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Commonwealth Museum   Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis Galvin
SPECIAL EVENT: On May 7, author Rick Atkinson will hold a special book release event at the Commonwealth Museum. Click here for details.

A Message from Secretary Galvin

The first public schools, the first battles for American independence, the first abolitionist newspaper, Massachusetts has always been a leader in the quest for equal rights and opportunities.

The Commonwealth Museum brings the story to life with state of the art interactive exhibits. Its dramatic “treasures gallery” holds the great historic documents that protect our liberties. Spend an hour or an afternoon and share our common heritage.

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William Francis Galvin
Secretary of the Commonwealth