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Today's Museum Programs

Thursday, Apr 09, 2026

Farm to Form
Needle and Nosh: Contemporary Art Felting Workshop

Grounds Open: Dawn to Dusk

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New Research at Gore Place
Tour the 1806 Gore Mansion

Who were the Gores?

Rebecca and Christopher Gore were prominent members of Boston society in the early 1800s with keen interests in architecture, horticulture, and technology.

Did You Know

Our grounds are open for free from dawn to dusk, every day of the year except during our Sheepshearing Festival.

"At Gore Place, I see how history interacts with the community. A time long past stimulates new generations…"

- TM

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Be minutes from the city but worlds away. Convenient, beautiful grounds and venues for everything from weddings to corporate events.

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You have questions, we have answers! Here are some of the most common questions we receive about Gore Place.

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Help us continue our mission!

The mission of Gore Place is to continue Christopher and Rebecca Gore's spirit of innovation and appreciation of natural beauty and culture through public programming and events at the Gores' 1806 country estate that encompasses a museum, green space, and a working farm. 

Latest News view all news

Reticules at Gore Place

February 23, 2026

Learn about reticules following our winter 2026 traditional skills workshop

Welcome Connor McElhinney

January 30, 2026

Gore Place welcomes Connor McElhinney as Collections Specialist

Free Tour Day December 19 2025

December 16, 2025

Gore Place gives back to the community with free tours on December 19 2025

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Gore Place
52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA 02453
USA