America 250

Revolutionary moments and key figures in the fight for American Independence are connected to Trustees special places.

PLACES

Weir River Farm

This family-friendly farm—one of the last in Hingham—captivates visitors with its own livestock family of horses, pigs, cows, chickens, and sheep.

PROGRAMS

Crane Estate Kayak Adventures

Join us for a guided kayak adventure in the Crane Wildlife Refuge on the waters of Ipswich, MA. We offer kayak rentals and lessons, led by experienced g...

JUNE 7, 2026

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse

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

JULY 5, 2026

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse

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

AUGUST 2, 2026

American Contradictions: Enslavement and the American Revolution at The Old Manse

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

PRESS-RELEASES

Fruitlands Museum’s New Exhibitions Focusing on Native American Art Open June 15

Three new Native American Art exhibitions open at Fruitlands

NEWS & INITIATIVES

American Country House Conference Recap

Castle Hill hosted the annual American Country House Conference

PAST EXHIBIT

Place of Intersection: Survivance in the American West

Coming soon to Fruitlands Museum.

PLACES

The Old Manse

From the Revolutionary War to the revolution in American thought under its roof, The Old Manse was the center of Concord’s political, literary, and so...