Sandwich - Thornton Burgess Museum
The Thornton Burgess Museum is dedicated to the life and work of children's author and Sandwich resident Thorton W Burgess. Burgess wrote such children's classics as "Peter Rabbit" and "Old Mother West Wind." Located in the restored 1756 Eldred house once owned by his aunt, the Thornton Burgess Museum contains a large collection of his work and art by illustrator Harrison Cady.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
Thornton Burgess Museum
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Other items on display include books, toys, games, and household items that feature some of Burgess' most famous characters including Peter Rabbit, Reddy Fox, and Jimmy Skunk. An herb garden outside the house overlooks Shawme Pond.
Thornton Burgess Society
6 Discovery Hill Road
Sandwich, MA 02537
United States
6 Discovery Hill Road
Sandwich, MA 02537
United States
Phone 1 (508) 888-6870
Fax 1 (508) 888-1919
Hours
May 28 to October 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Call for information on special events and programming including the summer storytelling sessions.
Facilities
Gift shop
Related Attractions
Green Briar Nature Center and Jam Kitchen
The Green Briar Nature Center and Jam Kitchen features nature trails, small live animal exhibits, nature programs for children and families, and old-fashioned jam-making in the historic 1903 Jam Kitchen as well as changing gallery exhibits.
Green Briar's Wildflower Garden is located in front of the 1780 homestead. The garden has over 300 labeled and numbered plants that correspond to a booklet provided.
Green Briar's Wildflower Garden is located in front of the 1780 homestead. The garden has over 300 labeled and numbered plants that correspond to a booklet provided.
Thornton Burgess Society
6 Discovery Hill Road
Sandwich, MA 02537
United States
6 Discovery Hill Road
Sandwich, MA 02537
United States
Phone 1 (508) 888-6870
Fax 1 (508) 888-1919
Hours
January 1 to April 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
April 16 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
