Stoneham's 300th Anniversary End of Summer Celebration
The Stoneham Chamber is thrilled to collaborate with the Friends of the Stoneham 300th Anniversary for an End of Summer Celebration! We have a packed day of activities lined up to honor Stoneham's tricentennial and showcase the numerous natural treasures our town offers!
All events are low or no cost and registration is required. Please use the links below to sign up for events happening on August 23.
SCHEDULE + REGISTRATION
Whip Hill Estate Tours with the Stoneham Garden Club
Join the Stoneham Garden Club on guided tours of the historic Whip Hill estate and garden. Whip Hill was donated to the Town of Stoneham by Angie Crockett in 1963 for conservation purposes in town. Learn about the history of the manor and surrounding property.
Location: Whip Hill Park | One Whip Hill Road
Times: 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm (each tour is approximately a half-hour)
Cost: Free, registration required
Considerations: People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to register. Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.
Guided Hikes with the Friends of the Fells
The Friends of the Middlesex Fells will be offering guided walks through the woods. Walks cover such topics as plants and animals, geology, history, climate impacts, invasive species, birding, and seasonal changes.
Location: Tours begin and end at Whip Hill Manor
Times: 2pm, 3:30pm (each tour is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes)
Cost: No cost, registration required
Considerations: Participants should be able to walk 1.5 miles on uneven terrain.
Beer Garden + Concert at the Whip Hill Estate
Enjoy an afternoon of live music and craft beer at the beautiful Whip Hill Estate! Idle Hands Craft Ales will have a pop-up beer garden and live music featuring the Whip Hillbillies from 3pm - 5pm.
Location: 1 Whip Hill Road, Stoneham
Times: 2pm-6pm, with live music performed by the Whip Hill-Billies from 3pm-5pm.
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Considerations: Please note that street parking at Whip Hill is very limited. We will have a shuttle running continuously from Colonial Park Elementary School. Additionally, the Town of Stoneham offers a free door-to-door service on Saturdays until 4pm. For more information, please visit Stoneham Location — Circuit.
Also, consider having hiking be part of the adventure!
- Colonial Park Elementary School Parking Lot
- Address: 30 Avalon Street (Stoneham)
- Distance: .25 miles, some hilly and uneven terrain through the woods, there will be signage guiding the way
- Jerry Jingle Park
- Address: 2 Lynn Fells Parkway (Stoneham) - between Dunkin Donuts and JJ Grimsby's Restaurant.
- Distance: .65 miles, some hilly and uneven terrain, trail will have signage along the way.
Historical Spot Pond Boat Tour with the Stoneham Historical Commission
Join Paddle Boston and the Stoneham Historical Commission for a guided tour of Spot Pond. Learn about this rich history while enjoying a leisurely boat ride.
Location: Paddle Boston | Spot Pond
Times: 3pm, 4:30pm (each tour is approximately one hour)
Cost: $10 per person
Considerations: People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to register. During registration you can request to be matched with someone who can paddle for you.
Stone Zoo After Hours
As part of the tricentennial celebration, the Stone Zoo will be offering free admission from 5pm to 7pm to Stoneham residents. Tickets are complimentary but registration with proof of street address is required.
Location: Stone Zoo | 149 Pond Street
Times: 5pm-7pm
Cost: Free, registration required
Considerations: This event is reserved for Stoneham residents. Youth under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.