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Our Story

70 years of sweet tradition on the hill.

Charlton's favorite sunset spot has been scooping ice cream since the 1950s — and we're just getting started.

Ice cream with Dresser Hill sunset backdrop
Since 1950s
Finally — we're back.

Our sweet story.

Dresser Hill Dairy Farm originally started making and selling ice cream on-site in the 1950s. For generations, a stop at the top of Dresser Hill Road has been a summer ritual — the place where first dates, family outings, and perfect sunsets were made.

The ice cream stand was sold in the early 2000s and operated for a time as "Dresser Hill's The Clam Box." Then, under new ownership beginning in 2021, the building underwent extensive renovations — and now, with much anticipation, Dresser Hill Ice Cream Bar is back.

Our priority is simple: keep the tradition alive here in Charlton by serving the most delicious ice cream, the freshest seafood, and treating every guest like a neighbor. We are extremely thankful to this community, which has been incredibly patient for the renaissance of the ever-so-nostalgic Dresser Hill.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We're excited to share this with you.

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Our Values

What we stand for.

Every scoop, basket, and sunset on the hill is guided by the same four principles.

Tradition

We honor the 70-year legacy of this hilltop — and protect what made it special in the first place.

Quality

Over 40 premium ice cream flavors and fresh New England seafood — no shortcuts, ever.

Family First

A welcoming spot where kids climb picnic benches, grandparents reminisce, and everyone feels at home.

Community

Charlton is more than a zip code — it's the heart of everything we do, every single day.

The Journey

A hilltop through the decades.

1950s

The original stand opens

Dresser Hill Dairy Farm begins making and selling ice cream on-site, quickly becoming a Charlton summer tradition.

Early 2000s

A new chapter: The Clam Box

The stand is sold and operates for years as "Dresser Hill's The Clam Box," expanding the menu into fresh seafood.

2021

Renovation & rebirth

New ownership begins a top-to-bottom renovation of the building, grounds, and menu — while keeping the view exactly the way it always was.

Today

Dresser Hill Ice Cream Bar

Over 40 premium flavors, a full seafood and grill kitchen, and the best sunsets in Worcester County — all at the top of the hill.

Come See It For Yourself

The sunset on Dresser Hill tastes even better with a cone in hand.

Stop in any day of the week. Bring the kids, bring the dog, bring an appetite — we'll take care of the rest.

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