Merrimac, Massachusetts
Merrimac Community Organizations
Merrimac is a small town, and much of its community life runs through a short list of local institutions: the library, the cultural council, the public-access station, and the town’s own services for older residents and for its history. Every one of them takes volunteers.
Community Organizations
| Organization | What they do & contact |
|---|---|
| Merrimac Public Library | The town’s free public library: programs, meeting space, public computers, and a card good at libraries across Massachusetts. 978-346-9441. |
| Merrimac Cultural Council | The local partner of the Mass Cultural Council, awarding state grants to arts, humanities and science programs that serve Merrimac. Merrimacculturalcouncil@gmail.com. |
| Merrimac Cable Access Television | The town’s public-access station, which records and broadcasts local government meetings and community programming. |
Town & Senior Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Council on Aging & Senior Center | The town senior center, outreach, and programs for older residents. Executive Director Brienne Walsh. (978) 346-9549. |
| Historical Commission | The town body that works to preserve Merrimac’s historic buildings, records, and places. |
| Merrimac Housing Authority | The town housing authority, which manages public and affordable housing for Merrimac residents. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s community services pages at townofmerrimac.com.