Add some razzle and dazzle to your summer through one of our fun and fabulous garden parties. Celebrate the Harlem Renaissance, or the Gilded Age with costumes, special cocktails, music, dancing and more. 

Celebrate the Harlem Renaissance
Stevens Coolidge House & Garden, Andover
August 21

In the spirit of transformation and the Roaring Twenties, Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens is teaming up with Merrimack Valley Black & Brown Voices to celebrate the social and artistic explosion that was the Harlem Renaissance!

During this family-friendly day to celebrate all things African-American culture in the early 20^th century, we invite you to enjoy all things musical, literary, artistic and delicious!

1920s attire encouraged.

Drag Hatters Tea Party
Naumkeag, Stockbridge
August 29, September 12

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with local drag legend Boxxa Vine for an Alice in Wonderland themed tea party and performance in the Chinese Garden.  This family friendly event includes a traditional tea, a craft and performance featuring Boxxa Vine and friends as they interpret Wonderland through story, song and, of course, a lip synch! We have limited capacity for each performance so don’t be late in purchasing your tickets.

There are two parties the family edition and adult only.