How We Began
The Warren Historical Society was founded in 1964 by Warren citizens interested in preserving the history of Warren and its people by collecting artifacts and documents related to Warren's past. Today the collection has grown to thousands of artifacts, photos and documents. At the urging of Edwin Boggs, Sr., Dr. Campbell left his large residence at 255 Main Street to the Society in 1983. Upon the death of Dr. Campbell, the Warren Historical Society moved its entire collection into the building, now called the Dr. Campbell House and Museum.
Today, the society maintains the museum and holds programs for members and the general public. On Warren Day, the society holds an open house with free tours. Tours on other days are by arrangement (207)-273-2726 or warrenhs@tds.net).
Our Mission
- To collect, acquire, preserve, exhibit, and interpret historically significant documents, records, genealogies, artifacts, and relics of Warren.
- To acquire and protect all historical objects and records of the society.
- To perpetuate the memory of the early settlers of Warren.
- To present lectures on historical subjects and arrange cultural and other activities.
- To assemble information about the written and oral history of Warren.
- To maintain a museum, library, and meetings rooms at the Dr. Campbell House at 225 Main Street.
Our Resources
- Town reports
- Old house histories
- Warren Day and Grange histories
- Veteran artifacts and information
- The Alewife, the Warren High School yearbooks
- Victorian clothing and accessories
- Post cards
- Genealogies and genealogical resources including obituaries. If your family or ancestors are from Warren, and you have photos or genealogical information to share, please contact us.
We welcome donations related to Warren history and families, including artifacts and/or photocopies or scanned copies. The Warren Historical Society is a nonprofit organization supported by membership dues, donations, the Town of Warren, and book sales.