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October 2019

Brooks Estate Fall Open House

Sunday, October 20, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Brooks Estate, 275 Grove St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Free

Have you always been curious about what's inside at the City of Medford's historic Shepherd Brooks Manor? Come to one of the tours being offered by the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) as part of a Fall Open House (the last tour will begin at 3:30 p.m.). M-BELT board members also will be on hand to provide updates on projects funded this year by the Community Preservation Act. Important parking rules: It’s best to walk in at the green gate…

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Royall House Tours Closing Day

Sunday, October 27, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Royall House & Slave Quarters, 15 George St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$5 – $10

The Royall House & Slave Quarters concludes its 2019 guided tour season today. Tours are offered on the hour at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. (Tours also are offered on Saturday, October 26, at the same times.) Admission for guided tours of the mansion is $10 for adults; $8 for seniors; $5 for students; $2 for EBT or WIC cardholders; and free for children age 12 and under. Admission to the Slave Quarters, which also houses the archaeological exhibit, gift…

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August 2020

Brooks Estate Guided Walk

Saturday, August 1, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Brooks Estate, 275 Grove St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) and the Medford Recreation Department invite you to an outdoor guided walk and tour of the grounds at the Shepherd Brooks Estate. Join the tour for some socially-distanced exercise and history of this wonderful Medford landmark. Those who choose to stay for an indoor tour of the Shepherd Brooks Manor post-walk can do so. Tours will be in groups of four and masks are required while indoors. Please pre-register at medfordrecreation.org. M-BELT is a…

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October 2020

Brooks Estate Guided Walk

Sunday, October 11, 2020 @ 11:00 am
Brooks Estate, 275 Grove St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Free

The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) invites you to an outdoor guided walk and tour of the grounds at the Shepherd Brooks Estate. Join the tour for some socially-distanced exercise and history of this wonderful Medford landmark. Pre-registration is required and the walk will be limited to 12 people. Small group tours of the Shepherd Brooks Manor will follow the completion of the walk (approximately 45 minutes). To register for the walk, send an email to inquiries@brooksestate.org. M-BELT is a…

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July 2021

Royall House & Slave Quarters Members-Only Tours

Saturday, July 10, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Royall House & Slave Quarters, 15 George St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Today, the Royall House & Slave Quarters is reopening for guided museum tours for the first time since it closed its doors in March 2020. To show gratitude for members' unwavering support, the RHSQ has designated July "Members Only" Month. If you're not currently a museum member, you can join online at royallhouse.org/join, or you can sign up to become a member on-site before a timed tour. Guided tours will start on the hour at 1, 2 and 3 p.m.…

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August 2021

Royall House & Slave Quarters Tours

Saturday, August 7, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Royall House & Slave Quarters, 15 George St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Today, the Royall House & Slave Quarters is reopening to the public for guided museum tours for the first time since it closed its doors in March 2020. Guided tours will start on the hour at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday. Capacity will be limited to 12 people per tour and attendance is on a first come, first served basis. Masks are required to be worn while inside the museum, regardless of vaccination status. Admission is free…

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October 2021

David Osgood House Open House

Saturday, October 2, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
David Osgood House, 141 High St
Medford, MA 02155 United States
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Free

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford invites the community to an open house to celebrate the restoration of the exterior of the David Osgood House, the church parsonage on High Street. Built in 1785, the Osgood House is one of the last remaining 18th-century houses standing in Medford. Restoration of the Georgian-style building was made possible by a Community Preservation Act  grant from the City of Medford. The open house is the church’s way to thank the city and invite…

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Royall House Tours Closing Day

Sunday, October 24, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Royall House & Slave Quarters, 15 George St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$2 – $10

The Royall House & Slave Quarters concludes its 2021 guided tour season today. Tours are offered on the hour at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. Capacity is limited to 12 people per tour and attendance is on a first come, first served basis. Mask policy: The city of Medford requires that face-coverings be worn by all individuals ages 5 and older while at indoor public facilities within our community. All visitors, including those who are vaccinated, are asked to please…

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November 2021

Brooks Estate Guided Walk

Saturday, November 20, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Brooks Estate, 275 Grove St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Free

The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) invites you to a guided walk at the Shepherd Brooks Estate property. The walk will focus on the history and landscape of the site, as well as provide an opportunity for input on the preliminary design for the new access drive that is an important part of the master plan for the property. Meet at the green gate/blue sign for the Brooks Estate at 275 Grove Street. The walk will take about one hour…

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April 2022

Brooks Estate Guided Walk and Manor Open House

Saturday, April 9, 2022 @ 11:15 am - 2:00 pm
Brooks Estate, 275 Grove St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Free

The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) invites you to a guided walk at the Shepherd Brooks Estate property. Thewalk will take about 30 to 45 minutes and be followed by a Manor Open House with quick tours of the Shepherd Brooks Manor and some refreshments. (The Manor Open House will continue until 2 p.m. — last tour 1:40 p.m. — if you'd rather just come to that event. Meet at the green gate/blue sign for the Brooks Estate at 275 Grove Street.…

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