Events North of Boston

Hike & Seek: Sprouts of Spring

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

As the snow starts to melt, hints of green begin to bud and sprout which can only mean Springtime has arrived. From acorn to tree, sprout to fern, and spore to mushroom; the woodland forest is a revolving world of new plant species as far as the eye can see. Join us this April school...

$9 – $15

Shark Anatomy & Biology with AWSC

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, United States
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, United States

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate  

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M

This hands-on program is geared towards children and families, and is led by our special guests from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Participants will assemble a life-size puzzle of a...

$9 – $20

Hike & Seek: Sprouts of Spring

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

As the snow starts to melt, hints of green begin to bud and sprout which can only mean Springtime has arrived. From acorn to tree, sprout to fern, and spore to mushroom; the woodland forest is a revolving world of new plant species as far as the eye can see. Join us this April school...

$9 – $15

Story-Time & Craft Wednesday

Event Series Story-Time & Craft Wednesday
Firehouse Center for the Arts 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States
Firehouse Center for the Arts 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

Firehouse Center for the Arts  

Firehouse Center for the Arts 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA

NEW PROGRAM ALERT!! Summer is the PERFECT time for outdoor story time and craft making! This BRAND NEW family event is an extension of our Newburyport Arts and Culture Shanties Program and will take place each Wednesday in the Pop Up Park on Merrimac Street - where the Shanties are currently located. Come join the...

FREE

Hike & Seek: Sprouts of Spring

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

As the snow starts to melt, hints of green begin to bud and sprout which can only mean Springtime has arrived. From acorn to tree, sprout to fern, and spore to mushroom; the woodland forest is a revolving world of new plant species as far as the eye can see. Join us this April school...

$9 – $15

Family Program: April Vacation at CAM Green!

Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States
Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States

Cape Ann Museum Green  

Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA

Thursday, April 24, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CAM Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester MA. Recommended ages 4 and up. Adult supervision required. Free and Open to the Public. Parking is first come, first served. This April Vacation, young visitors are invited to discover the art and history of Cape Ann at the CAM...

Free and Open to the Public

Hike & Seek: Sprouts of Spring

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

As the snow starts to melt, hints of green begin to bud and sprout which can only mean Springtime has arrived. From acorn to tree, sprout to fern, and spore to mushroom; the woodland forest is a revolving world of new plant species as far as the eye can see. Join us this April school...

$9 – $15

Family Program: April Vacation at CAM Green!

Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States
Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States

Cape Ann Museum Green  

Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA

Friday, April 25, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CAM Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester MA. Recommended ages 4 and up. Adult supervision required. Free and Open to the Public....

Free and Open to the Public

Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk

Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States
Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States

Cider Hill Farm  

Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M

Step out amongst 10,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 4/19 - 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk, you'll see apple, peach, pear,...

Free

Hike & Seek: Sprouts of Spring

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

As the snow starts to melt, hints of green begin to bud and sprout which can only mean Springtime has arrived. From acorn to tree, sprout to fern, and spore to mushroom; the woodland forest is a revolving world of new plant species as far as the eye can see. Join us this April school...

$9 – $15

Free! Children’s Sunflower Seed Planting with Mrs. Essex County 2025

Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States
Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States

Cider Hill Farm  

Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M

Join Debra Stewart Mrs. Essex County '25 at Cider Hill Farm, for this fun, free activity for the kiddos. Planting sunflowers early attracts pollinators all season! As a North Shore native, Debra is passionate about all things agricultural. Visit the seed table on the main lawn to plant and meet Debra!

Free

CraneExplorer: Arbor Day Forest Fun

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, United States
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, United States

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate  

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M

Celebrate Arbor Day with a frolic through the forest on this all-ages education program which explores the biological need for habitat & shelter in an educational and experiential setting. Participants will discuss examples of shelters and dwellings, why and how living things build shelters, and share gratitude with the earth for providing the materials for...

$8 – $25