The Hanover, Massachusetts, Historical Society, established in 1928, is a non-profit organization seeking to promote a better understanding of Hanover’s unique heritage through education and preservation.
The Stetson House
This beautiful historic home was built between 1694 and 1716 by Samuel “Drummer” Stetson and was home to three generations of the Stetson family. Over the years the house has been a private home, a tavern, and even a place for religious services. Today, the Stetson House is home to the Hanover Historical Society and its collections and artifacts.
Featured Event
Haunted Hanover History at Hanover Center Cemetery!
Join the Hanover Historical Society for a Haunted Hanover History walk through the Hanover Center Cemetery. Hear stories of Hanover’s ghosts, infamous tales of hauntings, malice, madness, and the dead sleeping (or not sleeping), beneath the headstones of the oldest burying ground in town. Bring a lantern or flashlight for extra spookiness. The tours will take one hour.
Times:
3:00pm Tour (Daylight Tour)
6:00pm Tour (Dusk Tour)
Education
Bring the Hanover Historical Society to your classroom! We proudly offer in-classroom educational programs as well as special class tours of the Stetson House and grounds.
