What a find!! We were met by Andrew Tabak, a volunteer at this free museum and author of a book called "Fort Devens: From Boys to Men".
Multiple rooms of memorabilia from WWI and WWII have been donated by local residents whose family members were stationed at, or mustered out from Camp Devens. We had estimated an hour visit, and found ourselves fascinated by Andrews stories for well over 2 hours.
Museum is on 3rd floor of an office building with handicapped parking and elevator access. Also has a small book store and reading area. Handicapped restrooms available.
Director Kara Fossey is interested in souvenirs and stories related to Camp Devens or Fort Devens. Museum open Tuesdays and Fridays only from 10-3.
I was stationed here back in 1968-1969. Quite a trip down memory lane. Nice small museum - very nice docents!
For history buffs this place covers the past 100 years of history for ft devens ( camp devens)
Nice small town atmosphere lived in Shirley then moved on bass at Davao circle nice history area early seventies
Wonderful museum. Uncomfortably awkward tour guide
Small, but interesting if you served or if you are close to someone who has served.
Good time
Enjoyed going back in time and seeing all the great exhibits here. The museum is inside what was the old Navy Barracks when I was stationed here in 1992. Great to see the building being put to good use.
Great little hidden gem!
Excellent history of the area!