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Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Stories in Stone

The Depot

Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. Beautiful gravestone artwork - from skulls and crossbones to willow trees and urns - reveal how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death. Discover how mortuary art has changed over time, and meet some of Lexington's most […]

Calling All Coffins!

Coffin House Museum 14 High Road, Newbury, MA, United States

Join us for a deep-dive into the Coffin Family and their legacy in this specialty tour, Calling All Coffins! Learn about the history of this prolific family while having a chance to connect with others. This tour is intended not just for Coffin descendants but for anyone passionate about genealogy or local history. Pack a […]

The Caterpillar Lab at Discovery Museum

The Caterpillar Lab at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us for a special visit from The Caterpillar Lab! Come see a variety of New England caterpillar species showcased on open-air displays of local plants. Get up close to enormous giant silk moth caterpillars, fierce-looking snake-mimicking caterpillars, convincing twig-mimicking caterpillars, and bubbly butterfly caterpillars. Witness rare moments of metamorphosis and watch ecological relationships play […]

Free with admission
The Caterpillar Lab at Discovery Museum

The Caterpillar Lab at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us for a special visit from The Caterpillar Lab! Come see a variety of New England caterpillar species showcased on open-air displays of local plants. Get up close to enormous giant silk moth caterpillars, fierce-looking snake-mimicking caterpillars, convincing twig-mimicking caterpillars, and bubbly butterfly caterpillars. Witness rare moments of metamorphosis and watch ecological relationships play […]

Free with admission
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park

Boarding House Park Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]

Free

September C.H.O.P. (Community Health Outreach Program) Dinner

Lowell Senior Center Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join Coalition for a Better Acre for our September CHOP Dinner on Wednesday, September 24th at 5:30 PM at the Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway Street, Lowell. This month’s theme is "Fall Festival", featuring fresh produce, festive decorations, and live music to celebrate the season. Dinner will be a delicious soul food meal prepared by […]

Wine Glass Painting Party

The Groton Inn The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, United States

Join us in the Keep’s Conservatory at The Groton Inn for a fun evening with friends! 5:30-6:30pm for cocktail hour- grab some food and a drink, mingle, and then start creating (food and drinks purchased separately). Our event is general admission and painting starts at 6:30. Tickets must be purchased in advance for this event. […]

$35

Celebrate Take a Child Outside Week! Outdoor Scientists

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Get a new perspective on Discovery Woods by exploring with a variety of science tools. Measure, observe, compare, and contrast as we collect some data and look closely at what we find. Inclement weather may result in changes to the program or cancellation.

Free with admission