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Thornton W. Burgess Museum

4 Water Street, Rte. 130, Sandwich, MA 02563
508-888-4668
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Ranked #14 of 14 attractions in Sandwich
3.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Children's Museums, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Description: Preserved in a 18th-century house, the life and works of Thornton Burgess, renowned children's author and naturalist, are displayed.
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

We knew nothing about Thornton Burgess when we visited the Museum and really learned very little about him there. Underwhelmed but did enjoy learning about the jam kitchen. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Beautiful gardens, jam tasting, the ability to take jam making classes More

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Wainfleet, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

This was a very small museum, just a couple of rooms, but lots to read about the author. Had a little gift store. Staff was friendly. A beautiful view!! More

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Framingham
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

We went to see a Cape Cod photography exhibit learned a bit about the author of Peter Rabbit (briefly known as Peter Cottontail). The jelly kitchen was a nice little attraction and although the weather did not permit, the grounds seem nicely kept. More

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norwalk, ct
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

This museum was housed in a small Saltbox House. We had our 4 year old twins so decided it would be a fun place to take them. There is no admission cost, but the suggested 'donation' is only $2 per person. There is a small gift shop and a room for the children to write on a chalk board and... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

This was a cute little museum dedicated to the author of Peter Cottontail. The musuem is very small, but they did have scheduled events a couple times a week such as outdoor story telling by the pond. Check the local events listing to find out what they have planned. I personally enjoyed reading the letters they had posted that Burgess... More

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