Date Night: Passport to Paris Adult Cooking Class
This event has sold out. Join us for a romantic, hands-on cooking experience designed for couples, where you’ll create a complete, flavorful meal together. We’ll render bacon to add a crispy bite to Salade Lyonnaise, complete with warm vinaigrette and finish with a silky poached egg. Indulge in steak frites… Read More
Story Hour at the Old Manse
Join us throughout September explore the natural world through stories, crafts, and fun fall activities in a landscape that inspired writers and environmentalists! Stop by the historic site for a free story hour where we’ll read nature inspired children’s books and do a simple craft together! Friday September… Read More
Home to Two Revolutions: Tour of the Old Manse
Home to Two Revolutions – From the American Revolution of 1775 through the literary revolution of the mid-19th century, on this house tour we share the stories of Manse residents, both the famous and the lesser-known, who influenced and responded to the 19th century social, political and cultural changes that… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Powisset Farm
The Powisset Farm Barnyard is full again with sheep, goats, chickens, and pigs! Join all of our animals for our Story Hours. Spend your morning at Powisset Farm and experience an exciting way to foster a love of reading and animals. Explore the barnyard and meet our barnyard friends… Read More
Stargazing at Fruitlands Museum with Aldrich Astronomical Society
Take in the stunning magic of the autumn skies at Fruitlands Museum! Join the Aldrich Astronomical Society on the Fruitlands hillside for a fun, and informative, night of stargazing. With a waxing moon illuminating the skies, as well as the chance to catch a glimpse of far-flung planets and star… Read More
A Bite of Italy: Adult Cooking Class
Spend an evening in Rome with Chef Charlotte! In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll recreate the colors of the Italian flag with Insalata Tricolore; emulsify butter, cheese, and pasta water to make an authentic Cacio e Pepe; layer delicate melanzane for Eggplant Parmigiana; and finish with a creamy, espresso-soaked tiramisu. Read More
Home to Two Revolutions: Tour of the Old Manse
Home to Two Revolutions – From the American Revolution of 1775 through the literary revolution of the mid-19th century, on this house tour we share the stories of Manse residents, both the famous and the lesser-known, who influenced and responded to the 19th century social, political and cultural changes that… Read More
Home to Two Revolutions: Tour of the Old Manse
Home to Two Revolutions – From the American Revolution of 1775 through the literary revolution of the mid-19th century, on this house tour we share the stories of Manse residents, both the famous and the lesser-known, who influenced and responded to the 19th century social, political and cultural changes that… Read More
Open Books: Linocut Bookplate Workshop
190 years ago, while sitting in the upstairs study of the Old Manse, Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote in Nature that “the world shall be to us an open book.” His words set the stage for many literary greats who lived and visited at the Old Manse, and who took inspiration… Read More
Flipping the Script: The Women of the Manse
Join us for a captivating tour where we flip the script and delve into the untold stories of the remarkable women who lived in The Old Manse! Rather than focusing solely on the famous men, we’ll shine a light on the inspiring voices and experiences of the women whose lives… Read More
Family-Friendly Tour of the Old Manse
Step into the incredible world of The Old Manse, a stunning 254 year-old house that witnessed the dawn of the American Revolutionary War and served as a sanctuary for renowned writers and artists! Join us for a special 30-minute tour designed just for families with young adventurers. Experience history like… Read More
Home to Two Revolutions: Tour of the Old Manse
Home to Two Revolutions – From the American Revolution of 1775 through the literary revolution of the mid-19th century, on this house tour we share the stories of Manse residents, both the famous and the lesser-known, who influenced and responded to the 19th century social, political and cultural changes that… Read More