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
Coskata-Coatue Natural History Tour
Join our expert guides on this over-sand vehicle beach tour and learn about the fascinating flora and fauna at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Experience beautiful and unique habitats including salt marshes, the barrier beach system, and the marine environment. Learn how sea level rise and more frequent and severe storms threaten… Read More
Roaring Twenties Lawn Party
Don’t miss the party of the summer! You’ll find jazz musicians on 2 stages, antique autos, a vintage fair, flappers and dandies, and picnickers galore. Explore the formal gardens, compete in contests, take a dance lesson, participate in a fashion parade, and enjoy a drink at the Bootlegger’s Garden featuring… 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 never… Read More
A Walk in the Park: Guided Tour of deCordova Sculpture Park
Join a deCordova Guide for a tour through the park. Each tour is a lively conversation about artists, art-making processes, materials, and deCordova’s rich history. Ask about your favorite sculpture, new acquisition, or the history of campus – from the glaciers cutting the landscape to how Julien and Lizzie de Cordova’s home became a… Read More
Learning with Livestock at Appleton Farms
Learning with Livestock at Appleton Farms Join us for open and free programming and demonstrations every Saturday! Meet the animals of Appleton, learn about why farmers keep animals, and the role they play alongside us on the farm. These rotating family-friendly farm education sessions are for all ages- kids and… Read More
Barnyard Buddies
Spend your Saturday morning exploring the farm and meeting our friendly animals in this program for families! Some examples of activities could be egg collecting, feeding the goats, or a farm story time. Every program ends with a visit to the Friendship Garden to help care for the plants growing. 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
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
Ice Cream Making on the Farm
Come join us in the farm kitchen to beat the warm weather and whip up your own ice cream! Participants will tackle every step of the ice cream making process, from mixing the cream and sugar to churning the base, and will come away with a sweet reward for their… 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