Mechanics Hall is located on Main Street in Worcester, MA Owned by the Worcester County Mechanics Association, which was established in 1842 and built Mechanics Hall in 1857. The Hall is considered the nation’s finest pre-Civil War performance hall by architectural historians and has a global reputation for its superb acoustic properties and for its beauty. Mechanics Hall is a community gathering place and a world-class performance Hall. It is sought after by recording and performance artists and is beloved for hosting events that inspire, enrich, and enlighten generations.