Daily Archives: November 21, 2009


Saturday, December 5, 9:00 – 11:30 am – Greens Market in the Coachman’s House

Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase unique tabletop decorations, wreaths and greens from the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum Holiday Greens Market in the Coachman’s House, at the Museum in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Custom orders may be placed in advance.  The sale will take place Saturday, December 5, from 9:00 am – 11:30 am.  For directions and more information, log on to www.rjdmuseum.org.

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Friday, December 4, 6:00 – 8:00 pm – Gala Preview Party & Wreath Silent Auction

Come to the opening of the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum Holiday Exhibit and Wreath Silent Auction on Friday, December 4, from 6 – 8 pm. Enjoy fabulous hors d’oeuvre and yuletide spirits in the festively decorated rooms of the Museum. Take home a beautiful wreath, custom designed by volunteers. $40 members, $45 non-members.  For tickets, directions and more information, log on to www.rjdmuseum.org.


Tuesday December 1 – Wednesday, December 2, 9:00 am – Greens Market Workshops

Learn how to design extraordinary decorative wreaths and holiday accents, and at the same time, support the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum’s holiday fund raising efforts, by crafting items for its Wreath Auction and Greens Market. Workshops will be held in the Coachman’s House. All materials supplied. No fee. Come either Tuesday, December 1 beginning at 9 am, or Wednesday, December 2 at 9 am, or both days if you are willing!

Located in historic New Bedford, Massachusetts on a full city block of gardens, this national landmark was built for whaling merchant William Rotch, Jr. in 1834. Designed by Richard Upjohn, the House is one of the finest surviving examples of residential Greek Revival architecture.

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum is so named for the three prominent families who resided at 396 County Street. The house and gardens chronicle 150 years (1834-1981) of economic and social life in the city, as reflected in the lives and stories of those who lived and worked at the property.

Furnished period rooms display the decorative arts, furniture and belongings of the families and time frame. The Museum offers permanent and changing exhibits, lecture series, community and educational programs.

A partner in the New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park, the Museum joins the city’s cultural and educational institutions in embracing, celebrating and learning from the rich legacy of this maritime community.