small picture of the Bidwell House

A Colonial History Experience

Art School Road, PO Box 537, Monterey, MA 01245
(413) 528-6888 fax (413) 644-9997 email

The museum, set in the Berkshire hills, is an elegant Georgian saltbox originally built circa 1750 as a parsonage. Authentically restored, filled with antiques and surrounded by beautiful grounds and hiking trails, the museum is open Thursday through Monday between 11 am and 4 pm from May 27th to mid October.  

Our Mission
The Bidwell House Museum is a New England heritage landmark that uses the history of its land, house and collections to reimagine, recreate, restore and research colonial and early American life in Western Massachusetts.

11/09/2009 Press Release: Bidwell House Museum Appoints New Executive Director

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"A gem. The most perfect example of a New England country home in its feeling, appearance and continuing daily life"

Wendell Garrett, Vice President 
 Decorative Arts, Sotheby's NY


 

2009 Annual Appeal Letter
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