Museums & Galleries · Cambridge
Haverhill and District Local History Centre
📍 CB9 8AR
Photo: Chris Sampson (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Over 8,000 historical photographs of Haverhill from c1860
- Local newspaper 'Echo' archives on microfilm from 1888
- Changing exhibitions programme throughout the year
- Resources and aids for family history researchers
- Books on the town's history published by the group
This local history centre, housed within Haverhill Arts Centre on the High Street, is run by the Haverhill & District Local History Group, an accredited museum staffed by volunteers. You'll find over 8,000 photographs of the town and district dating from around 1860, microfilm editions of the local 'Echo' newspaper from 1888 to 1980, resources for family historians, publications on the area, and a changing programme of exhibitions. It's a good fit for anyone interested in local or family history, with the centre open weekday mornings and Saturday afternoons, or by prior appointment. If you're staying nearby, Dullingham station is 8.9 miles away, and BritStays lists 5 bookable places to stay within 5 miles.
Practical details
- Open
- Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings 10 to 12, and Saturdays 10am to 2pm
- Booking
- Visits also possible by prior appointment
- Best for
- Family historians and those researching local history
From the attraction's own website on 14 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
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