Thomaston Historical Society & Museum

The Thomaston Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. 

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The Historical Society Museum is located on the 6th floor of the Town Hall.  

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Thomaston was the home of the well-known Seth Thomas Clock Company, whose founder, Seth Thomas, began manufacturing clocks in 1813. The museum's display features his nightstand, a portrait, and a painting by Lena Morton of his Main Street house. 

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Our collection on display in the Shirley G. Wassong Exhibit Room, includes farm tools, clothing, home furnishings, and antique clocks.

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Memorabilia of Thomaston's education, business and industrial history are also on exhibit.

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The museum is open by appointment.