[MassHistPres] insurance options for historical society

[Mike Potaski]

The Uxbridge Historical Society recently acquired ownership of the 18th century Cornet John Farnum house and have insured it through the Hartford Group (building & content loss, general liability, and Officers & Directors liability). Local insurance agencies could not find insurance through any company they normally deal with.

Michael Potaski
Uxbridge Historical Society and Commission
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Sent: Friday, November 14, 2025 2:18 PM
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Subject: [MassHistPres] insurance options for historical society

I am looking for guidance/suggestions for liability/property insurance for our organization, a small historical society with two historic buildings and a collection of archives/objects.

Our insurance policy was abruptly cancelled a few weeks ago, the reason given was that the "buildings are more than 200 years old." We have struggled to find a replacement and the only option offered is considerably more expensive (approx. double the original policy).

Perhaps this is happening to other organizations or perhaps there are other options?

I would greatly appreciate any suggestions. I am aware of the National Trust Insurance Services.

With many thanks,

Jenny O'Neill, Executive Director
Westport Historical Society
PO Box N188, 25 Drift Road, Westport MA 02790
westporthistory at westporthistory.net<mailto:westporthistory at westporthistory.net>
508 636 6011
www.wpthistory.org<http://www.wpthistory.org/>
www.PaulCuffe.org<http://www.paulcuffe.org/>


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