Preserving Charles Eliot's Museum of Landscapes
In honor of America’s 250th and the Frederic Church 200, The Trustees will present a series of two lectures to honor the American landscape. Each lecture will be followed by a reception with light refreshments. Sept. 24th – Olana: Frederic Church’s Vision of Art & Landscape Presented by… Read More
Souped Up Sandwiches: Adult Cooking Class
Level up your lunch game in this hands-on adult cooking class focused on soups and sandwiches. Chef Charlotte will teach you how to elevate classic lunch staples. Together, we’ll make grilled cheese and tomato soup, carrot ginger soup, and miso eggplant banh mi. Included in this class: Cooking demonstration and… Read More
An Afternoon of Poetry
Join the New England Poetry Club under the open-air tent at the Old Manse for an afternoon of poetry sharing their work in a setting steeped in literary history. Founded in 1915, the New England Poetry Club has long championed poets with ties to… Read More
Fabulous Fungi: Mushroom Foraging, Cultivation and Cuisine
At this fascinating workshop, you’ll walk Powisset’s woodlands and meadows, guided by Powisset’s mycologist, Amanda, who will provide tips for locating and identifying fungi. Amanda will discuss the role of fungi in the ecosystem, how sustenance foraging can be utilized to diversify our diets and combat food insecurity, as well… Read More
Sip and Stitch: Crocheted Coral Creations
Inspired by our new installations by Silvia López Chavez, we are looking to the intricate patterns and structures of the natural world and creating our own crochet coral reefs! Both in her new mural in the Museum Building and her interactive installation in the Sculpture Park, Chavez explores the… Read More
Choate Island Day
Scroll down to find both event registration and ticket options! Spend a day with us in celebration of Choate Island – the crown jewel of the Crane Wildlife Refuge. Here, deer and foxes roam through fields that once housed herds of sheep, and osprey fly over breathtaking views of Essex… Read More
City Natives Workshop – All About Pawpaws
Have you ever tried North America’s largest native fruit? Pawpaws aren’t commercially popular, but their custardy texture and tropical taste make them coveted among foragers. Join us at City Natives to meet our pawpaw trees, taste pawpaw ice cream, and have a chance to buy a pawpaw seedling from our… Read More
Garden Open Hours September
All are welcome to explore West Springfield Community Garden in South End at this casual meetup! Come prepared with garden questions to ask our expert gardener, Max. Discuss solutions and brainstorm with the group! This is an open forum meeting for South End gardeners of all backgrounds to ask their… Read More
Master Urban Gardener Practicum – Fall
*Please submit applications by September 1* To apply, please submit the completed form here: Master Urban Gardener Practicum Application – Fill out form The Boston Community Gardens Team is hosting another hands on Master Urban Gardener (MUG) Practicum class! This is the perfect opportunity to hone your gardening skills… Read More
Tour de Tapas: Adult Cooking Class
This event has sold out.Join us on a trip from Greater Boston to Barcelona, no passport necessary! In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Charlotte will teach you how to create a multitude of tapas for a delicious family-style feast. Together, we’ll make crispy, garlicky Pan con Tomate, Patatas Bravas, Albondigas,… Read More
Celebrating the American Landscape: Olana
In honor of America’s 250th and the Frederic Church 200, The Trustees will present a series of two lectures to honor the American landscape. Each lecture will be followed by a reception with light refreshments. Sept. 24th – Olana: Frederic Church’s Vision of Art & Landscape Presented by… Read More
Sunset Photography Walk at World’s End with Brian Sager
Join fine art photographer Brian Sager for an informal photography walk through the iconic landscapes of World’s End. Open to photographers of all experience levels, this program welcomes participants using everything from DSLR and mirrorless cameras to point-and-shoots to smartphones. As we explore the park during the beautiful late-day and… Read More