Wistariahurst Museum

Wistariahurst Museum Wistariahurst is an educational and cultural center owned and operated by the City of Holyoke and supported by The Wistariahurst Foundation.

Wistariahurst Museum is dedicated to preserving Holyoke’s history and inspiring an appreciation of history and culture through educational programs, guided tours, exhibits and special events. Wistariahurst is dedicated to preserving Holyoke’s history and inspiring an appreciation of history and culture through educational programs, exhibits and special events. Listed on the National Register of Hi

storic Places, Wistariahurst is the former home of William Skinner, a prominent silk manufacturer and was built in 1874. Today, Wistariahurst offers a wide variety of public programs and events including: workshops, concerts, lectures and demonstrations and serves the community through educational programs, community partnerships, history projects, and outreach activities. More information is available at www.Wistariahurst.org

White Lion Brewing company has refreshing brews perfect for a hot June day. Beat the heat with their unique beers during...
06/03/2026

White Lion Brewing company has refreshing brews perfect for a hot June day. Beat the heat with their unique beers during Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst Museum. Stop by their food truck during the event on Friday, June 19th, 12:00-3:00pm!

Souper Sweet Sandwich Shop will be serving up all kinds of delicious eats during Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst M...
06/02/2026

Souper Sweet Sandwich Shop will be serving up all kinds of delicious eats during Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst Museum. Souper Sweet specializes in sandwiches, soups, and salads that are hearty and fresh. Make sure to stop by their table to shop select eats at Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst Museum Friday, June 19th 12:00-3:00pm!

06/01/2026

Visit Wistariahurst Museum for the next guided house tour! Tickets are available on our Eventbrite page. Don’t miss this exciting guided tour through a piece of Holyoke’s past!

Enjoy the amazing entertainment at Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst Museum! Visit the gardens at Wistariahurst on F...
05/31/2026

Enjoy the amazing entertainment at Celebrate Juneteenth at Wistariahurst Museum! Visit the gardens at Wistariahurst on Friday, June 19th, from 12:00-3:00pm for an afternoon of celebration and remembrance. Performers include DJ Pzo Peter, Voices of Praise, and storyteller Eshu Bumpus.

There's so much to enjoy, so mark your calendars! To learn more, visit Wistariahurst's Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989330491050?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wistariahurst Museum is celebrating Pride month during a special Sensory Friendly Sunday Funday on June 28th from 12:00-...
05/28/2026

Wistariahurst Museum is celebrating Pride month during a special Sensory Friendly Sunday Funday on June 28th from 12:00-3:00 pm.

This year, we are welcoming back Serenity Lockhart for a family-friendly Drag Storytime and performance! Holyoke residents may recognize Serenity from her many amazing performances at Fame Eatery/Lounge, and we're excited to welcome her back to Wistariahurst. Guests can also enjoy Pride-themed educational crafts. Visitors will also be able to interact with fun historical activities based around Wistariahurst.

This event will foster understanding and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.

Sign up on our Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sensory-friendly-pride-storytime-at-wistariahurst-museum-tickets-1989601786502?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Wistariahurst Museum and Genuine Culture are getting ready for our annual Juneteenth event, Celebrate Juneteenth! Visit ...
05/27/2026

Wistariahurst Museum and Genuine Culture are getting ready for our annual Juneteenth event, Celebrate Juneteenth! Visit the gardens at Wistariahurst Friday, June 19th, from 12:00-3:00pm for an afternoon of celebration and remembrance.

This event will feature music from DJ Pzo Pete and Voices of Praise, food from Thai Food Place and Souper Sweet, drinks from White Lion Brewing Co. and so much more! Kids and families can enjoy art projects, presentations, and yard games. There will also be local vendors and organizations tabling at the event.

There's so much to enjoy, so mark your calendars! To learn more, visit Wistariahurst's Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989330491050?aff=oddtdtcreator

Are you an artist wanting to connect with other local artists? Are you stuck on a project or piece of art? Join fellow a...
05/26/2026

Are you an artist wanting to connect with other local artists? Are you stuck on a project or piece of art? Join fellow artists for the next Artist Session at Wistariahurst Museum happening Sunday, May 31st, from 11:00am-2:00pm!

Artist Linda Devine leads these sessions to help artists in western Massachusetts come together to create a supportive environment. Artist Sessions are perfect for those looking to network, participate in artmaking, or share solutions to common problems. These sessions are geared toward helping artists of all skill levels and mediums boost their practices and potential. We are an artist-friendly space that encourages creativity and supports the growth of this region’s artists, which is why these sessions are offered at no cost and are accessible to all artists seeking to elevate their careers.

Sign up on Wistariahurst's Eventbrite today:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artist-sessions-may-2026-tickets-1987342532011?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Our gardens are looking gorgeous and green. How about yours? Stock up on plants to make your garden even better at the n...
05/23/2026

Our gardens are looking gorgeous and green. How about yours? Stock up on plants to make your garden even better at the next Wistariahurst Museum plant sale. Saturday, May 30th, from 10:00am -12:00pm, our gardeners will be selling annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs. Don't miss it because all annuals must go!

Learn more on our Eventbrite page:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989552751838?aff=oddtdtcreator

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238 Cabot Street
Holyoke, MA
01040

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