July 2018
A Morning with the Alcotts
Step back into the pages of history to find out what it was like to live in the time of the Alcotts! Expert, authentically costumed staff and volunteers portray Alcott family members to introduce youngsters aged 7 and up to life in the 19th Century generally and within the Alcott home particularly. An interactive tour, old-fashioned games, songs, stories, and refreshments are all part of this highly popular and unforgettable experience! Cost: $20 per person (Members - $18). Space limited…
Find out more »The Apple Slump Players Workshop begins!
Youngsters aged 8 - 12 are invited to participate in this unique experience at Orchard House. After brief daily theatrical warm-ups, participants will play theater games, experiment with mime and improvisation, and act out scenes from Louisa May Alcott’s stories. Then, just as Louisa and her sisters did, a skit will be rehearsed during the week and performed at week’s end. Dress comfortably; imagination and a sense of fun are required! Monday-Friday, July30-August 3, 9am-2pm Cost: $250 (Members - $225).…
Find out more »August 2018
Orchard House Creative Writing Workshop begins
Youngsters aged 8 - 12 will experiment with various writing forms, many inspired by the Alcotts themselves. Included will be “sensory writing,” poetry, journal writing, fiction, and much more. A fun, creative, and highly unique way to spend a week of the summer! Cost: $250 (Members - $225). Space limited to 15 participants. Registration & pre-payment required; please phone 978.369.4118 x106 or register online August 6-10, 9am-2pm
Find out more »A Morning with the Alcotts
Step back into the pages of history to find out what it was like to live in the time of the Alcotts! Expert, authentically costumed staff and volunteers portray Alcott family members to introduce youngsters aged 7 and up to life in the 19th Century generally and within the Alcott home particularly. An interactive tour, old-fashioned games, songs, stories, and refreshments are all part of this highly popular and unforgettable experience! Cost: $20 per person (Members - $18). Space limited…
Find out more »A Morning with the Alcotts
Step back into the pages of history to find out what it was like to live in the time of the Alcotts! Expert, authentically costumed staff and volunteers portray Alcott family members to introduce youngsters aged 7 and up to life in the 19th Century generally and within the Alcott home particularly. An interactive tour, old-fashioned games, songs, stories, and refreshments are all part of this highly popular and unforgettable experience! Cost: $20 per person (Members - $18). Space limited…
Find out more »Orchard House Living History Tour
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past as you have an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs in the Parlor; participate in a treasure hunt -- all while learning about this extraordinary New England family and the impact of Little Women (1868).…
Find out more »February 2020
“Welcome to our Home”: Living History Tour at The Orchard House
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past during an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs in the Parlor; participate in a treasure hunt -- all while learning about this extraordinary New England family and the impact Little Women had on…
Find out more »“Welcome to our Home”: Living History Tour at The Orchard House
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past during an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs in the Parlor; participate in a treasure hunt -- all while learning about this extraordinary New England family and the impact Little Women had on…
Find out more »“Welcome to our Home”: Living History Tour at The Orchard House
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past during an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs in the Parlor; participate in a treasure hunt -- all while learning about this extraordinary New England family and the impact Little Women had on…
Find out more »“Welcome to our Home”: Living History Tour at The Orchard House
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past during an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs in the Parlor; participate in a treasure hunt -- all while learning about this extraordinary New England family and the impact Little Women had on…
Find out more »Orchard House “Welcome to Our Home” Living History Tours
An hour-long interactive tour with an expert Living History guide allows for intimate access to fascinating anecdotes about the Alcotts' lives and times, with 19th Century games, songs, and a treasure hunt rounding out this memorable experience suitable for all ages
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