Historic Grounds Tour

Saturday, Mar 26, 2022 | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm EDT | Tours

Learn about the history of Christopher and Rebecca Gore's country home and farm on this outdoor tour!

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Historic Grounds Tour
Saturday March 26, 2022 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
 

Tour the grounds of Gore Place and learn about its history as the country home and farm of Christopher and Rebecca Gore. We will investigate the past and present of the landscape at Gore Place by looking at the exterior of our three historic buildings as well as archival and archeological images.

This tour will take place entirely outdoors for an hour. We will be walking over a combination of gravel paths and potentially wet, gently rolling lawn. Please wear footwear you will be comfortable in and dress for the weather. This tour is rain or shine but will be canceled for extreme inclement weather. This tour is designed for adults however we welcome youth 6 and up to join us.

Advance tickets are required. Ample free parking.
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If you or someone in your group needs an accommodation to more fully participate in this event, please contact us before registering.

Cost: $16 adults, $11 youth, free for members

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"From shucking corn to feeding chickens to painting with "coffee mud," our daughter loved everything about her experience."

- SV

Did You Know?

Our Leicester Longwool sheep are rare, heritage sheep first bred in England in the 18th century.

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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. 

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Gore Place
52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA 02453
USA