Deerfield Attractions
Deerfield is an historic agricultural town with roots going back to 1673, when it was first incorporated. It was the earliest community settled in Franklin County. Deerfield is known for its impressive collection of well-preserved Colonial and Federal period homes. It is home to three private preparatory schools, the Deerfield Academy, the Eaglebrook School and the Bement School.
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Indian House Memorial
The Indian House Memorial is home to hands-on exhibits for children. During the summer months, children can experience history through planned activities while learning about Native Americans, textiles, toys and games, herbs and gardens, and "Women's Work."
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Guides
Interpretive sessions sometimes available.
Facilities
Gift shop
Memorial Hall Museum
Founded in 1870, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association operates the Memorial Hall Museum and the Indian House Memorial in Old Deerfield. The original collection of artifacts on display was first assembled in 1880 by antiquarian George Sheldon. Highlights of Memorial Hall Museum include furnishings, paintings, textiles and Indian artifacts.
Memorial Hall Museum
Founded in 1880 in the former premises of the Deerfield Academy, the Memorial Hall Museum is devoted to the memory of the Pocumtuck Indians and the early settlers of Deerfield. It contains antiquarian George Sheldon's collection of furnishings, paintings, textiles and Colonial, American Indian and military artifacts.
Memorial Hall Museum
8 Memorial Street
Deerfield, MA 01342-9736
United States
8 Memorial Street
Deerfield, MA 01342-9736
United States
Phone 1 (413) 774-3768
Fax 1 (413) 774-7070
Hours
May 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 | 11:30 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Guides
Interpretive sessions sometimes available.
Facilities
Gift shop
Old Deerfield Craft Fairs
Old Deerfield is the site of several craft fairs during April, June, September and November. Exhibitors are selected to showcase their wares based on the quality of their work. Items of note at the Old Deerfield Craft Fair include wood carvings, dried flower arrangements, decoys, tinware, quilts, baskets, jewelry, pottery, dolls and teddy bears. The Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association organizes the fairs and proceeds from the fair go to educational and non-profit organizations.
