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Worcester Historical Museum

Small museum in a beautiful old building that presents the city's history. Worcester Historical Museum features a rotating art exhibit and a section dedicated to the various manufacturing industries that built the city. Also has a room dedicated to the "smiley face," which was invented in Worcester.

Address: 30 Elm Street
Hours: Tue-Sat 10AM-4PM, Thu 10AM-8:30PM
Website: worcesterhistory.org (opens in a new tab)

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