Yoga & Storytime
Stretch, wiggle, and imagine together! In this playful program for children under 5 and their caregivers, stories come alive through gentle yoga poses and silly movement. Together with Ms. Christine you’ll giggle, wiggle, and imagine your way through adventures big and small. No mats or experience needed—just bring your sense of wonder! Free with general […]
First Wednesdays
We're open late! Visit Wenham Museum on the first Wednesday of the month and enjoy extended evening hours and free admission from 4 to 6 PM! Bring the whole family and explore our beloved model train gallery, vintage toy collections, and hands-on history exhibits after school or work. 🎃 Special Fall Fun: Enjoy a family-friendly […]
Candlelight Tour
Candlelight Tour of the Claflin-Gerrish-Richards House Step back in time as you explore one of the nation’s earliest homes by the flickering glow of candlelight. On this 30-minute guided tour of the 17th-century Claflin-Gerrish-Richards House, you’ll hear stories of yesterday—some curious, some mysterious—as you explore the rooms where generations once lived. For these special evenings, […]
First Steps in Music
Drawing on a rich repertoire of folk songs and rhymes, this 30-minute class is designed to nurture “tuneful, beat-ful, artful” children and to lay the foundation for a life-long love of music. Children and their caregivers will be tapping, clapping, singing, and dancing with Ms. Rachael from start to finish — and you might even […]
Moving & Grooving
Drop-in for dance & movement with Bosoma School of Dance and start your day with joy, creativity, and fun! Little ones and their caregivers will explore rhythm, imagination, and self-expression through playful movement. No experience required—just come ready to move and groove! Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ […]
Yoga & Storytime
Stretch, wiggle, and imagine together! In this playful program for children under 5 and their caregivers, stories come alive through gentle yoga poses and silly movement. Together with Ms. Christine you’ll giggle, wiggle, and imagine your way through adventures big and small. No mats or experience needed—just bring your sense of wonder! Free with general […]
First Steps in Music
Drawing on a rich repertoire of folk songs and rhymes, this 30-minute class is designed to nurture “tuneful, beat-ful, artful” children and to lay the foundation for a life-long love of music. Children and their caregivers will be tapping, clapping, singing, and dancing with Ms. Rachael from start to finish — and you might even […]
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. […]
Railroads and Gloucester’s Fishing Industry
We’re kicking off a new Afternoon Enrichment series for adults with historian Paul Romary, who brings Gloucester’s 19th-century fishing story to life in surprising ways. His talk uncovers the overlooked role of the railroad in turning Gloucester into a world-renowned fishing port after the Civil War. While most accounts focus on fishermen at sea, Romary […]
Yoga & Storytime
Stretch, wiggle, and imagine together! In this playful program for children under 5 and their caregivers, stories come alive through gentle yoga poses and silly movement. Together with Ms. Christine you’ll giggle, wiggle, and imagine your way through adventures big and small. No mats or experience needed—just bring your sense of wonder! Free with general […]
First Steps in Music
Drawing on a rich repertoire of folk songs and rhymes, this 30-minute class is designed to nurture “tuneful, beat-ful, artful” children and to lay the foundation for a life-long love of music. Children and their caregivers will be tapping, clapping, singing, and dancing with Ms. Rachael from start to finish — and you might even […]
Moving & Grooving
Drop-in for dance & movement with Bosoma School of Dance and start your day with joy, creativity, and fun! Little ones and their caregivers will explore rhythm, imagination, and self-expression through playful movement. No experience required—just come ready to move and groove! Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ […]