Barnyard Buddies at Powisset Farm
Morning has arrived at Powisset Farm, and our barnyard buddies are ready to welcome you! Join our livestock staff each Saturday morning in the barnyard for a fun, interactive barnyard experience. Roll up your sleeves and meet the animals who call Powisset Farm home. Along the way, you’ll learn how… Read More
Fall Fun at Powisset Farm
Join us in October to enjoy a classic New England fall day at the farm featuring hayrides, live music, a climbing haystack, scenic walking trails, a StoryWalk®, fall scavenger hunt, and a visit to see the barnyard animals. Enjoy farm-fresh food, hot and cold cider, wine and craft beer, and other seasonal treats available for purchase. Our Farm Store will… Read More
Flying into Fall: A Birding Adventure Celebrating October Big Day 2026
Celebrate the beauty of the season at Fruitlands Museum with a day inspired by feathers, flight, and fall color celebrating the global birding event, October Big Day. We are excited to partner with three different birding organizations on this exciting day! At 10–11:30AM, the Boxborough Birders will… 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
Spotlight Talk with a Curator: Across Boundaries Across Barriers
Join The Trustees Associate Curator of Native American Art, Tess Lukey (Aquinnah Wampanoag), for a Spotlight Talk in the Wayside Gallery. Tess will share an artwork from her exhibit Across Boundaries Across Barriers, which showcases some of the objects from Fruitlands Museum’s Indigenous Collection through the framework of the Medicine… 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
Oktoberfest: Adult Cooking Class
In this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Charlotte, you’ll make classic Oktoberfest staples, including Käsespätzle, Roast Pork Loin with Sauerkraut, and Apples Apfelküchle with Whipped Sour Cream. Included in this class: Cooking demonstration and hands-on learning experience. Instruction from an experienced, top-notch instructor. Recipes to take home. At the end… Read More
27th Annual Rappaport Art Prize Artist Lecture with Sky Hopinka
Please join us for a lecture by Sky Hopinka, the recipient of the 2026 Rappaport Art Prize. A light reception before the lecture will begin at 6pm. The lecture will begin promptly at 6:30pm. About the Artist: Sky Hopinka (Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians) was… 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
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 see it… 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