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Welcome to the Bethel Historical Society's
Regional History Center at Bethel, Maine

Founded in 1966, the Bethel Historical Society is an independent, non-profit organization providing members and the general public with a doorway to the past from its Regional History Center in Bethel Hill village.  Our Society's museum, library and archival collections include a wide range of materials documenting the rich heritage of western Maine and the White Mountain region of Maine and New Hampshire.  The O’Neil Robinson House (1821) and Dr. Moses Mason House (1813) offer more than a dozen period rooms and exhibit galleries where visitors can discover and explore the area's varied past. Throughout the year, the Bethel Historical Society provides lectures, courses, special exhibits, craft demonstrations, and educational activities for people of all ages.  We invite your support by becoming a member of the Society!

The Bethel Historical Society's Regional History Center is located just off Route 2, at 10-14 Broad Street in Bethel, Maine, twelve miles east of the Maine/New Hampshire border.  Bethel lies at the junction of Routes 2 and 26; the latter highway provides easy access from the Portland area via Exit 63 of the Maine Turnpike.  Bethel can also be reached on Routes 5 and 35.


Just published! . . . A new Civil War book based on
letters and documents at the Bethel Historical Society
more information


Join us on September 18th for the Bethel Historical Society's
Fall Barn Tour!


Held in conjunction with the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce's 13th Annual "Harvest Fest,"
this self-guided tour of a dozen or more local barns runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM,
rain or shine.  Tickets are $10 per person and will be available at the Society's Robinson
House (10 Broad Street), beginning at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 18th.
A map with photographs and brief histories of each barn will be provided.


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