Swing into Spring at the Spring Cleaning with the Skinner Servants Tour on May 8th, 2025. Explore the first and second floors of the mansion while being escorted by one of the former housemaids.This immersive ticketed event will educate guests on the lives of the servants and workers who helped maintain and keep the household running back in the day. Guests will encounter Belle Skinner, her companion, the family nurse, housekeeper and more. You'll have the chance to explore the servants' perspectives towards the family they worked for and understand the daily tasks they were entrusted with. Our house tours at Wistariahurst offer a unique and unforgettable journey for our guests, and the Spring Cleaning with the Skinner Servants Tour […]

Be a part of the next creative adventure coming to the halls of Wistariahurst Museum by participating in our Wistariahurst Kid’s Art Classes! This series of art classes is geared towards children in grades K-12 to spark creativity and inspire a love for art history. Joycelin Raho, the talented instructor guiding these classes, will help children explore different mediums and artistic techniques to unlock their imaginations. These engaging activities will help kids create their own masterpieces through a hands-on approach to learning To make these classes accessible and available for all kids in our community, we offer a sliding scale for admission. Parents and/or guardians can choose admission pricing from $10, $15, or $20, which will help cover the cost […]

Soak up the sun and shop for gifts and goodies for mom- or yourself!  Wistariahurst Museum welcomes spring with our second annual Mother’s Day Market being held Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Our Mother’s Day Market features local vendors selling a variety of products such as art, jewelry, food, and other amazing items. Vendors will be stationed outdoors in Wistariahurst’s gardens, weather permitting. If the April showers trickle into May, then vendors will be located indoors throughout the first floor of the museum. Guests are welcome inside the Carriage house as well, where they can shop our gift shop, take photos in the carriage, and view the frog circus. The fun doesn’t stop there! Wander around the first floor […]

Knock, Knock! Photographer Jeffrey Richard opens the door to exploration and creativity in his exhibit of urban photographs. Jeffrey Richard is a Holyoke native who has always been inspired by the visual aspects of the world and city around him.Richard’s work explores urban decay and highlights abandoned buildings, alleys, and entryways. Though Richards has photographed several places during his travels, he has returned to Holyoke to take photos of this “always-changing city”, as he describes it. “Knock Knock!” is a collection of photographic images transformed into 3D framed artwork of doors and entryways from Holyoke and beyond. Richard explains the inspiration behind the 3D pop-out frames is to “give depth drawing the viewer into the image, creating a connection to […]

Wistariahurst Museum is egg-static to bring back our Sensory-Friendly Egg Hunt for a second year! This festive egg hunt focuses on gentle exploration and enjoyment. Designed for families with sensory sensitivities, this egg-ceptional event is tailored so every bunny feels comfortable and welcome. This year’s egg hunt will take place indoors throughout the halls of Wistariahurst. Weather permitting, outdoor games and activities will add some egg-stra fun to the event. Each child can gather six eggs and choose prizes ranging from candy to fidget toys. Hop to it and register for one of the available time slots. Families can sign up for timed entry to ensure smooth check-in between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Families are welcome to enjoy the […]

In an ever-changing world, our sense of place—our connection to the landscapes, communities, and histories that shape us—offers a foundation for well-being, belonging, and stewardship. Research shows that strong place connections enhance mental health, reduce stress, and foster a sense of meaning in our lives. Communities rooted in a shared sense of place are more resilient, fostering understanding, cooperation, and a deeper appreciation for cultural and natural heritage. When we feel connected to a place, we are more likely to care for it, ensuring its stories, landscapes, and ecosystems endure for future generations. This 90-minute workshop invites writers of all levels to craft vivid, sensory-rich stories, poems, or songs inspired by personal experiences with place. Through guided prompts and conversation, […]