Permanent Exhibitions

Within the Jackson Homestead -- built in 1809 and something of an exhibition piece of federal architecture itself -- the Museum maintains permanent galleries designed to make learning about the history of the city and the country fun for the whole family:

The History Gallery

Explore Newton's history from the earliest habitation by Massachusett Indians to the end of the 19th century. Learn about the industrial history of the Homestead itself, where the Jackson family operated a candle factory, among other enterprises. See stone and wood tools, beautiful samplers, and early American games and toys.

Abolition Room

The Jackson Homestead is a documented stop on the Underground Railroad. Our Underground Railroad exhibit is currently closed for renovations. Our improved and expanded exhibit on the subject, Confronting our Legacy: Slavery and Anti-Slavery in the North, will open to the public on February 16, 2012.

Visit the Newton History Museum soon!

Historic Newton/The Jackson Homestead and Museum Historic Newton is a public-private partnership between the City of Newton and the Newton Historical Society, Inc, a non-profit organization Questions or comments: Email © 2010 Historic Newton