Storrowton Village Museum is a reconstructed village of nine authentic 18th and 19th century buildings from Massachusetts and New Hampshire, assembled around a traditional town green. Located on the grounds of Eastern States Exposition and The Big E, we offer hands-on educational programs and guided tours to share the history and traditions of New England to audiences of all ages.
Founded by Helen Storrow(1864-1944), she is an integral figure in the rich history of Eastern States Exposition. As the Chair of the Home Department, Storrow oversaw and funded an ambitious project that entailed moving nine historic buildings from different New England towns to the Fairgrounds, creating what is now known as Storrowton Village. Completed in 1930, Storrowton Village is used for educational purposes, providing visitors a glimpse into early New England life. The Village continues to do so today through various school programs and at The Big E. While Storrow is widely regarded for this contribution, she supported and funded numerous philanthropic efforts and projects throughout her life, including the Girl Scouts of the United States of America and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, the Saturday Evening Girls and the Gropius House in Lincoln, Massachusetts. This exhibit seeks to highlight these exceptional contributions to society.
Storrowton Village Museum is a department within the Eastern States Exposition. Eastern States Exposition, home of The Big E, has presented the finest livestock, the most innovative commercial, industrial and artistic developments, and the highest caliber of varied entertainment to the people of the Northeastern United States for more than a century. More than one million people now attend the 17 day Big E, an annual autumn extravaganza of entertainment, exhibits and agriculture – the culmination of a visionary idea first expressed by Joshua L. Brooks at the beginning of the 20th century.
