A fun and interactive series of drop in activities at Hale Farm and Balch House for kids of all ages, available any time the property is open. Rain or shine. July 10, 15: Clothes pin doll July 17, 22: Spinning Top July 24, 29: Lantern July 31, August 5: Cup and Ball August 7, 12: […]
A fun and interactive series of drop in activities at Hale Farm and Balch House for kids of all ages, available any time the property is open. Rain or shine. July 10, 15: Clothes pin doll July 17, 22: Spinning Top July 24, 29: Lantern July 31, August 5: Cup and Ball August 7, 12: […]
The c. 1679 Balch House provides a unique and intimate setting for string virtuosos Renee Hemsing and Guy Fishman as they bring to life the music of Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach, whose mastery of counterpoint, ornamentation, and harmonic organization explore the range of artistic and technical possibilities. Preconcert performance: “Threshold” (Rockport High School) Main […]
Historically, samplers were a common way for young girls to learn needlework skills and demonstrate their achievement and industry in an artistic manner. Samplers were often worked as part of a girl’s common education, stitching alphabets, numerals, geometric shapes, and Bible verses as well as animal, botanical, and historical motifs. Historic Beverly has several outstanding […]
Get ready to let your creativity shine! Paint your pumpkin spooky, scary, silly or so much more at this painting party! Pumpkins and all painting supplies will be provided. This event is open to all ages. $10/$5 for members
Join us at the historic Balch House for our seasonal Tavern Night. Beer was a popular beverage during the colonial period and taverns were centers for discussion and sometimes, rebellion. No revolutions will be launched, but you can explore the 17th century house and grounds, learn about the Balch family in Beverly and enjoy light […]
In 1690, two years before the Salem Witch Trials, David Balch accused Dorcas Hoar of being a witch and afflicting him in this very room. Did this incident all but guarantee Dorcas would be found guilty of witchcraft in 1692? Come and decide for yourself. Free with admission
Get the inside story on objects or historical events with these individual Spotlight Tours. These tours are casual 15-minute conversations that take place throughout the month. Topics change regularly but may include visitor favorites or an object you have not explored yet! David Balch slept in that bedroom, when he was quite ill, and his […]
Get the inside story on objects or historical events with these individual Spotlight Tours. These tours are casual, intimate conversations that take place for a specified 15-minute time slot throughout the month. Topics change regularly but may include visitor favorites or an object you have not explored yet! All Spotlight Tours are free with admission.
Join us for a day of all things archaeology as part of the Massachusetts Historical Commission Archaeology Month festivities! This is an event for all ages. Children will decorate their own paper pots from an archaeology dig and a selection of archaeological materials will be on display for perusal. $5/free for members
Lucy Keller will demonstrate the use of the hearth and Balch House fireplace while cooking and demonstrating the use of ‘of-period’ cookware. The end result will be something yummy for all to share! $5/free for members
Explore artifacts focused on the history of the 17th century Balch House and an archaeological dig done at the site in 1998 and then find out what’s next on our archaeology calendar for future excavations at all three of our houses. Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. $15/$10 for members. Note: This event is at the […]