ashley house

The Legacy of Elizabeth Freeman

Step into a pivotal chapter of American history on this guided tour of the Col. John Ashley House— where Elizabeth “Mum Bett” Freeman was enslaved before she boldly sued for her freedom and helped end slavery in Massachusetts. As you explore this 18th-century home, you’ll learn… Read More

mission house

Mohicans, Missionaries and Migrating Colonists: A Guided Tour

New England’s Colonial history—from the perspective of the colonists as well as the indigenous peoples who preceded them—comes alive inside the home to the first missionary to the Mohicans. This National Historic Landmark was originally built around 1742 by the Rev. John Sergeant, the first missionary to… Read More

Old Manse Books

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse

Many who fought for liberty and independence from Great Britain also enslaved other people – a contradiction that is at the heart of the American Revolution. At the Old Manse, we see this contradiction embodied in the life of William Emerson, “Patriot Preacher” and slave holder. We also… Read More

mission house

Mohicans, Missionaries and Migrating Colonists: A Guided Tour

New England’s Colonial history—from the perspective of the colonists as well as the indigenous peoples who preceded them—comes alive inside the home to the first missionary to the Mohicans. This National Historic Landmark was originally built around 1742 by the Rev. John Sergeant, the first missionary to… Read More

Old Manse Books

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse

Many who fought for liberty and independence from Great Britain also enslaved other people – a contradiction that is at the heart of the American Revolution. At the Old Manse, we see this contradiction embodied in the life of William Emerson, “Patriot Preacher” and slave holder. We also… Read More

Berkshire Pride Tea Dance

Berkshire Pride Tea Dance

This is the 18-and-over pride party you aren’t going to want to miss! In partnership with Berkshire Pride and sponsorship generously provided by BlueQ, Naumkeag is hosting Berkshire Pride’s fourth annual Tea Dance on Sunday, June 8th from 4pm – 7:30pm in the gardens at Naumkeag. We are excited to… Read More

joseph everett chandler

The Importance of Being Furnished: Four Bachelors at Home Lecture

Join Wheaton College professor R. Tripp Evans for an exploration of his latest book, The Importance of Being Furnished: Four Bachelors at Home, a portrait of four fascinating men who shaped American style from the Gilded to the Jazz Age yet whose lives have until now remained in shadow. Pioneers… Read More