Sandwich Historical Commission


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  • Sandwich Museums

    The rich history of Sandwich has paved the way for many fine institutions to showcase particular aspects of the Town's almost four hundred years.

    The following is a list of Sandwich museums. Links are provided to museum sites if applicable:


    Sandwich Glass Museum




    Thornton Burgess Museum



    Heritage Museum & Gardens


    The Dexter Grist Mill

    The Wing Fort House


    Benjamin Nye Homestead & Museum



    The Hoxie House

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    "Our mission is to protect and preserve the unique early American character of Sandwich through the acquisition, restoration and enhancement of our historic resources, not only for the cultural benefit of the residents of Sandwich, but to encourage and increase the heritage tourism that is so crucial to our economy."

    - Sandwich Historical Commission



    "Whenever an historic district is established as provided in section three an historic district commission shall be established which shall consist of not less than three nor more than seven members."

    - Mass General Law, Chapter 40C. Section 4