Little Sprouts in the Garden: Fairy Garden Workshop

Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Calling all young dreamers, gardeners, and fairy friends to create your own magical mini world at our Fairy Garden Workshop. Kids will design their very own enchanted miniature garden—fit for fairies, gnomes, and woodland creatures! During this hands-on workshop, children will:<ul><li>Build a tiny garden in a dish</li><li>Plant flowers and small green plants</li><li>Decorate with magical accessories, miniature furniture, and tiny treasures</li><li>Use imagination to bring their fairy world to life!</li></ul>All supplies included! Each child will take home their unique fairy garden to enjoy and care for. Come dressed in your favorite fairy wings, garden hats, or magical costumes for extra fun! Recommended for children ages 4-10. An adult must attend and register for this program but there is no additional charge. Limit to 2 adults per child. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens

Horticulture 101: Propagation Workshop

Step into the fascinating world of plant propagation with Senior Horticulturist Dan Bouchard. This hands-on workshop offers an engaging introduction to the principles of propagation for home gardeners. Learn essential techniques—including seed collecting and sowing, division, layering, and various types of cuttings—through a seasonal lens, with a focus on what’s most effective at this time of year. The practical skills you gain will be valuable year-round, and you’ll have the opportunity to take home any cuttings or propagated materials you produce in a “mini homemade greenhouse”, along with expert tips for successful aftercare. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cost- Member: $28; Nonmember: $35;

Long Hill

Garden Month by Month Tour: The Summer Garden

In tribute to Mabel Cabot Sedgwick, we proudly present our new specialty series, ‘Garden Month by Month Tour,’ offering a focused exploration of different areas of the gardens throughout the seasons. Join Long Hill horticulturist Kristyn Stogner for an intimate guided tour of the Summer Garden—a contemporary reimagining of classic garden design. This immersive experience explores the garden’s graceful curves, layers of perennials, and the artful interplay of color and texture that make summer bloom in full splendor. Stroll among drifts of cream, pink, burgundy, lavender, and blue blossoms, pause by the serene reflecting pool, and learn how native junipers and a surrounding meadow bring structure and seasonal rhythm to this living landscape. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or simply seeking inspiration, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the thoughtful planting and care behind one of our most radiant seasonal spaces. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cost - Member: $24; Nonmember: $30;

Summer BloomFest

Celebrate the height of summer in full floral splendor at Summer BloomFest! Nestled in the heart of North Andover, Stevens-Coolidge House &amp; Gardens welcomes you to in a weekend of botanical beauty, seasonal charm, and family-friendly fun. Join us Thursday 8/7 - Sunday 8/10. Stroll through our gardens in peak bloom, bursting with vibrant color and fragrance. Enjoy our daily garden tours, self-guided house tours, and interactive activities for all ages. During this festival style event, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of your admission. This includes:<ul><li>Little Sprout Kids Korner (Kids activities and craft station)</li><li>Storytime at 11 am and 2 pm</li><li>Little Sprouts in the Garden Education Cart</li><li>Self-Guided Historic House Tours (Available 10:30 am-4:30 pm)</li><li>Wonder &amp; Bloom Scavenger Hunt</li><li>Yard Games in our Event Lawn</li></ul>In addition to our daily offerings, we will be hosting a number of workshops and specialty tours at the property during the Summer BloomFest event including: <ul><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685d9acbff70bc3c136f22f6?view=list">Full Bloom Garden Tour</a>&nbsp;(Thursday)</li><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685d99109811c5135aba1eef?view=list">Sunset Picnic Concert</a>&nbsp;(Thursday)</li><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685d9d7df567c37606b37894?view=list">Behind the Layers-Historic Mural Restoration Guided Tour</a>&nbsp;(Friday)</li><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685d9f909811c5135aba2229?view=list">Yoga in the Gardens</a>&nbsp;(Saturday)</li><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685d9e90b346af53e63f9585?view=list">Cut Flowers Garden Tour and Bouquet Workshop</a>&nbsp;(Saturday)</li><li>Summer BloomFest:&nbsp;<a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/685da0fdf567c37606b37a90?view=list">Pressed Flower Workshop and Garden Tour</a>&nbsp;(Sunday)</li></ul>If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours, no additional admission ticket is necessary. Parking is located at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road, (off of 133) in North Andover MA.  Pre-registration is required.  Tickets will not be sold on site.  Ticket time represents your arrival window. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Summer BloomFest Cost Member Adult: $12;Member Child: $6; Nonmember Adult: $20;Nonmember Child: $10;

