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  • Puppet Playtime at Gore Place

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Come join Good News Gus and his puppet pals for songs, stories, and puppet shenanigans at our Carriage House. This interactive puppet show is both fun and funny; you’ll be in stitches by the end! The sessions are recommended for 3- and 4-year-olds, but all are welcome.

    $16
  • Who was Rebecca Gore? An evening tour.

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Join an evening tour of the 1806 mansion at Gore Place in Waltham for “Who Was Rebecca Gore?” This guide-led tour will tell the story of the remarkable woman who designed the 1806 Gore Mansion. Along the way, you’ll marvel at the graceful curves of the Great Stair, Oval Withdrawing Room, Peacock Parlor, Great Hall, […]

    $21
  • Living in the Dark: A moonlight tour

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    What was life like before the electric light? Find out on an evening visit to the 1806 mansion at Gore Place. You’ll see the graceful Great Stairs, the lovely Oval Withdrawing Room, the Peacock Parlor, the Great Hall, bed chambers, sitting rooms, and more. Along the way, your guide will tell stories about living by […]

    $21
  • Gore Place — free mansion tour

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Gore Place will open the doors of its historic mansion to the public Friday, Dec. 19, for a day of free tours showcasing the Federal-era estate in holiday splendor. Tours start on the hour at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. No reservations required. Additional information.

    Free
  • Music for the Holly Days

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Waltham's own Moody Street String Band will offer traditional tunes to ring in the holidays. Don't miss what has become a Gore Place tradition. The concert will take place in the 1793 Carriage House.  

    $21
  • A December Evening — A seasonal celebration to benefit Gore Place

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Step into a seasonal celebration and witness the 1806 Gore Mansion transformed with one-of-a-kind holiday decorations. Enjoy live music, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, and a curated holiday boutique. This is more than just a party, it’s an unforgettable experience. Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot by December 3, 2025.

  • John Muratore Holiday Concert

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Acclaimed guitarist John Muratore will perform a special holiday program in the beautiful 1793 Carriage House at Gore Place. The Boston Globe has called John's playing "...aural iridescence..." and the Boston Musical Intelligencer has called him "one of greater Boston's most gifted guitar virtuosos." $21 general admission, $19 members and $5 Card to Culture.

    $21
  • Holiday embroidery workshop

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Join us for a fun embroidery class. Each student will receive materials to stitch two ornaments in winter-themed designs such as snowflakes, a Christmas tree or a sleigh. Intended for beginners, but all skill levels welcome. For teens and adults. $40 general admission, $35 Gore Place member, $15 Card to Culture.

    $40
  • ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Gore Place

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    This holiday season, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Charles Dickens’s beloved tale, “A Christmas Carol,” at historic Gore Place. Performed in the 1793 Carriage House, with its rich history and classic charm, this timeless production promises to kindle the festive spirit and touch your heart with its powerful message of redemption and goodwill. […]

    $35
  • Chamber pots and hygiene

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Join an expert guide for a moonlight tour of the 1806 Mansion at Gore Place. You’ll see the graceful great stairs, the lovely oval withdrawing room, the Peacock Parlor, the Great Hall, the bedchambers, sitting rooms, and more. The theme will be “Chamber pots and hygiene in the early 19th century,” a quirky but fascinating […]

    $21
  • Adam Hendey

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    A graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer Adam Hendey has become one of Boston's most sought-after musical collaborators. Concert takes place in the beautiful 1793 Carriage House at Gore Place.

    $21
  • Handmade for the Holidays crafts fair

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    "Handmade for the Holidays" is back at Gore Place this November! The market is free and open to the public. You can get your holiday shopping done early and feel good about supporting local artisans. And while you're here, you can stroll the grounds of our beautiful 19th century estate and visit our heritage breed […]

    Free