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Passport to the Past: Stevens-Coolidge Guided House Tour

Discover the stories behind the walls of one of North Andover’s historic gems. Join us for a guided tour of Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens, a Colonial Revival treasure that reflects early 20th-century elegance and global influence. Once the summer home of Helen Stevens Coolidge and John Gardner Coolidge—a diplomat and… Read More

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Bird Walks at World's End

Walk the trails of World’s End this summer, especially “Bird Alley” and “The Valley” listening for seasonal bird songs and searching for bird activity. Positioned in Hingham Bay, World’s End offers an attractive green oasis for birds flying along the coast. Poor weather conditions and unfavorable fronts often force birds… Read More

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Library in the Landscape: Nature Sanctuary

Library in the Landscape welcomes young minds to enjoy live storybook reading and hands-on art making amidst nature’s beauty. Set in the heart of the Sculpture Park, this program invites children and an accompanying adult to immerse themselves in a blend of storytelling and creativity. With curated readings by Lincoln… Read More

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deCordova Performance Series: Ezekiel's Wheels Klezmer Band

Join us for a wonderful evening of one of the world’s top klezmer ensembles in the deCordova Sculpture Park! Spread a blanket on the ground, or bring your own chair for a wonderful, family-friendly evening. Come early to enjoy our beautiful grounds surrounded by art and nature especially our… Read More

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Mindfulness Meditation at Naumkeag

Come and experience an enjoyable flow of guided meditation, walking, meaningful conversation and community, in this 8th annual summer series facilitated by Sandrine Harris. Enjoy deepening your connection with the natural surroundings and views at the gardens of Naumkeag, while learning how to meditate with ease. No prior experience… Read More

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Family Cow Connection at Appleton Farms

Immerse your family in the heartwarming experience of being up close and personal with one of our favorite farm animals – cows! Cuddle, brush, and sit with our hand-raised cows at Appleton Farms. Visit our scenic and historic farm and enjoy Family Cow Connection session with our two Jersey… Read More

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Olmsted's Moraine Farm Lecture and Guided Tour

Explore the history and future of Moraine Farm, Frederick Law Olmsted’s earliest residential landscape in Beverly, MA and significant Trustee’s property. Moraine Farm was Olmsted’s first master plan for residential country seat and represents a laboratory for ideas that would reach their apotheosis in the Vanderbilt estate in North Carolina,… Read More

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Nature Play & Learn at the Harrington Park Summer Food Program

Join the Trustees’ Mobile Adventures at the Free Summer Food Program at Harrington Park for FREE nature play & learning this summer! You can find us at Harrington Park on select Fridays all summer long. Friday 7/11 From 11-1pm get ready to level up your wilderness game because this week… Read More

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The Ashley House Reimagined: A Curator’s Tour

Join Livy Scott, Decorative Arts Trust Curatorial Fellow, for a guided tour introducing the new reinterpretation of the Ashley House. Learn about her research into this home, its free and enslaved occupants, and highlights of the impressive decorative arts collection. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Financial assistance available… Read More