they came to be. You can view the tour in your web browser or find it directly in the Clio app.

Monuments and memorials can be found in all forms, shapes and sizes; they serve to commemorate important ideas, events or people. In Haverhill our war monuments occupy spaces that allow them to be viewed on a daily basis; their locations along busy thoroughfares offer evidence of their importance to...

05/20/2026

We’re so close — but we still need your help!

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we’ve reached 72% of our fundraising goal for our upcoming summer exhibit and living history event, Stitching History Together. We now need to raise the remaining $3,660 to bring this exciting project to life.

This special program will reproduce an 18th-century gown owned by Abigail Adams while showcasing historic dressmaking techniques, exploring the connections between fashion and national identity, and recognizing the often-forgotten garment workers of the American Revolution.

The Buttonwoods Museum is dedicated to preserving history and educating the community about Greater Haverhill’s rich cultural past. Your support helps us continue that mission through exhibits, programs, and community events that bring people together.

Can you help us cross the finish line?

Give here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/stitching-history-together

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05/13/2026

The Buttonwoods Museum is open from 1-4pm today.
Afternoon tours are still happening, but we’ll be closed in the morning.

05/11/2026

Current exhibit:

Come experience the creativity and imagination of local young artists at the Greater Haverhill Arts Association Annual Student Art Exhibit at the Buttonwoods Museum!

This exciting exhibit features artwork created by area middle and high school students, showcasing everything from paintings and drawings to mixed media and more.

The exhibit runs May 10–17 and is open to the public during regular museum hours. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to support and celebrate the next generation of artists in our community!

05/06/2026

Today is the last day to register — we're so looking forward to this exhibit!

The GHAA invites all local middle and high school students to show their work at our annual Student Art Exhibit

05/01/2026

We’re open for the season at the Buttonwoods Museum!

Come explore our exhibits, discover Haverhill’s rich history, and enjoy a full lineup of programs and events for all ages. There’s so much to see and do—we can’t wait to welcome you back.

Check our website for current hours and upcoming events, and start planning your visit today!
https://buttonwoods.org/