Since its founding in 1962, the Berkshire County Historical Society has preserved and shared the memories of our communities. Photographs, manuscripts, artifacts, and oral histories all illustrate the amazing histories of this region.
And for over forty years, the Historical Society has also preserved Herman Melville’s Arrowhead. We are honored to share this National Historic Landmark with the world.
The Berkshire County Historical Society is a non-profit corporation dedicated to collecting, preserving, and disseminating the history of Berkshire County in western Massachusetts. In addition, the Berkshire County Historical Society is committed to the preservation and interpretation of Arrowhead, home of author Herman Melville, designated a National Historic Landmark. Adopted by the BCHS Board of Directors, 1989; updated April 23, 2018.
The Historical Society depends on the hard work of dedicated volunteers. Volunteers help staff the museum shop, give tours, maintain the collections, and work on the grounds. If you would like to join us, learn more here.
On Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the Historical Society’s annual meeting, members voted to approve an updated set of bylaws. These can be seen here.
On Friday, November 22, 2019 at the Historical Society’s board meeting, members voted to approve an updated Financial Policy. This can be seen here.
On May 14th, the 2022 Annual Meeting was held. The minutes may be viewed here. See the slide show from the 2020 Annual Meeting here.
Questions or comments? Contact us here.
Board of Directors 2022
Officers:
President:
Cynthia Farr Brown
Vice President:
John Dickson
Treasurer:
Robert Salerno
Secretary:
Don Pfeifer
Board Members:
Valerie Andersen
Sharon Coe
John Hamilton
Eileen Myers
Carol Nichols
Alex Reczkowski
Jenna Sciuto
Rebecca Sorrentino
Laurie Werner
Lesley Herzberg, Ex Officio