Little Sprouts in the Garden: Butterfly Detectives

Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Calling all junior nature explorers! Become a Butterfly Detective and help us solve the mysteries of the butterfly world at Stevens-Coolidge House &amp; Gardens! In this fun, hands-on outdoor nature program, kids will:<ul><li>Read a butterfly-themed story</li><li>Search for butterflies and caterpillars in their natural habitat</li><li>Discover what butterflies eat and how they grow</li><li>Participate in a butterfly themed activity or craft</li></ul>Kids will use real tools like magnifying glasses, field guides, and observation cards as they explore, observe, and learn about the magical life of butterflies. A perfect mix of science, art, and outdoor adventure! Held at Stevens-Coolidge House &amp; Gardens on Tuesday mornings, join one or all of the sessions and explore the hidden worlds beneath our feet and above our heads. 7/1, 7/7, 7/22, 7/29 Recommended for ages 2-5. Dress for the weather! Recommended for children ages 4-10. An adult must attend and register for this program but there is no additional charge. Limit to 2 adults per child. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail

Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Take a leisurely walk through the Garden to Garden Trail to Celebrate Pollinator Month with a colorful and educational self-guided story trail featuring the picture book&nbsp;Flower Talk: How Plants Use Color to Communicate&nbsp;by Sara Levine. Along the Garden to Garden Trail, families can engage and learn about pollinators while reading this story told by a talking cactus! Along the path, pages of the book are displayed on signs, encouraging participants to:<ul><li>Discover how flowers use color to attract pollinators</li><li>Learn fun facts about bees, birds, butterflies, and beyond</li><li>Explore the surprising science of plant communication</li></ul>This program is perfect for families, school groups, and curious nature-lovers of all ages. This is a free and self-guided program. It is available daily during open hours—enjoy the walk at your own pace!

Wild & Refined French Floral Workshop

Step into the world of French floral elegance at our Wild &amp; Refined: French Floral Workshop, where the charm of the Parisian countryside meets the art of floral arranging. During this workshop, participants will learn how to combine traditional and refined florals with wild and unpredictable accents for a beautiful and unexpected French-inspired floral centerpiece. Each participant will learn how to create a thoughtful garden-inspired floral arrangement while using a Parisian color palette and basic floral design fundamentals. In this workshop you will learn:<ul><li>Step-by-step centerpiece construction techniques</li><li>Choosing the correct floral supplies and vessels</li><li>Understanding colors and fundamental ingredients</li><li>Understanding basic floral design fundamentals</li></ul>No experience needed—just bring your love for flowers and a touch of French flair! Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Summer Solstice Yoga Workshop

Join Mandy Lubas, OTR/L, C-IAYT and Kristent Harte, MSN, NP, RYT to welcome in the 2025 Summer Solstice! As the earth tilts closest to the sun our “inner light is more vibrant”. Please join us for gentle yoga, sound healing, and energy work in the Garden at Long Hill. The meeting point for this program is at the large porch on the main house at the top of the hill. If it is raining, we will gather at the yellow farmhouse as you pull in to the property. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cost Member: $36; Nonmember: $45;

The Bloom Room: Guided Garden Tours

Step into nature’s most vibrant and beautiful gallery with a guided garden tour around Stevens-Coolidge House &amp; Gardens. These expansive manicured gardens boast both plentiful European-inspired flower beds as designed in the 1920s, as well as newly installed gardens featuring current-day trends and varieties. Discover the intricate 300-year-old history of this Trustees property through a guided tour with a knowledgeable Trustees guide. What to Expect:<ul><li>A guided tour through the most colorful corners of the garden</li><li>Insider insights into both the property and garden’s history</li><li>Facts about pollinators and seasonal flowers that are currently in bloom.</li></ul>Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to tour. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. The Bloom Room: Guided Garden Tours are running on 6/15 &amp; 7/27.

Leaf Bird Bath Making Workshop

Join Senior Horticulturist Dan Bouchard for a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft your own elegant garden ornament using beautiful foliage. Bring your favorite leaves from home or choose from a curated selection gathered from the lush Sedgwick gardens. Past participants have used striking leaves like Hosta, Rhubarb, and Elephant Ears to create truly unique pieces. All materials will be provided—just bring your creativity! Appropriate clothing for being outside in the garden and comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cost Member: $24; Nonmember: $30;

The Importance of Being Furnished: Four Bachelors at Home Lecture

Join Wheaton College professor R. Tripp Evans for an exploration of his latest book,&nbsp;The Importance of Being Furnished: Four Bachelors at Home, a portrait of four fascinating men who shaped American style from the Gilded to the Jazz Age yet whose lives have until now remained in shadow. Pioneers in the fields of professional interior decoration and historic preservation, they include Charles L. Pendleton (1846-1904), a reclusive gambler who built one of his era’s collections of eighteenth-century furniture; renowned interior decorator Ogden Codman, Jr. (1863-1951), who inherited his ancestors’ vices along with their “Boston Brahmin” pedigree; writer Charles H. Gibson, Jr. (1874-1954), who transformed his Back Bay home into a personal literary shrine and monument to his own beauty; and Henry Davis Sleeper (1878-1934), who created his Eastern Point masterpiece, Beauport, for the love of the man next door. The stories of these “surprisingly domestic bachelors” (as the press dubbed them) reveal the complicated depths beneath their homes’ brilliant surfaces, as well as their connections to fellow bachelor-preservationists like Joseph Everett Chandler, architect of Stevens-Coolidge House and Gardens. Space is limited; Pre-registration is required for all participants. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Pastries on the Porch

