Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on… Read More
Explore! North Shore: Winter Solstice Walk at Ward Reservation
The Explore! North Shore hiking series will get you outside and moving at some lesser explored Trustees properties across the Northeast Region, at the right time of year to see these special places shine. These beginner hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for learning and… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Winter Solstice Hike and Fire Pit Adventure
Join us for a beautiful hike to Cedar Point to celebrate the Winter Solstice! Winter at the Crane Estate has much to offer and while you may be familiar with Crane Beach, Cedar Point is a much less-explored part of the property. You will encounter maritime scrub forest, woodland trails,… Read More
Christmas at Castle Hill: A Nod to Nature
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s event celebrating the beauty of the natural world. You’ll see birds, flowers, snowflakes and more as you view 18 spaces decorated for the holidays. Go at your own pace and learn from interpeters stationed in rooms. Read More
Christmas at Castle Hill: A Nod to Nature
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s event celebrating the beauty of the natural world. You’ll see birds, flowers, snowflakes and more as you view 18 spaces decorated for the holidays. Go at your own pace and learn from interpeters stationed in rooms. Read More
CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point
There’s no better excuse to explore Cedar Point—the western-most part of the Crane Estate—than a hike at sunset. This two-hour adventure in a lesser-known part of the property has it all… A stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of the Great House A hike down the Woodland Trail leading… Read More
Cancelled – CraneOutdoors: The Castle Hill Hike
Come explore the lesser-visited corners of Castle Hill and its surroundings with us. This hike is a CraneOutdoors guide favorite because it’s got a little bit of all the things that make the Crane Estate such a special place… A stroll along the spine of Castle Hill, starting at the… Read More
CraneExplorer: Coastal Holiday Crafts
This holiday season, give a gift from the sea! Beach treasures make beautiful holiday ornaments, jewelry, and keepsakes. Join this workshop to take a beach walk to collect coastal treasures and then make some coastal crafts with our educators. Bring your own shells and beach treasures and we will provide… Read More
Christmas at Castle Hill: A Nod to Nature
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s event celebrating the beauty of the natural world. You’ll see birds, flowers, snowflakes, and more as you view 18 spaces decorated for the holidays. Go at your own pace and learn from interpreters stationed in rooms. Read More
Christmas Tea at Castle Hill
Take a respite from the holiday rush by taking tea and a tour in the Great House at Castle Hill. Enjoy teas, savories, and sweets with friends or family. You’ll be served by costumed staff as if the Crane family were here in 1929. Tour the Great House, festively decorated… Read More
Christmas Tea at Castle Hill
Take a respite from the holiday rush by taking tea and a tour in the Great House at Castle Hill. Enjoy teas, savories, and sweets with friends or family. You’ll be served by costumed staff as if the Crane family were here in 1929. Tour the Great House, festively decorated… Read More
Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – FALL SESSION
*ONLY A FEW OPENINGS LEFT! REGISTER TODAY!* FIDDLEHEADS FALL SEMESTER 2025: Fall is here and harvest is in full swing! It’s a great time for your preschooler to learn what our fields, barnyard, and forest have to offer. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:30-12:30 for a preschool… Read More