The Amherst History Museum, located at 67 Amity Street in Amherst, Massachusetts, is a historical institution governed by the Amherst Historical Society. Housed in the Simeon Strong House, which dates back to the 1750s, the museum offers visitors a comprehensive journey through Amherst's colonial past, industrial age, and modern era. With a diverse collection of decorative arts, paintings, household implements, agricultural tools, and other historical artifacts, the museum showcases the rich history of Amherst since its settlement nearly three hundred years ago. Additionally, the museum features special exhibits, such as "The Magnificent Life Art of Mabel Loomis Todd," which explores the life and work of the renowned nature writer, painter, conservationist, lecturer, and editor of Emily Dickinson's poetry.
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