Children's Museums
Truro Historical Society-Highland House Museum
📍 6 Highland Light Rd, Truro, MA 02666About Truro Historical Society-Highland House Museum
Truro Historical Society-Highland House Museum is a children's museum in Truro, MA. The Highland House Museum is housed in a former 1907 seaside hotel (built in 1807 according to visitor accounts) located near Highland Light in North Truro, with the original fireplace still intact. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 41 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Focus
- Rich heritage of Truro and the Outer Cape
- Main Exhibits
- Wampanoag Nation, Railroad Era, Maritime History, American Revolution
- Programs
- Tours, talks, exhibits, living history programs, seasonal events
- Membership
- Available
💡 Did You Know?
- The Highland House Museum is housed in a former 1907 seaside hotel (built in 1807 according to visitor accounts) located near Highland Light in North Truro, with the original fireplace still intact
- The museum features a Digital Textiles Collection preserving historic dresses, hats, and accessories from the 1800s displayed throughout the hotel's different rooms
- The museum maintains the Cobb Archive, which preserves maps, photographs, and stories documenting Truro's history as a maritime community
- Exhibits include a historic maritime rescue buoy and pulley system used for rescuing men, showcasing Truro's fishing and maritime heritage
- The museum features an upcoming exhibition on Truro's experience during the American Revolution, expanding its historical coverage
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan at least an hour to explore the museum's room-by-room exhibits showcasing authentic 1800s artifacts, architecture, and the restored original fireplace from the 1807 building
- Arrive early to tour both the Highland House Museum and the nearby Highland Light lighthouse, as some visitors report missing the lighthouse tour due to late arrival
- Don't miss the Cobb Archive's maps, photographs, and historical stories—these digital collections and preserved documents provide deeper context to Truro's maritime heritage beyond the main exhibits
- Check the 2026 event calendar for special programs like the 'Provincetown & Truro — Then and Now' talk (June 24) and living history programs, which enhance the educational experience beyond static exhibits
- Consider membership if you plan multiple visits, as the $8 per-person admission cost adds up—membership may offer better value than repeated daily visits
More Family Fun Nearby
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