old sturbridge village

Welcome to Old Sturbridge Village

Old Sturbridge Village is a “must-see” destination to experience early New England life from 1790-1840. One of the country’s largest living history museums, OSV has a large staff of historians in costume, 59 historic buildings on 200 acres, three authentic water-powered mills and two covered bridges. Visitors can ride in a stagecoach, view antiques, heirloom gardens, meet the farm animals, and take part in hands-on crafts year-round.

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EventTitle Through Sept. 30
Free stagecoach and
riverboat rides
Catch a free ride: enjoy free stagecoach and riverboat rides at OSV now through Sept. 30. It's an end-of-the-summer thank-you to our visitors.  Learn more.
EventTitle September 11
Drummers' Call: Fife & Drum Day
Watch as fife-and-drum corps from all over converge on OSV to drill, compete, and participate in a stirring "parade of corps."  Learn more.
EventTitle Tuesday, September 14
Home School Day:
Travel: People and Goods in Motion

This day provides an opportunity for home school families to visit the Village and join in hands-on activities and participatory programs. 

EventTitle September 18
Old Sturbridge Village Gala:
See Old Sturbridge Village in a Whole New Light
Join the festivities at the Oliver Wight Tavern. Dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit Old Sturbridge Village's agriculture programs.
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The Best Birthday Party in History Just Got Better
Now with more options than ever.  A birthday party at OSV is buckets of fun and is sure to be a treasured memory. Learn more.
EventTitle Workshops in Sept & Nov
Crafts at Close Range
Register now for workshops on tinsmithing, hearth cooking, blacksmithing, pottery, and several textile offerings.
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Dining at the
Oliver Wight Tavern
Here's what's next at the Oliver Wight Tavern.   
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What is it?
Look here for some clues about historical objects that you can see when you visit.
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Family Fun Days Sept. 4-6
Meet PBS Kids TV stars Curious George and Ruff Ruffman on Sun., Sept. 5. Special admission offer (9/5) for members of WGBH and WGBY.  Learn more.
EventTitle Saturday, Sept. 11
Collectors' Forum:
Ceramics in New England
Spend a day learning more about early New England ceramics with experts in the field.  Access OSV's excellent collection. Visit the Village's potter and see the giant kiln afire.
EventTitle Saturday, September 11
An Evening at the Kiln

Join us for this special evening program as we fire the kiln outside the Hervey Brooks Pottery Shop!

EventTitle August - November
Wedding Reception Specials
Wedding couples: take advantage of special menus and pricing for Friday evening and Saturday afternoon receptions at the Oliver Wight Tavern.  Learn more.
EventTitle Reserve now for 2010-11
Dinner in a Country Village
An unforgettable opportunity to step into the kitchen at Old Sturbridge Village and enjoy a 19th-century meal prepared cooperatively.
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Have you seen our online Learning Lab?
See and learn about early New England artifacts here at Old Sturbridge Village. Doing some research? We share some of ours...
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