Welcome to Historic Deerfield

Spend a day in old New England. Visit Historic Deerfield, an authentic 18th-century New England village in the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts. Tour beautifully restored museum houses with period architecture and furnishings. See yankee ingenuity at work in demonstrations of colonial-era trades. And explore our world-famous collection of early American crafts, ceramics, furniture, textiles and metalwork. It’s a celebration of New England heritage.

“The people were incredible, the museum a gem… Thank you so much for a truly wonderful experience.” 

- Scott F. from East Hampton, CT

Historic Deerfield King Arthur Flour Heritage Baking Recipe Contest Finalists Announced

See the list of finalists and join  us on December 7 to find out who will win!

Plan Your Visit Around These Upcoming Events

Tea Talk: Ritual and Refinement in Early New England Parlors

March 02, 2013 - February 16, 2014 | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

On view in the Flynt Center Lobby. » Learn More

Celebrating the Fiber Arts: The Helen Geier Flynt Textile Gallery

January 01, 2013 - December 31, 2014 | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Examine one of the finest collections of early American textiles and costumes ever assembled! On view daily at the Flynt Center of Early New England Life. » Learn More

Into the Woods: Crafting Early American Furniture

January 01, 2013 - December 31, 2014 | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

On view daily at the Flynt Center of Early New England Life. » Learn More

Gift Making

December 07, 2013 - December 29, 2013 | 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Those who need to make progress on their gift list will appreciate making a special gift by hand. » Learn More

Silversmithing Series

December 14, 2013 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Silversmith Steve Smithers will be working in the Silver Shop on multiple days demonstrating and discussing the making of a (commissioned) set of sterling silver flatware for an early American 18th century home. » Learn More

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides

December 14, 2013 - December 15, 2013 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The beautiful horses of Karas Farm will greet you at the Visitor Center, and provide a lovely tour down our historic street. » Learn More