EXPLORE THE OPTICAL HERITAGE MUSEUM

EXPLORE OUR VIRTUAL WORLD

Virtual displays allow us to share our rich optical heritage with an even wider international audience and through digital media, we the ability to engage with our audience with ease.

We love the idea that our collections, stories and people could reach literally, anywhere in the world, influencing those who have no chance of physically passing through our doors. We want optical history to be globally available and believe in the importance of online content to spread the word.

From the comfort of your own chair, explore the digital universe of the Optical Heritage Museum.

VIRTUAL TOUR

Live on the other side of the world and getting to Southbridge not possible this afternoon? No worries, we have you covered thanks to our online tour.

With some help from our friends at google, we have developed a virtual tour so you can explore our many exhibits from the comfort of your own homes.

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PAST EVENTS

Without doubt, the museum is the most influential optical attraction in the New England area, if not the country. With walls covered in tradition, it is the perfect place for groups to meet and celebrate.

Guest authored by friends and influential figures of the optical industry, we have compiled a recap of all our recent events.

view Event recaps

SPECIAL FEATURES

There is so much taking place at the museum, we just needed somewhere to keep all the action.

It could be some news about an exciting new development, or it might even be an article extracted from an AO magazine at the turn of the century… Whatever it is, there will be something for everyone here.

Special Features

VISIT THE MUSEUM

Secure your personal guided tour by one of our dedicated museum team members. Adults: $10 | Seniors: $8 | Kids 12 y/o and under: $5. All proceeds help keep our doors open for the next visitors.

Simply follow the link to make a booking. All payments can be transferred once you arrive for your tour. It’s basically online booking… but easier.

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Visit us

As a non-for-profit, we rely on the generosity of our supporters and visitors to preserve our collection for further generations.

We charge a small entry fee, payable on arrival to the museum, which helps keep our doors open for visitors, just like you.

By appointment only.
Please call the museum or book online
By appointment only.
Please call the museum or book online
Open from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Walk ins welcome, however please book online or call the museum prior to visiting.
Open from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Walk ins welcome, however please book online or call the museum prior to visiting.
Open from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Walk ins welcome, however please book online or call the museum prior to visiting.
As the museum is volunteer operated, we do not have staff members available for walk ins over the weekend. However, we can open doors with some advanced notice, so please contact us to make an appointment.
Or book online to visit another time.
As the museum is volunteer operated, we do not have staff members available for walk ins over the weekend. However, we can open doors with advanced notice, so please contact us to make an appointment.
Or book online to visit another time.