New Exhibits: Tin Toy Story and Tin Things
Join us in the wonderful world of toys for our new "Tin Toy Story" exhibit, opening October 19. “Tin Toy Story” features an eye-popping collection of over 100 toys from toymaker and collector Jack Schylling. Jack founded Schylling Toys and Gifts in Rowley, MA over forty years ago. As the creative force behind many of […]
New Exhibit: All Aboard for Train Time
Even more model trains are chugging into Wenham Museum for the new exhibit, "All Aboard for Train Time," opening October 19. Explore four captivating layouts in our main gallery, including holiday favorite the Polar Express, perfectly timed to celebrate twenty years on the big screen. Fans will recognize scenes from the movie as the Polar […]
Tour: The Patton Family in New England
The Patton Family in New England Tour chronicles the life and legacy of one of America’s premier military families who resided here on Boston’s North Shore. On the tour, you will see four rooms within the Patton Homestead that are filled with military memorabilia, family heirlooms, photography, books, and papers that comprise a collection known […]
LEGO Train On Display
EVERYTHING IS AWESOME! TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR Calling all LEGO fans: the LEGO Train is coming back to the Wenham Museum for a spooktacular visit! Watch a rainbow colored, L-gauge model train speeding along a brick track as it races by soaring skyscrapers, country cottages, mountainside ski slopes and much more - maybe even […]
Wenham Wednesdays
Early release drop-off program for Hamilton-Wenham elementary students Wednesday, October 23: Seasonal Craft - Pumpkin Decorating Enjoy an afternoon at the museum with friends Bring a snack Create a seasonal craft Explore the museum galleries until it is time to go home Every Wednesday during the school year, Wenham Wednesdays will feature activities such as […]
Trunk or Treat at Patton Park
Visit Wenham Museum staff at the annual Pumpkin Festival trunk or treat at Patton Park. This year we will have a spellbinding Hogwarts theme as a nod to our upcoming Harry Potter Party. Attendees can expect magical treats, a photo backdrop and complimentary passes to visit the museum. Visit https://hamiltonwenhamma.myrec.com/info/default.aspx for updates on this event.
Drop-in Halloween Crafts
Celebrate spooky season with special drop-in Halloween crafts! Included with admission, while supplies last.
Wenham Wednesdays
Early release drop-off program for Hamilton-Wenham elementary students Wednesday, October 30: Drawing League (One time only!) Enjoy an afternoon at the museum with friends. Bring a snack Develop your drawing skills through directed drawing guidance, how-to-draw handouts, or customized instructions Explore the museum galleries until it is time to go home Every Wednesday during the […]
Harry Potter Party
Put on your wizard cap and get ready for a magical event with potions, spells, and more! The wizarding fun of Hogwarts returns to Wenham Museum this fall. This celebration of magic and wonder includes an alchemy magic show with a genuine wizard, a potions lab, crafting, photo ops, a limited time display of LEGO™ […]
Closed for Election Day
On Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, the Wenham Museum will be closed to the public per the request of the Town of Wenham. Significant turnout is expected for this election and both museum patrons and those voting in Town Hall use a shared public parking lot. To improve parking for voters and to promote pedestrian […]
Wenham Wednesdays
NEW: Early release drop-off program for Hamilton-Wenham elementary students Wednesday, November 6, 2024: LEGO Club Enjoy an afternoon at the museum with friends Bring a snack Free build with LEGO or take on a building challenge prompt Explore the museum galleries until it is time to go home Every Wednesday during the school year, Wenham […]
M is for Museum & P is for Playdate
Join us the 2nd Friday of the month for our M is for Museum/P is for Playdate program! Each month, we read a story, then do a related craft or activity. These programs have been designed to address MA curriculum standards for Pre-K in Reading and Literature, Science, Personal and Social Development and Peer Relationships. […]