Don’t Close Your Eyes: Ukrainian Artists Respond to the War

New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United States

Art Exhibit New Art Corridor 245 Walnut St. Newton, MA November 3-26 Opening Reception: November 5, 5-8 PM The current exhibit includes over 60 works on paper by Ukrainian artists from various regions in Ukraine. The works will be for sale, with 50% of the proceeds going to the artist and the other 50% to…

Free

The Tree Nursery on Nonantum Hill: A Durant-Kenrick Walking Tour

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MA

Did you know Newton Corner was the site of one of New England’s first commercial nurseries? Put yourself back in time to when the Kenrick family cultivated fruit trees, ornamental trees, and shrubberies. Travel the original acreage of the nursery, see an 1882 Kenrick house, and visit the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds. As nature allows,…

$10 – $15

Walking Tour: Founding Newtonians in East Parish Burying Ground

How does a burying ground tell our local story? Ramble through East Parish Burying Ground as we visit the grave sites of some of Newton’s early English settlers and the location of the 1630s meetinghouse. We’ll also reveal the hidden stories of the Indigenous Massachusett people and enslaved and free Black Newtonians who were not…

$10 – $15

Museum Makerdays

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MA

The school day is over early, and the museum is open! On Newton Public School’s special early release days, stop by Durant-Kenrick House & Grounds to try out a handicraft and make something new to take home with you. This month’s theme is beadwork! Explore the history of the craft and make your own beaded…

$5

Historic Newton presents Hayfest

Jackson Homestead and Museum 527 Washington St, Newton, MA, United States

Join us for a free, family-friendly day of fall fun! At Historic Newton's Hayfest, travel back in time to 19th century Newton as you dip candles, press apples, churn butter, play games, and more. Learn more at www.newtonma.gov/hayfest Interested in volunteering to help make Hayfest great? Sign up here: https://form-usa.keela.co/VolunteerHayfest2024

Free

Uncovering Your Home’s History

Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MA

Are you curious about the history of your home but don’t know where to start? In this workshop, learn from the lead researcher of our House Marker Program. We’ll guide you through using available resources and creating a matrix of information about a property, and you’ll leave with a toolkit for continuing your own research…

$50