Membership Appeal:

Here in Charlton we have something rare and very special. Not only do we have beautiful countryside, wonderful schools, and a fine community; we also have a very important historical landmark, the Rider Tavern. Built in 1799, the Tavern is an outstanding example of a federal period inn. The Massachusetts Historical Commission has noted the Rider Tavern to be one of the most important historic buildings in Massachusetts. The Tavern is located at 255 Stafford Street, in the North Side Village of Charlton.

Why not consider becoming a member and help us preserve the history of our town. As a member you will receive our semi-annual newsletter, an open invitation to all of our events, and your dues will be used to continue the preservation of Charlton's history. At $5 for an individual membership and $10 for a family it is one of the best deals in town! The annual membership runs from June to June. Please see the coupon below for details on joining or renewing. Memberships make wonderful gifts.

The society is solely funded through private and corporate contributions as well as local grants. We do not receive any funding through local taxes. All contributions are tax deductible. We keep our membership dues low in order to include all that are interested. We rely on the generosity of those that can afford more to help us by including a tax-deductible contribution with their membership application. We would like to thank all of you who have contributed in the past and those of you who are considering it now!

If you have ever thought about becoming a member of the Charlton Historical Society, this would be a great year to start. We look forward to meeting you at our next event.