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  • Friday, September 18, 5:00 pm – World’s End Sunset Gala

    Join The Trustees for the World’s End Sunset Gala on Friday, September 18, 2026, and experience one of the South Shore’s most spectacular nights.

    Enjoy an elegant dinner atop Planter’s Hill, breathtaking views of Boston Harbor, dancing under the evening sky, and a silent auction, all while supporting the care and stewardship of World’s End and The Trustees’ Southeast properties.

    Every ticket helps protect the landscapes, trails, shorelines, and community spaces that connect people to nature and make this region so special. Tickets ($350) are available at https://thetrustees.org/program/we-dinner/

  • Saturday, September 12, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Urban Agricultural Fair

    Boston Community Gardens and The Trustees invite you to this year’s Urban Agricultural Fair on Saturday, September 12 from 11 – 3. The venue is Roxbury Heritage Park, 183 Roxbury Street in Boston, and its free. Enjoy a harvest competition with case prizes, cooking demonstrations, garden workshops, music, food, and fresh produce from local farms. No sign up needed – just come!

  • Saturday, July 25, 3:30 pm – Naumkeag Garden Party

    Experience the beauty of Naumkeag at their annual Garden Party.

    Stroll through lush gardens and explore the historic, rare Gilded Age “cottage” while enjoying seasonal cocktails, gourmet bites, and live music. Proceeds from this special event raise crucial support for our continued stewardship and programming of Naumkeag and all Berkshire region properties. This year, there is no valet parking. All parking will still be on site. Friends of Naumkeag and Fletcher Steele level tickets will be parked on our lower-level parking with a quick shuttle to the entrance of the party. All ticket holders purchasing at the Mabel Choate level and above will have preferred parking at the upper-level terrace by our greenhouses.

    Friends of Naumkeag (under age 40): $100
    Fletcher Steele (1 ticket): $185

    New this year, on-site childcare will be provided for children ages 3–12. If interested, please reserve your child’s spot when purchasing your tickets. Spaces are limited. Tickets may be purchased at https://thetrustees.org/program/naumkeag-garden-party/

  • Thursday, July 16, 4:30 pm – In Full Bloom: A Conversation on Women in Horticulture

    Join The Trustees at Long Hill in Beverly on July 16 for an inspiring evening celebrating the women shaping the world of horticulture. This special event aims to bring together women at all levels of the horticulture field to share successes, discuss challenges, exchange practical tips, and explore the many paths that lead to a career working with plants and landscapes.

    The evening begins with tours of the gardens, offering a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of the landscape while learning from horticulture professionals. Tours will be led by Long Hill Horticulturist, Kristyn Stogner, and Plant Records Manager, Robin Karoway-Waterhouse. Following the tours, guests are invited to gather under the tent for a reception and panel discussion featuring women from a variety of horticultural backgrounds. Through candid conversation and audience engagement, panelists will reflect on their experiences, lessons learned, and the evolving opportunities within the green industry. Trustees members $15, nonmembers $25. For more information visit https://thetrustees.org/event/448109/

  • Saturday, June 27, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm – Identifying Medicine in Our Gardens: Plant Walk & Herbal-Infused Vinegars

    On June 27, herbalist Taina Vargas leads a plant walk and demonstration on how to make herbal-infused vinegars.

    Join herbalist Taina Vargas for a guided walk through the Lenox & Kendall Community garden followed by a demonstration on how to make herbal-infused vinegars.

    This guided plant walk invites us to slow down and tap into our senses as we engage with the plants growing around us. Learn to safely identify and work with wild medicinal and edible plants to build resilience and deepen our relationship to the land.

    Taina of @sankofa.anacaona.botanicals, a woman-of-color-owned small business based in Roxbury, specializing in plant-based wellness products handcrafted in small batches with locally-sourced botanical ingredients.

    This event is held sliding scale pay what you can $0-20. Please pre-register for weather related updates. If this event is canceled due to bad weather, the rain date will be Sunday June 28th.

    The Lenox & Kendall Community Garden is located on 900 Tremont St, a short walk from the Ruggles or Mass Ave Orange Line stations and local bus lines. Street parking is also available. Sponsored by The Trustees and Boston Community Gardens.

