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Tour of the Public Health Museum (Age 8+) ~ reserve in advance (multiple times available)

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Public Health Museum365 East StTewksbury MA 01876978-851-7321
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Description

The Public Health Museum, located in the Old Administration Building of Tewksbury Hospital, is dedicated to sharing the history of public health.  It includes permanent and temporary exhibits focused on public health in the past, including antique medical equipment and paraphernalia. Current exhibits include the history of treating infectious diseases such as polio; treatments and practices for mental health disorders; and the history of nursing. 

Docent-guided tours are by reservation only and include an indoor tour, an outdoor campus tour, a combination tour, and a Pines Cemetery tour.

Tours are free for Veterans/Active Military, children, Tewksbury Hospital employees/patients, and Members.

The Public Health Museum is open on Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm and closed on Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Who

ages 8 to adult

Cost

Indoor or Outdoor Tour: $10 Adult/Senior | Combination Tour: $15 Adult/Senior

How

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