White historic two-story building with black shutters and arched windows, located on a city street, with leafless trees and overhead power lines in the background.
A small white wooden building with black lantern-style lights on either side of the door and arched windows. In front is a curved brick pathway on a lawn, with a large historical church or old building with stone walls and tall windows in the background, along with leafless trees.

About Us

The Old Meeting House Museum was incorporated in 1963 as a nonprofit organization by residents committed to preserving Wilbraham’s history.

Today, the museum’s work is supported entirely by the dues, donations, and activities of our members. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Wilbraham’s history, whether they live in town or beyond.

Mission Statement
The Atheneum Society of Wilbraham preserves and shares the history of Wilbraham through the stewardship of the historic Old Meeting House and Hearse House, engaging the community through education, exhibits, and programs.

Values
We believe local history strengthens our community. Through the care of our historic buildings and collections, we interpret Wilbraham’s past through exhibits, educational programs, and community events. Our work helps ensure that the town’s history is preserved and shared with future generations.

The Old Meeting House Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our Board of Trustees

President  David Bourcier
Vice President  Karen Geaghan
Secretary  Nick DeCondio
Treasurer  Mary Bandouveres
Corresponding Secretary  Patricia O'Brien

TRUSTEES

Lucy Peltier
Sandra Sanders
Charlie Bennett
Marty Lyman
Patricia O’Brien
Marianne Wagner
Liz Pacosa-McEvoy 
Bob Capozzi 
Jered Sasen
Edna Colcord
Lindsey Bourcier
Bradley Gregory
Ryan Tomanocy

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Around the Museum

A white historic building with green shutters and a sign that reads "The Old Meeting House, Built 1793," located on a residential street with a lawn in front.

Museum Provenance

Every building has a story. Ours spans centuries. Step into the history of the Old Meeting House.

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A black antique hearse with decorative finials on top, parked in front of a white small garage with a brick path leading inside, surrounded by grass and autumn leaves.

Hearse & Hearse House

Housed in the Hearse House, this circa 1870s glass hearse—acquired in the early 2000s—offers a glimpse into 19th-century funeral traditions.

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An antique bell mounted on a stone base surrounded by green plants and yellow flowers in a garden.

Church Bell

Bell from the Second Baptist Church, circa 1800. Butler Hill, Boston Road, Wilbraham. If you’re in the museum garden, give it a ring!

Gift of Jesse Rice

VISITING US

Open House 
The Old Meeting House is open to the public once a month, May through December. Please keep an eye on our events calendar for more information.

Photography and Videotaping
Photography in the museum buildings is permitted for personal use only. Commercial and press photography, commercial artwork resulting from the creation of images, and the sale of photographic images taken in The Old Meeting House and Hearse House are prohibited without prior authorization from the Atheneum Society of Wilbraham. No tripods are permitted without prior authorization.   

📍 450 Main Street, Wilbraham, MA 01095
📞 413.596.4097
🕒 We are open to the public once a month. Please see our events schedule for details.