Programs & Events

Summer Programs

Cobbler boy at the Wenham Museum History Alive!

History Alive Summer Programs are unique to the North Shore, giving children the opportunity to experience firsthand what it was like to live in early America, Colonial times, or the Civil War era. Each week-long day programs include activities such as campfire cookouts, Native American storytelling, authentic period cooking, dog tent/long house building, colonial & Civil War costumes, songs and dances, crafts and games, and marching and drills. Program hours are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily, and children should bring lunch. Snacks and drinks are provided, including authentic period cooking. Register by phone or mail. Summer Week Long Programs The museum also offers four weeklong full day programs for children interested in learning about Native American life, Colonial American life, or the Civil War era. These programs include crafts and games related to the period, cooking, pitching tents, and loads of other fun activities.

Early Americans ages 7-12 ____ July 7-11

Colonial New England ages 7-12 ____ July 14-18

Civil War Encampment ages 7-10 _____ July 28- Aug 1

Civil War Heroes ages 10-13 _____ Aug 4-8

Age of Victoria ages 8-13 _____ Aug 18-20 (3 days)

Fee per session:
Early Bird, (Before April 15)- Members $215, Non-members $235
Age of Victoria M-$126.00 NM $141.00
10% discount on siblings
After April 15 - $235.00 and $260.00
Age of Victoria- $140.00 and $155.00

Prepayment is required. 75% refunds will be given for cancellations made up to 3 weeks before a session begins. Additional information will be sent two weeks prior to program date. Children must have a MA Summer Camp medical form from their doctor.

For more information about these week long programs, please call our Education Director for availability and pricing. You may also click here for Summer Program registration and information form.

Fun ’n’ Games Through the Ages
Appropriate for summer camp or group visits
Play games from Colonial times to the 1960s and enjoy making your own ice cream. Children also visit the museum’s exhibits including the new Family Discovery and Bennett E. Merry Train Galleries. (1.5 hr)
Ages: 4-12 $6.00 per student.

Hamilton Teacher- “I’ve been teaching for over 13 years and the Museum has been a great resource.”