We've Moved! ​
Preservation Worcester has a new home in the historic Salisbury House. We are energized by this ambitious move and how it will continue to advance our mission!
The mission of Preservation Worcester is to maintain for future generations the sites and structures which are significant to the culture, history, and architecture of the city and to encourage excellence in future design with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.​
Announcing the Deborah Packard Salisbury House Endowment​
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We've created an endowment fund to honor former Executive Director Deborah Packard's 21 years of service and her upcoming retirement. To honor Deb’s extraordinary contributions and ensure her legacy endures, we are establishing the Deborah Packard Salisbury House Endowment Fund for the ongoing restoration and preservation of our headquarters, Salisbury House. This has been a signature project for Preservation Worcester, and one that has been made possible through Deb’s passion and energy. Join us in celebrating Deb’s incredible legacy and supporting the future of historic preservation in Worcester.
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Off Limits Tour: Beacon Street Firehouse
Saturday, September 12
Tours offered at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:00pm
For the final Off Limits tour of 2026, join us for a behind-the-scenes look inside the historic Beacon Street Firehouse located at 108 Beacon Street.
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Built to serve Worcester’s growing Beacon Street neighborhood, the firehouse is a reminder of an era when neighborhood fire stations were an important part of daily community life. Beyond its architectural character, the building tells the story of Worcester’s changing fire service and the firefighters who protected the surrounding neighborhood.
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During this exclusive experience, you’ll have the opportunity to step inside a firehouse that is rarely open to the public, explore its architectural details and working spaces, and hear stories about its history and role in the community.
