CraneOutdoors: Sunset Kayak in the Crane Wildlife Refuge
There are few places on the North Shore that more reliably enjoy spectacular sunsets than the back side of Crane Beach, overlooking Essex Bay. On this outing into the heart of the Crane Wildlife Refuge, we will be paddling in the protected waters of one of the most scenic… Read More
Long Hill House & Garden Tour
Visit Long Hill’s breathtaking gardens and stately historic house for a guided tour. Enjoy the rich history of this grand country estate, home of the Sedgwick family, as you learn about the elegant lifestyle of wealthy Bostonians on the North Shore, and the artisans who created it. The tour takes… Read More
Castle Hill Tour: Cupola with a View
This is our most Instagram-able tour experience and a particular treat for those interested in the architecture of the Great House and its surrounding property. You’ll gain insight into the architectural choices made by David Adler as he designed and built the Great House, the second home the Cranes built… Read More
Summer BloomFest: Cut Flowers Garden Tour & Bouquet Workshop
Enter a world of early 20th-century country elegance and contemporary garden design with this specialty garden tour focusing on cut flowers at Stevens-Coolidge! Cut Flowers will take you through the expansive manicured gardens and European-inspired flower beds designed in the 1920s and our newly installed Cutting Garden, with a focus… Read More
Summer BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens
Join us for a peaceful morning Yoga class among the beautiful blooming Summer gardens at Stevens-Coolidge during our Summer BloomFest weekend! During this outdoor yoga class, participants will enjoy a gentle flow to balance and stretch their body and connect with nature. With the sky for a roof, flowers for walls, and birdsong for… Read More
Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail
Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series to connect your child with the natural world around us. Take a leisurely walk through the gardens and Helen’s meadow to Celebrate Pollinator Month with a colorful and educational self-guided story trail featuring the… Read More
Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail
Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Take a leisurely walk through the Garden to Garden Trail to Celebrate Pollinator Month with a colorful and educational self-guided… Read More
Summer BloomFest
Celebrate the height of summer in full floral splendor at Summer BloomFest! Nestled in the heart of North Andover, Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens welcomes you to in a weekend of botanical beauty, seasonal charm, and family-friendly fun. Stroll through our gardens in peak bloom, bursting with vibrant color and… Read More
Adult Cow Connection at Appleton Farms
Come meet, cuddle, brush, and sit with our hand-raised cows at Appleton Farms! The mild heart rate and warm body temperature of the cows induces a slowing of our own heart rate, as well as the release of Oxytocin, our social bonding hormone. Visit our scenic and historic farm and… Read More
Summer BloomFest: Behind the Layers Historic Mural Restoration House Tour
Step inside our historic house for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into one of our most captivating features: a hand-painted historic mural in our Ballroom currently being restored to its former glory. This guided tour will take participants through the house for a brief overview of the property to tell the… Read More
Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail
Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series to connect your child with the natural world around us. Take a leisurely walk through the gardens and Helen’s meadow to Celebrate Pollinator Month with a colorful and educational self-guided story trail featuring the… Read More
Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail
Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Take a leisurely walk through the Garden to Garden Trail to Celebrate Pollinator Month with a colorful and educational self-guided… Read More