Ollie M.
12/11/2015
I called ahead since I was driving an hour and a half on a weekday to visit, just to make sure they would be open. The museum is part of a compound of research buildings. It's quiet, and you might...
Fisher Museum
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324 N Main St
Petersham, MA 01366
The Fisher Museum, located in Petersham, MA, has been a free and open resource for the public since 1941. It offers a wealth of information on forest ecology, landscape history, and land conservation and management. The museum's primary exhibit features 23 internationally acclaimed dioramas that depict 230 years of landscape change in central New England, as well as 20th-century forest management techniques and conservation challenges. With ongoing efforts to address the erasure of Indigenous people in land narratives, the museum also highlights the collaboration with the Nipmuc tribe and showcases current Harvard Forest research.
Visitors to the Fisher Museum can also explore the extensive trail system of Harvard Forest, which is open year-round and provides additional opportunities for learning. The museum is committed to accessibility and welcomes individuals with disabilities, offering accommodations and accessible parking. With its rich exhibits and dedication to education, the Fisher Museum is a valuable destination for anyone interested in the natural history and conservation of the region.
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C H.
2/16/2009
Very cool dioramas about the forest history of the area, and a scavenger hunt for the kids. And Harvard Forest is surrounded by beautiful nature trails (dogs welcome) with signs to guide and...
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