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Established in 1976, the Beacon Historical Society showcases Beacon’s history through exhibitions, collections, programs, books and an informative monthly newsletter.

We dedicate our headquarters as the
Robert J. Murphy Research Center
in honor of our former president,
city historian and friend.

 

Beacon Historical Society

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Winter Recess: Although we do not meet in person for our monthly meetings in January or February (due to the potential for inclement weather), we are planning a special February Zoom program, information about which will appear in an upcoming newsletter and in this space. Our Bridges of Beacon exhibit remains open on Thursdays 10-noon and on Saturdays between 1 and 3 p.m. through March. Come visit us at 61 Leonard Street — plenty of free parking and fun people!

Historic Property Plaques

Want to celebrate the history of your home or business? Every structure within the Beacon City School District is eligible to purchase one of our new Historic Property Plaques, providing the building is 100 years or older.  The oval plaques are 6x8 inches and come in:
Aluminum ($250+$20.94 sales tax = $270.94); or
Bronze ($395+$33.08 sales tax = $428.08).

If you are a tax-exempt non-profit, please provide your EIN/Tax ID number. The property owner is responsible for installing the plaque (with provided hardware). Delivery takes about eight weeks once the order is placed.  

Participants need to submit a simple, easy-to-complete, one-page application form and provide information regarding the history of the building, including photos if available, with their check. Email BeaconHistorical@gmail.com for more information and a copy of the application form.

Can’t make it in person to our meetings? No problem! We make every effort to stream them live via our ZOOM link here: