Come ride our stagecoach, meet our farm animals, talk with costumed historians, and watch the blacksmith, cooper, potter, and farmers at work. Experience life in the 1830s -- visit our 40 antique homes, buildings and water-powered mills. We offer hands-on crafts year-round, free parking and a free second-day visit within 10 days. View a slide show.
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Village open Wed-Sun Kids Free in November |
We're celebrating the Thanksgiving season Fall at Old Sturbridge Village |
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Heard of Marlborough Pudding? We're sharing a recipe! |
| This year, try the dish that was once as common at Thanksgiving as turkey is today. Be sure to leave room for a visit to OSV on Thanksgiving Day, or see a Shooting Match on Friday or an 1830s wedding on Saturday! | |
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Now on exhibit Convenient & Fashionable: Furniture of Inland Massachusetts 1790-1830 |
| This new exhibit in the Visitor Center features rarely-seen pieces of early Massachusetts furniture from the OSV collection. | |
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2009-2010 school year New Offerings for Schools |
| A field trip to OSV has been a hallmark for school children in New England for generations. Now learn about the exciting new programs for students and teachers. | |
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Dec. 2009 & Apr. 2010 Discovery Camps: Two-day programs in winter and spring |
Register online now for our two-day Dec. program for ages 6-17. See a slide show of OSV's year-round Adventures in History. |
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NEW! A 19th-Century Musical Sampler |
| Featuring the Musicians of OSV...coming soon on CD or download it now through Amazon.com and support the Village. | |
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Register now for Jan, Feb, Mar Dinner in a Country Village |
| This program invites you into an early New England kitchen for a learning experience you can really (really!) sink your teeth into. For adults and youths age 18 & up. Families Cook is offered in December and is open to families with kids as young as 8. |
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NEW WINTER HOURS Open December evenings for 12 Nights of Christmas |
| See our new winter schedule, including 12 Nights of Christmas in December. View a slide show. MEMBERS: Holiday Discounts for you. |
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Available now NEW! Limited Edition 2009 OSV Ornament |
| Each ornament is made locally, cast from a hand-sculpted mold, and individually painted...stop by the Museum Gift Shop or purchase online. | |
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Apply by Jan. 11, 2010 Junior Intern Program for Young OSV Members |
OSV is now accepting applications for 2010's Junior Intern Program. If you're a young Member of Old Sturbridge Village, here's how you can participate.
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Dining at the Oliver Wight Tavern |
| With the arrival of chilly nights, we welcome the return of the Friday Night Rib Room. Also, enjoy Sunday Brunch, when kids eat free! (The T&G had good things to say...) | |
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Fri., Nov. 27 Thanksgiving dining at Old Sturbridge Village |
Gather the rest of the family the day after Thanksgiving and enjoy a holiday meal at OSV. Reservations are no longer being taken for Nov. 26, but there is space on Friday. |
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Friday, December 11 The "Big Little" Holiday Party at the Oliver Wight Tavern |
| Bring your small group to our big holiday party! Reserve now & join a festive gathering. | |
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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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Have you visited OSV recently? We welcome your comments. |
| Please take a minute to tell us about your experience. Your feedback is valuable to us. | |