Current & Upcoming Events
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with one of our favorite annual traditions!
Declaration of Independence reading at 12:30 by John Hancock himself!
From Sole to Stitch:
Celebrate two new exhibits with short talks and Q&As
Shoemaking & Cobbling
Wednesday, July 8th at 6pm
Laundry & Mending
Doors at 5:30
Light refreshments will be served.
Free to members; $10 for non-members
Blooming Beauty: Flowers and Fashion in South County and Beyond
Wednesday, July 29th at 6 pm, with Museum Director and Curator Rebecca Kelly.
This illustrated lecture will investigate floral textiles and fashion worn in New England from the 18th century to today. Additionally, we will explore the allure of the garden party and discuss notable fetes of the past. We'll also translate the "code of flowers" and the meanings of natural color so you'll be in the know next time you give or receive a bouquet.
Doors at 5:30
Light refreshments will be served.
Free to members; $10 for non-members
August Family Evenings at the Museum!
Wednesday, August 12th : 4:30 - 7
Pack a picnic and spend an evening with indigo dyeing, painting, and lawn games!
Or
Pot Holder Weaving from 5:30-7:30
Join textile artist and weaving instructor Jaimee Veronneau Roberts for a special Tall + Small Potholder Class. Working together on one loom, an adult and child will create an oversized woven potholder while learning the basics of weaving, color, and pattern. No experience is necessary. Space is limited to 8 adult-and-child teams.
*Registration required (Registration Opening Soon!)
Wednesday, August 26th : 5:30 - 7
Back to School Bingo!
Join a game and win school supplies!
Free to members; $10 for non-members.