Through its museum, the Charlemont Historical Society collects, preserves, and displays objects, records and folklore of historic significance beginning with Charlemont’s earliest habitation. The Society also strives to increase interest in local history and traditions through educational programs and publications.
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Decorative Quilts and Coverlets of Western Franklin County
A collection of autograph and other decorative quilts and coverlets donated to the Charlemont Historical Society. The quilts were handmade and…
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Snowflake Autograph Quilt
A hand-made, hand-tied, bed quilt sewn and autographed by women of Western Franklin County. The quilt consists of 41 diamond blocks arranged in rows.…
Tan and Blue Handwoven Coverlet
Handwoven, tan and blue coverlet made in the mid 1870s. Donated to the Charlemont Historical Society by Blanche Hunt (Mrs. Walter Hunt) on June 26,…
Basket Quilt
Cotton quilt with two distinct sides. The front has a repeating pattern of four small, multi-colored baskets enclosed in a brown diamond border. The…
Jillson Quilt
Eight point star quilt. The quilt is backed with white fabric, which is stamped "L.N. Jillson."
Dresden Plate Autograph Quilt
A hand-made, hand-tied, bed quilt sewn and autographed by women of Western Franklin County. The quilt consists of 16 squares arranged in 4 rows. …