Community Calendar

Welcome to the Wistariahurst Plant Sale, where beauty blooms and history is preserved! All of our plants are lovingly grown right here on our property, ensuring that they are acclimated to our unique climate and soil. By purchasing our plants, you’re not only getting a piece of Wistariahurst’s history, but also investing in the health and vibrancy of your own garden. Our selection includes a wide variety of perennial favorites, such as delicate Bleeding Hearts, vibrant Primroses, and bold Daylilies. We also offer fragrant Catmint, towering Foxgloves, and many other unique and hard-to-find varieties. Not only will these plants add […]

The South Hadley Canal was the first canal made for navigation within the United States having been ready for use in 1795.  For 160 years (that is, since 1863) the canal has been owned by Holyoke institutions.  Walk from Riverside Park near the South Hadley Public Library up to Canal Park.  Be capable of walking 2 miles.  Please, sign up at the Eventbrite link.

Join the Holyoke LGBTQ+ community in celebrating Pride! There will be food trucks, arts and craft vendors, drag and other performances at Veterans Park - Saturday, June 17 from 12pm-6pm More info at www.holyokepride.org

Join us at Wistariahurst Museum on June 19th, 2023, from 1-5pm for an unforgettable day of celebration! It’s time to commemorate freedom and embrace our country’s second independence day in the most joyful way possible! Experience lawn games, incredible music, delicious treats from local Black vendors, stunning face painting, and hands-on art projects. Capture your story through oral history activities and be part of history. Let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Black history, life, and culture that has shaped Holyoke. Juneteenth is a reminder of the incredible resilience of Black life. It symbolizes the struggles and triumphs of formerly enslaved […]

Join Beyond Walls and Nueva Esperanza in a kickoff celebration as we welcome an extraordinary line-up of talented muralists to the vibrant city of Holyoke! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of creativity, culture, and community. Date: June 21, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: El Mercado, 413 Main Street, Holyoke, MA This is more than just an art event; it's a celebration of the lively spirit and rich cultural tapestry of Holyoke. We invite you to join us in this momentous occasion, where artists, locals, and visitors come together to embrace the power of creativity and unity. […]

Muscle Tough, Philadelphia’s premier futuristic funk fusion trio will play the Divine Theater at Gateway City Arts Wednesday, June 21. City of Four will open the show. Muscle Tough specializes in a heavily improvised blend of modal jazz, funk, and rocking psychedelia. Their creative use of sound design and group-minded improvisation blurs the line between their originals and quirky pop classics. “Tough Transmissions,” a recent collection of hilariously titled one-minute songs, showcases the trio’s lack of musical boundaries and deep comedic undercurrents. With a revolving door of guests including members of Phish, MMW, Dopapod, Lotus, Snarky Puppy, and DJ Logic, along […]

Attention Job Seekers! Don't miss out on the career opportunity of a lifetime at our upcoming Job Fair! Get those resumes Ready!!! Check out the confirmed employers so far: bit.ly/GoodJobsGoodEats Raffles, Food, and LOTS of Jobs!

Welcome to Wistariahurst’s Landscape Tours! Our immersive tours offer a unique and in-depth experience of the historic gardens at Wistariahurst. Led by knowledgeable and passionate guides, our tours provide an engaging discussion of the gardens’ rich history and how they have been preserved over time. As you stroll through our gardens, you’ll learn about the history of Wistariahurst and how its landscapes have evolved over the years. Our guides will share stories about the gardens’ creation and how they have been lovingly maintained and restored to their former glory. You’ll discover how our skilled gardeners continue to work tirelessly to […]