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On Saturday, September 20th, the annual Great Road Day offers visitors the unique opportunity to take a journey through 300 years of history along one of the oldest highways in the country, the Great Road in Lincoln. Several historic sites are open that day and admission requires only an interest in, or curiosity about, history.
Read MoreA charming Victorian-style Garden Party being held on Saturday, August 9th brings guests back in time to the year 1904, as they learn about what it was like for young girls to grow up during the turn of the century at a house much like Hearthside. It is all told through the story of the American Girl Doll Samantha, who lived in a mansion with her grandmother in the city.
Read MoreReaders of the weekly newspaper, The Valley Breeze, have cast their votes in the Voices of the Valley Community Awards, and Hearthside came out on top as the 2025 Best Museum in the Valley.
Read MoreA celebration of Flag Day will be held at Lincoln's Pullen's Corner Schoolhouse at Chase Farm Park on Sunday, June 8th starting at 1:00 pm. The one-day event includes a curated exhibit of unique historic flags displayed at the historic one-room schoolhouse, both inside and out. Historian Kirk Hindman will explain the history of each of the flags from his collection that includes regimental, American, and state flag examples.
Read MoreTypically at the Hearthside House Museum, guests are greeted by volunteers dressed in Victorian or Edwardian attire as they are welcomed to explore this 200-year old home and some of the many families who have lived there. This summer, though, the hands of time have landed on a much more recent history which is 1960-1969 so those volunteers may now be dressed in tie-dye shirts and bell bottoms for the newest exhibit, "Summer of Love: A Journey Through the 1960s."
Read MoreHearthside’s Afternoon Tea for girls and their dolls offers a special afternoon of elegance as they learn about the history of Felicity, an American Girl Doll character who is a spirited, brave and loyal 10-year-old girl growing up in the 1770s, just as the American colonies were preparing to start the Revolutionary War.
Read MoreThe joy of spring and the timeless charm of May Day will be celebrated at the Pullen's Corner Schoolhouse on Sunday, May 4th. Nestled within the scenic Chase Farm Park in Lincoln, the Pullen’s Corner Schoolhouse, lovingly restored one-room school dating back to the 19th century, sets the perfect stage for a celebration inspired by spring festivals of yesteryear.
Read MoreHearthside’s annual Afternoon Tea features a farewell to Downton Abbey. This event comes just in time to get re-acquainted with the Crawley family before the September release of the third, and reportedly final, Downton Abbey movie, which is set to close out the story that carried on from the most popular tv series into two movies.
Read MoreThe last opportunity to catch Hearthside's current exhibit, "Something Old, Something New: 150 Years of Wedding Fashions & Traditions is on Saturday, April 26th. This popular exhibit includes an extensive display of wedding attire that ranges from 1850-2000. The attractive displays feature floral touches and special attention to the finest details, such as a wedding party at the altar, a reception in the dining room, hope chests brimming with linens hand embroidered by prospective brides, and suitcases packed with vacation attire for the honeymoon trip.
Read MoreThe Friends of Hearthside was one of 22 organizations that received the 2025 Thrive Grant given by Rhode Island Humanities for operational support of small cultural heritage organizations and local historical and preservation societies that support and strengthen Rhode Island’s many diverse, dynamic communities. The award was for $5000.
Read MoreOn Sunday, June 30th, the grounds of Hearthside will feature a psychic fair in a series known as "BeDazzled," mini-events which offer different pieces from the cancelled BeWitched event last fall. The mini-events are held outdoors and accompany "The Joy & Wonder of Miniatures" exhibit taking place inside the museum.
Read MoreSomething really big is happening at Hearthside…and it’s small. That’s because the museum’s newest exhibit features miniatures, with displays of familiar objects that are all small scaled versions of the actual sizes. The Joy & Wonder of Miniatures exhibit opens Saturday afternoon, June 15.
Read MoreThere's nothing like the historic Hearthside House to enjoy the beauty, charm and magic of an Old-Fashioned Christmas. The feel of a warm and cozy home with a fire in the fireplace, gaily appointed Christmas trees, festively decorated mantels and garlands adorning the staircases and doorways, and a Victorian style Santa Claus, this elegant 200-year-old Great Road mansion welcomes guests for a nostalgic journey back in time.
Read MoreThe Friends of Hearthside announces the release of a new ornament featuring the four 19th century properties located at Chase Farm Park known as the Great Road Heritage Campus.
Read MoreThe Friends of Hearthside welcomes special guest author Pamela McColl on her national book tour for a special evening steeped in history and nostalgia to celebrate this 200th anniversary.
Read MoreThe Friends of Hearthside House has announced that the 2nd Annual Bewitched and Bedazzled: A Magical Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, September 30, from 10 am-4:30 pm at Chase Farm Park.
Read MoreOn Saturday, September 23, 2023 the annual Great Road Day offers visitors the opportunity to discover some of Lincoln’s earliest history along one of the country's oldest highways through some of the state's finest historic treasures. Twelve sites spanning 300 years are available to visitors with free admission between 11 am- 4 pm.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 10 a.m., the dedication of an artist mural, “Great Road in the 19th Century,” will be held at Chase Farm Park.
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