Calendar
2009 Events
Jan. 23 - First Person Presentation - 7:00 pm
CCC-The Civilian Conservation Corps
The history of the CCC in Massachusetts will be discussed including their efforts toward wildlife management, forest improvements and the development of recreational resources.
Admission: $5
Make your reservations today by calling the Village at 205-5051. The event is weather permitting, so please call ahead for details if the weather is questionable.
Feb. 2 - June 8 - School Programs
Feb. 18 & 19* - A Day Away In The Past Children's Vacation Program
Children ages 7-12 can step back into the 19th century when they dress in period costume and try their hands at old-fashioned activities, craft projects and games in this Early American experience. One-day program - 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
March 15 - Maple Harvest Day - 11:00 am-3:00 pm
This event focuses on the history and folklore of maple sugar making in New England. The Village will offer demonstrations of tree tapping, sumac spile making and sap boiling in the front yard of the Gilbert Homestead; fireplace cooking, basket weaving and wool spinning demonstrations inside. Storrowton Tavern will offer a special maple-themed menu featuring items unique to this special day. Admission is free.
April 22 & 23* - A Day Away In The Past Children's Vacation Program
Children ages 7-12 can step back into the 19th century when they dress in period costume and try their hands at old-fashioned activities, craft projects and games in this Early American experience. One-day program - 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
June 20 - Opening Day - Free tours & craft demonstrations - 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Storrowton Village Museum kicks off the summer season with guided tours of the recreated Village and Early American craft demonstrations.
June 23- Aug. 28 - Guided Summer Tours, Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Guided tours by costumed interpreters of the 18th & 19th Century village includes the farmhouse, law office, schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, meetinghouse, general store and mansion.
Aug. 3-7 - Early American Summer Days - Session I
Aug. 10-14 - Early American Summer Days - Session II
This week-long program takes children ages 7-12 on an exciting journey into New England's bygone days where they will experience challenging and fun hands-on activites, crafts and games. Some activities include fireplace cooking, blacksmithing, butter and cheese making, basket weaving, herbal lore, hoop and sack races and a variety of 19th Century craft projects. Space is limited and pre-registration is required for this 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. program. (Discount for early registration/multiple children.)
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Sept. 18 - Oct. 4 - The Big E
Tours of Village buildings and craft demonstrations ongoing daily.
Oct. 23- Tales From Haunted New England - 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Folklore, fact and tales from the darker side of New England history.
November 17-20 - Storrowton's Workshops of Early American Crafts - 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Create a gift from the heart by crafting a personally handmade creation with a touch of the past. You will be guided step by step through a 19th Century-style craft project to keep or to give as a special gift to be treasured now and in the future.
Dec. 5-6 Yuletide at Storrowton - 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Our annual free winter holiday festival. Tour Storrowton's 18th & 19th Century buildings, seasonally decorated by area garden clubs and florists and join us for musical performances, storytelling, old-fashioned craft demonstrations, ice sculpting, Sweet Shoppe, kids' crafts, an old-fashioned Santa and much more. Caroling on the Gazebo at 4:00 p.m., both days. Holiday gifts, decorations and many unique items are available in the Gift Shop and Christmas Shop.
Dec. 7-12 - Yuletide Open House Tours - 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Guided tours by costumed interpreters of Storrowton's beautifully decorated homes, shops and antique buildings. Reservations required for groups of 12 or more.
Dec. 9 - Yuletide By Lantern Light - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Experience the magic of an old-fashioned winter evening on a self-guided tour of Storrowton's cozy homes and buildings, decorated for the season and illuminated by lanters and candle light. Old-fashioned craft demonstrations. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly. Reservations required for groups of 12 or more.
*For more information, click on "Programs & Events" or call 413-205-5051.