September 10th, 4:00 pm
SPECIAL RUNNING TOUR WITH NEWTON SPORTS SPOTLIGHT
Do you like running, history, and beer? This easy-paced, fun running tour takes in highlights of Newton sports. Follow part of the legendary Boston Marathon route along Commonwealth Avenue with Paul Clerici, author of Boston Marathon History by the Mile, see the fields at Newton Centre Playground designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, and hear about local sports legends. The total distance is approximately 4 miles.
Meet at the Brewers Coalition, 344 Walnut Street, Newtonville; return after the run to purchase beer and snacks.
Suggested donation: $10 per person
Register at historicnewton.org, or on tour day
Information: 617-796-1450
September 23rd, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
SMITHSONIAN DAY AT THE MUSEUMS
Enjoy this special day of free admission as part of Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day Live! At the Durant-Kenrick House that day, learn about Native American villages and English settlements by creating a diorama.
Museums across the United States participate in Smithsonian Day. Download your ticket (admits 2) from Smithsonian.com/museumday.
Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street OR the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, 286 Waverley Avenue
Admission: Free
Information: 617-796-1450
September 24th, 2:00 pm
TRACING THE 1890s BUILDING BOOM ON WEST NEWTON HILL
The decade of the 1890s was a boom period in many parts of Newton, including West Newton Hill. Architects and builders combined careful craftsmanship with eclectic designs, incorporating turrets, stained glass windows, decorative shingle patterns, porte-cochères and carriage houses. Learn more about the distinctive features of Queen Anne and other styles, as well as the backgrounds of the families who first owned these homes.
Meet at the corner of Prince and Dartmouth Streets. Park along nearby streets.
Suggested donation, $10 per person
Register at historicnewton.org or on tour day
Information: 617-796-1450
September 28th, 7:30 pm
HISTORY BOOK CLUB MEETING
Join the History Book Club for a discussion of Hamilton by Ron Chernow. The author tells the dramatic story of America’s birth seen through the eyes of Alexander Hamilton, who galvanized, inspired and shaped America in the early days of the Republic (and later inspired the award-winning Broadway musical). Read the book in advance and come to the meeting, which is open to all.
Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street
Admission: Free
Information: 617-796-1450
October 1st, 12:00 Noon-4:00 pm
HAYFEST
Come enjoy 19th century crafts at the Jackson Homestead! Learn through hands-on activities how Newton families lived in the 1800s. Try your hand at butter making, cider pressing, candle dipping, and more. Jump into a burlap sack for a race or play the hoop-tossing game of graces. Join us for a day of old-fashioned fun for the whole family.
Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street
Admission: Free
Information: 617-796-1450