EXPLORE GREATER HAVERHILL
Haverhill has a plethora of historical, and recreational, communities to explore. With more to come in the years to come, Haverhill is beginning it’s an era ready for it to be explored.
Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce’s
“Get to Know the Region” segment with North of Boston
Historical Spots
Whittier Birthplace
305 Whittier Road 978-373-3979
Located on its original site the Whittier Birthplace is an example of an old New England farm. The family lived in the house for five generations. It looks as it was when John Greenleaf Whittier was born. Most famous for his literature, Whittier was also a dedicated abolitionist and Quaker.
Buttonwoods Museum
240 Water Street 978-374-4626
This museum is named for the Buttonwoods or sycamore trees on the property planted in the early 1940s by an Irish immigrant, Hugh Tallent. it houses furniture, glassware, and ceramics, illustrates the importance of the Merrimack River in trade, commerce, and travel. Located in the middle of hundreds of years of Haverhill and Merrimack Valley history!
Dustin Garrison House
665 Hilldale Avenue 978-423-4506
A historic First Period house. Under construction by farmer & brick-maker Thomas Duston in the 1697 attack on Haverhill during King WIlliam’s War. During the raid his wife, Hannah Duston, in bed at their existing home a half mile away, was captured by Native Americans. The house is one of a small number of brick houses that survived. Fun for Kids & Families, Free Parking.
Museum of Printing
15 Thornton Avenue 978-372-0567
The Museum was created to save and preserve printing equipment and library materials associated with the graphic arts industry. Printing has changed during the last 200 years, moving away from letterpress printing to photographic and electronic technologies. One of the world’s largest collections of printing and typesetting hardware and ephemera.
Firefighting Museum
75 Kenoza Avenue 978-372-4061
A collection of historical firefighting. Interactive Children’s Corner; dress up in firefighters’ gear and imagine driving to a fire in the child-size firetrucks. Antique trucks, firefighting, and rescue equipment. Memorial for the first responders lost on September 11, 2001, and a gift shop.
Winnekenni Castle
247 Kenoza Avenue 978-521-1230
A historical landmark constructed in 1875 of stone harvested from the surrounding area. This unique and picturesque venue serves as a cultural center that hosts public & private events, from April to December, such as a Wine and cheese reception, Independence Day pancake breakfast, and a classic car show!
Tattersall Farm
542 North Broadway 978-374-2334
Established in 1757, the farm has 150 acres of beautiful views of rolling hills and meadows. Once owned and operated by the Tattersall Family. It was gifted to the City of Haverhill in 1999. Conservation and open space preservation are in place to maintain its original condition. Enjoy miles of wooded trails for walking, jogging, or cross-country skiing.
Riverfront Cultural District
Downtown Haverhill
Haverhill is one of 25 official cultural districts in Massachusetts! In April of 2014, the triangle of Washington Street. Railroad Square and Essex Street became a compact, walkable area with arts, culture, and creative activities. Recognized by the Massachusetts Cultural Council possible via the MCC’s Cultural District initiative authorized by the Massachusetts state legislature in April 2011.
Golf Courses
Atkinson Resort & Country Club 85 Country Club Dr. Atkinson, NH 603-362-8700
Murphy’s Garrison Golf Center, Inc. 600 Hilldale Ave. Haverhill, MA 978-374-9380
Haverhill Golf & Country Club located at 58 Brickett Lane Haverhill, MA 978-373-1146
