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Help Preserve Our Stories for the Next Generation Every object, photograph, and story in Wenham Museum holds a piece of our shared history. From the beloved model train gallery to the historic dolls, textiles, and photographs in our collection, each object tells a story that connects us to the past. With your support, we can continue […]
Thanksgiving Hours
Special Thanksgiving Hours We’re grateful for our community and look forward to welcoming you this holiday season! Please note our special hours around Thanksgiving: Wednesday, November 26: Open at 9 AM, closing early at 1 PM Thursday, November 27: CLOSED Friday, November 28: Open 9 AM to 4 PM Saturday, November 29: Open 9 AM […]
Thanksgiving Hours
Special Thanksgiving Hours We’re grateful for our community and look forward to welcoming you this holiday season! Please note our special hours around Thanksgiving: Wednesday, November 26: Open at 9 AM, closing early at 1 PM Thursday, November 27: CLOSED Friday, November 28: Open 9 AM to 4 PM Saturday, November 29: Open 9 AM […]
Signing & Singing
Sing, sign, and shine! Kids explore holiday songs and American Sign Language in this playful drop-in program—building communication skills, confidence, and joy along the way! Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ This event is part of Mornings at the Museum—a fun, enriching way for little ones and their caregivers […]
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. It's a perfect midweek museum adventure!
Holiday Candlelight Tour
Step back in time as you explore one of the nation’s earliest homes by the warm glow of candlelight. On this 30-minute guided tour of the 17th-century Claflin-Gerrish-Richards House, you’ll enjoy festive decorations, hear stories of yesterday, and discover the rooms where generations once celebrated the holiday season. For these special evenings, the upstairs—rarely opened […]
Arts & Making
Get creative with Art's Cool! Join us for hands-on holiday crafts, open-ended projects, and festive sensory art fun. Kids can let their imaginations run wild while building fine motor skills and expressing themselves through art. Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ This event is part of Mornings at the […]
Music Time
Sing, clap, and groove with musicians from the Music Connection in this joyful, play-based music program for young children. Each week in December features festive songs, rhythm games, and musical stories designed to celebrate the season and spark creativity and movement. Included with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ This […]
The 18th-Century Coromandel Chest
Join us for a fascinating look at one of the Claflin-Gerrish-Richards House’s most exquisite treasures — an 18th-century Coromandel chest located on the home’s second floor. Speaker Emily Pearce, Executive Director of Schooner Adventure in Gloucester, MA, will explore the artistry, history, and global craftsmanship behind this remarkable piece of lacquerwork furniture. Following the talk, […]
Dance & Movement
Celebrate the season with festive dance & movement with the Little Gym! Kids laugh, leap, and learn in every class—discovering confidence and joy that lasts a lifetime. That’s what we call Serious Fun! Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ This event is part of Mornings at the Museum—a fun, […]
Holiday Ornament Build
School’s out early — come to Wenham Museum for a festive afternoon of hands-on fun! Kids and their grown-ups can build colorful, brick-style holiday ornaments (compatible with LEGO®) to take home and enjoy all season long. 🎟️ Pricing details to come ✨ Sign up when you arrive! Museum admission required. Best for kids ages 5 […]
Arts & Making
Get creative with Art's Cool! Join us for hands-on holiday crafts, open-ended projects, and festive sensory art fun. Kids can let their imaginations run wild while building fine motor skills and expressing themselves through art. Free with general museum admission • Ages 0–5 • No registration required ________ This event is part of Mornings at the […]