Indulge in a morning of timeless elegance as you sip fragrant tea and savor an assortment of locally crafted, fresh-baked pastries on the porch overlooking the enchanting Sedgwick Gardens. Each party will be presented with a beautifully curated box of delicate pastries and confections and a steaming pot of tea, all set against the backdrop of the lush garden views once cherished by the Sedgwick Family. Bask in the serenity, relish each moment, and let the beauty of the gardens transport you to a more genteel time. Important Information: • Pre-Registration is required. We have limited seating to 6 tables per seating. 4 maximum per table. • Please specify any allergies when making a reservation. • This is not a full Afternoon Tea. If you are interested in Afternoon Tea, <a href="https://tickets.thetrustees.org/calendar/6447f7484ea8d369ff8d57e0?view=list">please check our Afternoon Tea Event.</a> • This is a drop-in event. Parties can come anytime between 10:30 am – 12:30 noon. • Children over the age of 3 require an event ticket. Pastries on the Porch will take place on 6/5, 6/19, 7/17, and 7/31. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cost Member Adult: $15; Member Child: $9; Nonmember Adult: $25; Nonmember Child: $15;

Afternoon Tea in the Garden at Long Hill

We’re delighted to welcome you back for our beloved Afternoon Tea in the Garden at Long Hill! In collaboration with Vintage Tea &amp; Cake Co., we invite you to indulge in a charming assortment of tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and delectable mini desserts—beautifully paired with your choice of tea. Join us on the terrace of the historic Sedgwick Gardens for this special afternoon experience, and don’t forget to take a stroll and soak in the seasonal splendor of the gardens. Please note, a member of our team will be in touch with all participants to confirm seating arrangements and any dietary restrictions. Check in is under the tent at the top of the hill. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to scheduled date. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Join us June 1st and June 29th! Member: $36; Nonmember: $45;

Passport to the Past: Stevens-Coolidge Guided House Tour

Discover the stories behind the walls of one of North Andover’s historic gems. Join us for a guided tour of Stevens-Coolidge House &amp; Gardens, a Colonial Revival treasure that reflects early 20th-century elegance and global influence. Once the summer home of Helen Stevens Coolidge and John Gardner Coolidge—a diplomat and descendant of Thomas Jefferson and nephew of Isabella Stewart Gardner—the historic house offers a unique glimpse into the lifestyle, travels, and tastes of a well-connected New England family. Participants will begin with a short walk from our Garden Gateway Center and explore the first floor of the house. Every item in the home is a historic collection piece original to the couple and beautifully conserved. The tour will last approximately 50-60 minutes. The first floor of the home is wheelchair accessible but we kindly ask no strollers, food or drink in the home. Pre-Registration is required. Space is limited. Admission includes access to the stunning formal gardens and grounds, perfect for exploring before or after your tour. Passport to the Past Tours will be running Saturdays and Sundays 5/31 through 7/27. Please note the house will not be open for tours on 7/5 and 7/6. Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to tour. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Long Hill House & Garden Tours

Visit Long Hill’s breathtaking gardens and stately historic house for a guided tour. Enjoy the rich history of this grand country estate, home of the Sedgwick family, as you learn about the elegant lifestyle of wealthy Bostonians on the North Shore, and the artisans who created it. The tour takes you through the Federal-style house and the spectacular gardens, with terraces, statues, fountains, and pagodas, each section filled with unique perennial flowers from around the world. Highlights of the tour include a room filled with stunning 19th century Chinese wallpaper, the evolution of the stunning Sedgwick gardens, and the hidden connection between the house and an old Southern antebellum mansion. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended. Meeting point for the tour is in front of the Main House by the copper beech tree. Space is limited. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to the date of the event. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Tours will run on the following dates - Join us! June: 6/7 &amp; 6/8 - 6/14 &amp; 6/15 - 6/21 &amp; 6/22 - 6/28 &amp; 6/29 July: 7/5 &amp; 7/6 - 7/12 &amp; 7/13 - 7/19 &amp; 7/20 - 7/27 August: 8/2 &amp; 8/3- 8/9 &amp; 8/10 - 8/16 &amp; 8/17 - 8/23 &amp; 8/24 - 8/30 &amp; 8/31 September: 9/6 &amp; 9/7 - 9/13 &amp; 9/14 - 9/20 &amp; 9/21

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