  • Saturday, June 27, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Spill the Tea: Ghosts of the Gilded Age

    Join the Trustees for Spill the Tea, a new outdoor lecture series at Naumkeag offering an engaging blend of history, storytelling, and afternoon tea set within the estate’s iconic gardens.

    The program begins at 4:00 PM with an informal tea service on the Arborvitae Allee, featuring a selection of Harney & Sons teas and light snacks (vegan and gluten free options will be available). At 4:30 PM, grab a seat on the top lawn for that month’s lecture. Each session will highlight a different topic—so there’s always something new to discover. The lecture will last approximately one hour, and following the talk, guests are invited to visit our pop-up bar to enjoy a cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage at an additional fee. The property will remain open until 6:30PM. Trustees members $24, nonmembers $30. Register at https://thetrustees.org/event/448055/

  • Friday, June 19, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Comfort on the Farm: A Juneteenth Farm Dinner

    Join The Trustees at Powisset Farm in Dover on June 19 as it partners with James Beard Award-nominated Comfort Kitchen for a special Juneteenth farm dinner, from 4 – 7 pm.

    For this meaningful evening, Comfort Kitchen’s acclaimed team will gather to honor the stories, traditions, and resilience of Black foodways. Rooted in cultural expression and community, this dinner celebrates the power of food to connect people across histories and geographies.

    The event will take place outside under a tent, welcoming more guests to share in a vibrant, communal farm-to-table experience. The evening’s menu will highlight Powisset-grown and locally sourced ingredients, shaped by the early summer season. The evening’s menu will be released as it becomes available.

    Guests will be seated at communal tables for a warm, shared dining experience that reflects both the spirit of Juneteenth, beloved connections to farming, and Comfort Kitchen’s deep commitment to storytelling through food. Trustees members $160, nonmembers $200. For information on the chefs and to register, visit https://thetrustees.org/event/447471/

  • Saturday, June 13, 10:30 am – 12:00 noon – Food Forest Banquet

    Enjoy the unique flavors of fruits and vegetables collected from the food forest at the Charter School at the FARM Institute, 14 Aero Avenue in Edgartown. Let Cathy Walthers, local five-time cookbook author, and Roxanne Kapitan, garden creator, wow your taste buds with delicious nutrient-packed greens, grains, herbal mocktails, and more.

    This program is free thanks to a grant from the Cedar Tree Foundation and the MV Agricultural Society.

    Pre-registration is required for all Farm Institute cooking classes. Please contact thefarminstitute@thetrustees.org with any allergy or food restriction questions at or if you’d like to join as a member and receive discounted programming.

    Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry seafood or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness. If you would like to attend but are unable to pay, please reach out LBrown@thetrustees.org for more information.

    Register at https://thetrustees.org/event/447743/

  • Saturday, May 16, 10:00 am – 11:00 am – Kickoff for Boston Community Gardens Open Hours

    Boston Community Gardens will offer a garden tour and a master gardener question and answer once a month in a different community garden, sponsored by The Trustees of Reservations. The first will happen May 15 at the Forbes Street Community Garden in Jamaica Plain, followed on June 5 from 5:30 – 6:30 at the Chilcott Granada Community Garden in Roxbury, July 30 from 5:30 – 6:30 at the Lydon Way Community Garden in Dorchester, August 8 at 10 am at the Eagle Hill Community Garden in East Boston, September 26 at 10 am in the West Springfield Community Garden in the South End, and an October event, date to be announced, in the Woolson Community Garden in Mattapan. Free and open to all. For more information, visit https://thetrustess.org/seedsow

  • Saturday, June 20, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – South End Garden Tour Call for Volunteers

    The Trustees of Reservations will sponsor the 2026 South End Garden Tour on Saturday, June 20, from 10 – 4. The Tour will start at the Berkeley Community Garden, 500 Tremont Street in the South End. Tickets are $28 for Trustees Members and $35 for nonmembers. However, volunteers will receive a free ticket. The committee is looking for people to help with setup, tour assistants, cleanup, photographers, and musicians. Sign up to volunteer at https://volunteer.thetrustees.org/ or email mfrancke@thetrustees.org.