Chester, Massachusetts
Chester Community Organizations
Chester and the surrounding hilltowns are served by a small network of non-profits covering the arts, local history, and housing, and every one of them takes volunteers.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do & contact |
|---|---|
| Chester Theatre Company | A professional summer theater founded in 1990 that stages contemporary plays in Chester each season. |
| The Chester Foundation | The all-volunteer nonprofit that restored the historic Chester railroad depot and runs it as the Chester Railway Station and Museum. |
| Hilltown Community Development Corporation | Serves Chester and the surrounding Hilltowns with affordable housing, small-business support, and community projects. |
Town & Community Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hamilton Memorial Library | The town library at 195 Route 20, with programs, computers, and a card that works across Massachusetts. Director Tammy Merenda. (413) 354-7808. |
| Council on Aging | The town’s senior center and outreach for older residents. Director Keirsen Broman. (413) 354-7735. |
| Chester Historical Society | Keeps and shares the town’s records and local history. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s community pages at townofchester.net.
MassCivics last checked this page on September 26, 2026.
Sources
- Town records: Town of Chester, Chester Historical Society, as of September 24, 2026.
- Town records: Town of Chester, Council on Aging, as of September 24, 2026.
- Town records: Town of Chester, Library, as of September 24, 2026.
- Community organizations: Chester Theatre Company, Chester Theatre Company, home page, as of September 2026.
- Community organizations: Hilltown CDC, Hilltown CDC, home page, as of September 24, 2026.
- Community organizations: The Chester Foundation, Chester Railway Station and Museum, as of September 24, 2026.