Collections
About the collection
Today, the Wellesley Historical Society has an extensive and growing historical collection dedicated to documenting the history of Wellesley. The collection includes Architectural Plans, Archival Records, Entomological Specimens, Lace and Lace Fans, Maps, Atlases, Newspapers, Periodicals, Objects, Artwork, Photographs, Postcards, Greeting Cards, and Textiles.
Collection Statistics
as of 2022
470 linear feet
49 Individual and Family collections, 35 Business, Club, and Organizations collections, Town and School collections, 10 Newspaper and Periodical collections
Archives Collection
Art
470 linear feet
Audio/Visual
64 items
Denton Entomology
2,428 specimens
Images
35,000+ photographic prints
Library
223 linear feet
Maps & Plans
2,798 items
Objects
2,075 items approx.
Oldham Lace Collection
48 linear feet
Textile
1,500 items approx.
Collections Catalogue
Explore our Collections Catalogue to learn more about our extensive collections.
