Culture & Diversity

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Culture & Diversity

Events celebrating the diversity of Massachusetts' many cultures

Join us in celebrating diverse cultures through a variety of enriching experiences. From Brazilian martial arts and vibrant family dance parties to art exhibitions and workshops on the healing power of medicinal herbs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and discover.

Saturday, June 13

Saturday, June 13

Pride on the Farm: A Family Pride Celebration at Weir River Farm

Weir River Farm | Hingham

Celebrate Pride on the farm! Animals, trails, and a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ families to celebrate together.

Sunday, June 14

Sunday, June 14

Queer Nature Walk at the Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate

Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate | Canton

A guided historic house and garden tour highlighting the queerness of our natural world.

Thursday, June 18

Thursday, June 18

Pierogi Class & Dinner with Good Pierogi

The FARM Institute | Edgartown

Join Good Pierogi for a delicious lesson in culture and community! Learn how to make your own pierogi to take home & share a delicious meal!

Friday, June 19

Friday, June 19

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Mans...

The Old Manse | Concord

Discover the powerful stories of freedom and contradiction at The Old Manse during the American Revolution!

Saturday, June 20

Saturday, June 20

2026 South End Garden Tour

Berkeley Community Garden | South End, Boston

A self guided tour through private, and public gardens & places in Boston's historical South End to support local community gardens!

Saturday, June 20

Saturday, June 20

CraneOutdoors: Juneteenth Choate Island Kayak and Hike

Crane Wildlife Refuge on the Crane Estate | Essex

Kayak & hike in Essex Bay, while learning the story of Jane & Violet and their family, enslaved here in the 1700s.

Saturday, June 20

Saturday, June 20

Maker Space: PRIDE in the Park!

deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum | Lincoln

Let's celebrate Pride Month at Maker Space: PRIDE in the Park!

Sunday, June 21

Sunday, June 21

Berkshire Pride Tea Dance

Naumkeag | Stockbridge

Come dance, connect, and celebrate Pride at Naumkeag—we can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

Sunday, June 21

Sunday, June 21

Classical At Crane Isn’t A Drag With Dr. Viola Voilà

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | Ipswich

Enjoy an evening with Dr. Viola Voilà featuring a classical repertoire on viola and piano.

Thursday, June 25

Thursday, June 25

Cook with Pride: Plant Dyed Pasta with MV Pasta

The FARM Institute | Edgartown

Celebrate Pride Month with this hands-on cooking class featuring all the colors of the rainbow (and all the delicious spring vegetables)!

Saturday, June 27

Saturday, June 27

Identifying Medicine in Our Garden: Plant Walk & Herbal-Infused Vinegars

Lenox and Kendall Community Garden | Boston

Herbalist Taina Vargas leads a plant walk and demonstration on how to make herbal-infused vinegars.

Saturday, June 27

Saturday, June 27

Muffins and Mimosas Pride Walk at Weir River Farm

Weir River Farm | Hingham

In celebration of Pride Month, enjoy a hike with The Trustees and Weymouth Pride, followed by muffins, mimosas, and great company!

Sunday, July 5

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Mans...

The Old Manse | Concord

Discover the powerful stories of freedom and contradiction at The Old Manse during the American Revolution!

Monday, July 13

Pierogi Class & Dinner with Good Pierogi

The FARM Institute | Edgartown

Join Good Pierogi for a delicious lesson in culture and community! Learn how to make your own pierogi to take home & share a delicious meal!

Sunday, August 2

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Mans...

The Old Manse | Concord

Discover the powerful stories of freedom and contradiction at The Old Manse during the American Revolution!

Saturday, August 22

Saturday, August 22

Elizabeth Freeman Day Celebration

Ashley House | Sheffield

Gather for a joyful day of community at our annual celebration honoring the life and legacy of Elizabeth Freeman.

Monday, August 31

Pierogi Class & Dinner with Good Pierogi

The FARM Institute | Edgartown

Join Good Pierogi for a delicious lesson in culture and community! Learn how to make your own pierogi to take home & share a delicious meal!

LGBTQIA+ Events

Exciting events celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community.

A group of campers meeting farm animals at Weird River Farm Summer Camp

Accessible Programming

Programs and events that offer accessibility accommodations for a more inclusive Trustees experience.

Inclusive Spaces

Weir River Farm Awarded Autism Welcoming Status

April 1, 2022

Designation from Autism Alliance means more inclusivity for sensory-sensitive peo...

How to Find Public Transportation Accessible Pro...

We are actively searching for ways to make Trustees properties more accessible to all individuals. Here's how to find out which properties are near publi...

Free and Reduced Admissions

Providing expanded access to our properties and cultural sites.

Two people sitting under an umbrella on Crane Beach. One person is sitting in a wheelchair, the other in a beach chair.

Accessible Properties

The Trustees is committed to ensuring our special places can be enjoyed and experienced by everyone. Learn more about accessibility at our properties.