Spring into Summer is on June 12, 2026. Join us for this gala to benefit Gore Place. Many thanks to Fiduciary Trust, the presenting sponsor. Thank you also to Stanton Insurance Agency, Grogan & Co, and Fireside Catering, along with other silver and bronze level sponsors.
RSVP by May 29 for this festive evening. Enjoy live music and cocktails in the Mansion, then join us in the event tent for a catered dinner. Single tickets $300, pair $500.
https://goreplace.org/support/spring-gala
This year, Farmer Scott’s Heirloom Tomato Plant Sale at Gore Place will be held in person. Fill your garden with vegetable transplants, grown on the Farm at Gore Place. Choose from a wide variety of hard-to-find heirloom and hybrid tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, herbs, and marigolds. These are all beautiful transplants, ready for your garden.
The event will be held out-of-doors on Mother’s Day Weekend. Masks are encouraged, but not required. For more information, visit https://goreplace.org/visit/shop/plant-sale
Step back in time and discover how fashionable ladies of the early 1800s prepared for an evening of elegance. Costume historian and dressmaker Carrie Midura will present an engaging, interactive look at the many layers of Regency ball attire—from corsets and garters to reticules and turbans. See how each garment played a role in achieving the graceful silhouettes of the era and learn fascinating details about style, status, and social customs.
Whether you’re planning to attend the upcoming Regency Ball at Gore Place or simply love historical fashion, this January 18 presentation at Gore Place will provide inspiration and insight into the world of early nineteenth-century elegance.
Cost: General Admission: $35, Member: $30, Card to Culture: $10. Register at https://goreplace.org/whats-on/regency-fashion-talk
Handmade for the Holidays is back at Gore Place, 52 Gore Street in Waltham. Join your fellow shoppers in our Tent and Carriage House for a crafts fair of local, handmade goods.
The market is free and open to the public. You can get your holiday shopping done early and feel good about supporting local artisans. And while you’re here, you can stroll the grounds of our beautiful 19th-century estate and visit the heritage breed sheep.
For a complete vendor list visit https://goreplace.org/whats-on/handmade-for-the-holidays
Fill your garden with vegetable transplants, locally grown on the Farm at Gore Place. Choose from many varieties of hard-to-find heirloom and hybrid tomatoes, as well as peppers, eggplants, and herbs. Back this year: customer-favorite marigolds! This year’s sale takes place in-person, on-site at our Farm; there will be no online sales this year. The dates and times are May 16, 9 – 3, May 17, 9 – 5, and May 18, 9 – 12.
It’s not just the great plants that make this sale special: Farmer Scott has been growing vegetables for almost 50 years. He has deep knowledge of these varieties and is onsite and ready to share! According to Scott, “We get lots of return customers. They count on us to provide the rare varieties that commercial nurseries don’t carry.” To see the plant list, visit https://goreplace.org/whats-on/plant-sale
The sale will take place on the Farm and there will be plenty of free parking (enter at 249 Waltham Street)
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW! Learn the dances featured at the Gore Place Winter Regency Ball by attending one (or both!) of our dance workshops. See our website for more information: goreplace.org/whats-on/winter-regency-ball
Regency Dance: Workshop I
January 11, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Regency Dance: Workshop II
January 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Winter Regency Ball
February 8, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us at Gore Place in Watertown on the evening of Thursday, October 17, 6:30 – 8:30, to create a seasonal centerpiece. Using pumpkins, succulents, moss, and ribbons, we will guide participants through the process of creating a beautiful display piece that can transition from the fall to the winter season.
After you finish your centerpiece, you’ll have the chance to make two other cute pumpkin decorations, one using mason jar lids and the other plaid fabric. All supplies will be provided. Participants will take home at least one large centerpiece and may also have to chance to make mini versions as well!
Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your spot! *This workshop is intended for ages 13 and up. Cost: $40 General Admission, $35 Member. Register at https://goreplace.org/whats-on/traditional-skills-october-workshop
Join friends and family on October 6 starting at 4:30 for a farm-to-table meal featuring lamb and vegetables grown at Gore Place, and supplemented with other locally grown fruits, vegetables, and cheeses. During this event, we will highlight the Farm’s work and celebrate the end of the summer season with music, food, special cocktails, and local beer.
This event will take place on the North Lawn at Gore Place. If it rains, we will move to our spacious and modern Event Tent.
Have questions about this event? Contact us.
Get your tickets now at the link below:
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Since 1987, this annual event has entertained guests with music, 100+ craft and fiber artists, demonstrations of traditional shearing and herding dogs, and historic re-enactors on the beautiful grounds of this historic, 50-acre estate in Waltham. According to Executive Director and festival organizer Susan Robertson, “We’re proud that the Sheepshearing Festival has become a New England spring tradition for so many. People often tell us that spring doesn’t begin until the Sheepshearing Festival!” For details, visit https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival
Calling all volunteers! Whether you are a longtime friend of Gore Place or a brand new volunteer, we welcome all to be a part of this special springtime tradition. There are a variety of tasks and positions throughout the day that we need help with – contact us using this form to request more information. Volunteers will receive free admission to the event.
Gore Place’s 7th annual handmade crafts and fiber arts show returns September 30, 2023, from 10 – 4. Meet local handmade crafters and fiber artists in a relaxing, outdoor atmosphere. Take in the fall season at this gorgeous 19th-century estate and cross everyone off your holiday gift list. Ample free parking and free admission for shoppers. More information may be found at https://goreplace.org/whats-on/handmade-for-the-holidays
