Calendar of Events 2026
April 18
Clean up Day
Volunteers gather at the Garrison House to freshen up the grounds for a season full of events.
May 9
Mother’s Tea
2:00 p.m.
Celebrate the special mothers in your life over tea and refreshments.
June 14
Flag Day
4:00 p.m.
A new flag is raised on the wooden flag pole that was relocated from the Town Common.
June 18
Annual Dinner
6:30 p.m.
An annual meeting for Garrison House members.
July 9 & 10
Summer History Program
10:30 to 2:00 p.m.
A hands-on program where students ages 9 to 13 learn two colonial crafts each day.
July 19
House Tours
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tours of the 1716 Garrison and c. 1830 barn. See how people lived in colonial times and the collection of farm tools.
August 16
House Tours
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tours of the 1716 Garrison and c. 1830 barn. See how people lived in colonial times and the collection of farm tools.
September 20
Crafters Sale
12:30 to 4:00 p.m.
The Garrison House will host a market for local crafters to sell their hand crafted goods. Past items have included stained glass, quilted items, soaps, and wooden crafts. This event is a great occasion to find that special gift!
October 4
Colonial Craft Day
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Our most popular event of the year. Join us for demonstrations of colonial crafts including blacksmithing, cider pressing, chair caning, soap making, candle dipping, butter churning, hearth cooking, colonial music, the Chelmsford Minutemen, and more. It’s an event for the whole family!
Admission is free.
November 8
Sally’s Closet
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
This will be a lecture on a historical topic—to be determined.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled event, we will gladly schedule a private tour. Please call (978) 256-8832 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.