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.