Massachusetts Archives Division

Beginning Monday, September 17, renovation and ADA upgrade construction will commence in the Massachusetts Archives Facility lobby area. The Archives, Commonwealth Museum, and Mass. Historical Commission will remain open during normal business hours, but patrons are cautioned to expect some disruption and noise due to work related to these improvements.

Secretary Galvin, Chair of the Massachusetts Historical Commission, oversees recovery of 1795/1855 Time Capsule at the Massachusetts State House

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