Powisset Holiday Pig Wagon Lighting
Powisset Farm’s popular annual Powisset Holiday Pig Wagon will return for the third year! This event features the lighting of the Powisset Holiday Pig Wagon, reflecting the long history of the beloved local farm. The public is invited to the free, family-friendly, community event on Saturday, December 5, from 4-5:30PM. 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
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
A Candlelit Christmas at the Old Manse
Step back in time and embark on a candlelit journey through a colonial home, thoughtfully decorated for the holiday season! Learn about the historical figures who lived, worked, and visited the Old Manse throughout the decades, and also get a glimpse in how their holiday celebrations evolved. Space is limited… 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
A Candlelit Christmas at the Old Manse
Step back in time and embark on a candlelit journey through a colonial home, thoughtfully decorated for the holiday season! Learn about the historical figures who lived, worked, and visited the Old Manse throughout the decades, and also get a glimpse in how their holiday celebrations evolved. Space is limited… 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
Potatoes, Pommes, and Papas: Adult Cooking Class
If you say “potato”, we say “Hasselback gratin!” In this hands-on class, Chef Charlotte will lead the group in a variety of potato-based dishes to upgrade your holiday spreads. Whether you’re a mashed potato purist, or tuber-curious, you’ll love these crispy potato pillows with garlic and rosemary, sage and sweet… Read More
Powisset Pals – Fairy Garden Workshop
Bring a little bit of magic indoors this season! As the days get shorter and the world outside becomes less green, we’ll create a little forest of our own inside the Powisset Kitchen. In this hands-on crafting class, young gardeners will design and build their own miniature fairy gardens using… Read More
Teen Test Kitchen – Hot Potatoes!
No small potatoes here! Teens will get hands-on in the kitchen and discover creative new ways to cook with everyone’s favorite spud. In this hands-on class, Chef Charlotte will lead the group in a variety of potato-based dishes to upgrade your favorite type of potato. Whether you’re a mashed… Read More
A Candlelit Christmas at the Old Manse
Step back in time and embark on a candlelit journey through a colonial home, thoughtfully decorated for the holiday season! Learn about the historical figures who lived, worked, and visited the Old Manse throughout the decades, and also get a glimpse in how their holiday celebrations evolved. Space is limited… 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