Old Sturbridge Village Map and Brochure (2022 – 2024)
Location: Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Years Active: 1946 – Active
Old Sturbridge Village isn’t a theme park ride. As you can see from this Old Sturbridge Village map, it’s a full-body immersion into the 1830s. That means sights, smells, and sounds that might catch you off guard. The freshly baked bread is tempting, but so is the waft from the barnyard. The craftsman’s skill is captivating, but the clang of the forge is piercing.
Don’t expect a gentle stroll through a postcard village. You might witness a difficult childbirth demonstration, hear harsh societal opinions, or see the aftermath of a butchering. History wasn’t always pretty…
Old Sturbridge Village Map 2024
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Old Sturbridge Village Brochure 2024
Old Sturbridge Village Map 2023
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Who started Old Sturbridge Village?
Old Sturbridge Village, a living history museum in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, was founded by Albert B. Wells in 1946. Wells, inspired by a desire to preserve and showcase early New England rural life and craftsmanship, established the museum to provide an immersive experience of the early 19th century in rural America.
What movies were filmed at Old Sturbridge Village?
Old Sturbridge Village has served as a location for various film and television productions. Notable among them is the 1963 film adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Scarlet Letter,” starring Demi Moore and Gary Oldman. The village’s meticulously recreated historic settings and period-appropriate buildings make it an attractive location for filmmakers seeking to capture the ambiance of early 19th-century America.
