Fryeburg Historical Society, Maine

The Fryeburg Historical Society is a local historical society based in Fryeburg, Maine, in the United States. It is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of the town of Fryeburg and its surrounding area. The society operates from the Osgood House at 83 Portland Street in Fryeburg, which serves as its headquarters and museum. Its facilities include the Osgood House Museum, the Kendal C. & Anna Ham Research Library, and the Hazel & Owen Currier Doll Museum. The society is open seasonally, typically from May through September, with specific hours for each of its venues. It also hosts events such as monthly dinners, an annual full membership meeting, and special presentations on local history topics. The society maintains a presence on Facebook and can be contacted by phone or email. It is governed by a board of officers and directors, with Nancy Ray serving as president as of the 2026 season. The society celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of collecting, preserving, and sharing the history of Fryeburg. Through its museums, library, and programs, the Fryeburg Historical Society serves as a resource for researchers, students, and anyone interested in the heritage of the region.

The Fryeburg Historical Society was formed as a local historical society in Fryeburg, Maine. While the exact founding year is not specified in the available evidence, the society celebrated its 50th anniversary, indicating a history spanning at least five decades. The society has been dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing the history of Fryeburg and the surrounding region. Over the years, it has established several key facilities: the Osgood House Museum, which serves as the main museum and headquarters; the Kendal C. & Anna Ham Research Library, a resource for genealogical and historical research; and the Hazel & Owen Currier Doll Museum, which houses a collection of dolls and related artifacts. The society operates seasonally, typically opening from May through September, with specific hours for each venue. It hosts a variety of events, including monthly dinners, an annual full membership meeting, and special presentations on local history topics. The society is governed by a board of officers and directors, with Nancy Ray serving as president as of the 2026 season. In 2026, the society celebrated its 50th anniversary with an event attended by community members and reported on by the Conway Daily Sun. The Fryeburg Historical Society continues to serve as a vital community resource, offering educational programs, research opportunities, and public events that connect people with the history of Fryeburg, Maine.

• 2026

  Celebrated 50th anniversary.

• 2026

  Annual Full Membership Meeting held on Sept. 19, 2026, at the Osgood House.

• 1976

  Approximate founding year, inferred from the 50th anniversary celebration in 2026.

A community-based historical society preserving and interpreting the history of Fryeburg, Maine, through museums, a research library, and public programs.

• Osgood House Museum

  The main museum of the society, located at 83 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME. Open seasonally on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, or by appointment.

• Kendal C. & Anna Ham Research Library

  A research library for local history and genealogy. Open seasonally on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, or by appointment.

• Hazel & Owen Currier Doll Museum

  A museum featuring a collection of dolls. Summer hours in July and August: Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, or by appointment.

1. 1Fryeburg Historical Society – Fryeburg, Maine, Historical Societyfryeburghistorical.org
2. 2Fryeburg Historical Society, Maine - Wikidatawikidata.org