The publick house historic inn was established in 1771 and maintains its 18th century ambiance while providing 21st century comforts. Sturbridge is a town in worcester county, massachusetts, united states. Whether for an overnight business trip, special wedding night, or a family vacation, our professional staff at the publick house looks forward to taking care of you during your stay. We welcome you to the publick house historic inn the publick house located in sturbridge ma, is your home away from home. Town of sturbridge history lesson sturbridge rotary club. Town of sturbridge historian, bob briere gave a presentation on the history of sturbridge, ma specifically the town common area, up to route 20 and west to fiskdale. The wells family and others formed the wells historical museum in 1935. The publick house historic inn is an ideal location no matter the season. He originally planned to go into the ministry after his time at yale divinity school. Enjoy a unique array of dining experiences, from our large dining rooms to any of our smaller, more intimate dining areas for private parties. The public house historic inn in sturbridge is closed until april 6 to keep employees and guests safe during the coronavirus. It was a beautiful easter sunday even though the weather was a bit cool. Located in sturbridge, massachusetts, the publick house historic inn was established in 1771. Sturbridge news from the publick house historic inn page 2.
We stayed in the new building next to the main house for 2 nights. For geographic and demographic information on specific parts of the town of sturbridge, see. Artifacts from a historical time capsule revealed at old sturbridge village. Historic inventory survey sturbridge ma town of sturbridge.
The sturbridge historic resources inventory was commissioned by the town of sturbridge, administered by the sturbridge historical commission shc. By the early 1930s, ab had more than 45 rooms full of antiques in his southbridge home. Our 17 guest rooms in this historical setting are decorated with period antiques or reproductions. Long story short, what she provided me with cost almost double. About publick house sturbridge, ma accommodations, inn, and. Historic american houses massachusetts sturbridge oliver wight house oliver house. We invite you to relish in the ambiance created by one of new englands greatest historical inns. Book publick house historic inn and country motor lodge in. It was built by colonel ebenezer crafts of what is now. Contact us at 508 34733, or visit us in person at 277 main street route 1 sturbridge, ma 015660187. Food was good but changes in the way they are having to do.
About publick house sturbridge, ma accommodations, inn. Experience new england at its very best, from business meetings to the memorable i do. Publick house historic inn and country motor lodge 277 main street, route 1, sturbridge, ma 01566, united states of america excellent location show map. Learn about publick house, our history, and our founder, colonel ebenezer crafts. Of particular interest was how he showed a yesterday photo dating prior to the 1930s and a today photo giving us a greater perspective of how the building and area changed, yet in some cases, part of the original. Publick house historic inn, sturbridge, ma, is nestled on acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of new england. The historic inn at publick house publick house historic inn. The sturbridge historic resources inventory was commissioned by the town of. Publick house historic inn hotel, sturbridge tripadvisor. View deals for publick house historic inn and country motor lodge. It is where delicious homemade food and comfortable lodging come together as your home away from home. Crafts bought the inn in 1771 and planted elm trees in 1791, the same. Sturbridges publick house closing temporarily worcester.
It is home to old sturbridge village living history museum and other sites of historical interest such as tantiusques the population was 9,268 at the 2010 census with nearly 3,600 households. Wifi and parking are free, and this resort also features 2 restaurants. Inside the publick house, guests, many of them repeat guests, enjoyed a wonderful holiday. It was built by colonel ebenezer crafts of what is now pomfret, connecticut.