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52 Gore St, Waltham, MA 02453
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Our mission

To preserve and promote the 1806 country estate of Christopher and Rebecca Gore as a unique community resource that tells the story of early 19th century American life.

Opportunities

Agricultural/Horticultural Programs

If you have a green thumb, help out with our Plant Sale, Be Inspired: A Celebration of Floral Design, and Corn Roasts.

  • Occasional
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10)
  • Event support, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Music Programs

If you have an interest in music you can volunteer to assist with our Carriage House Concerts and Fiddlers on the Farm events.

  • Occasional
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Event support, Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Special Programs and Lectures

Volunteer during our main event, the Sheepshearing Festival. There are a variety of tasks and positions throughout the day that we need help with. Or help out with Moonlight Tours, Frightful Fridays, and Edgar Allan Poe: Master of the Macabre events.

  • One-time, Occasional
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Event support, Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Holiday Programs

Lend your time during the holidays and help out during Holiday Teas, Santa Teas, and Handmade for the Holidays Shopping Parties.

  • One-time, Occasional
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends
How you help

Volunteers are an important and growing part of our organization, and help us to achieve our goals of preservation and education.

About us

Gore Place is a 50-acre country estate in the city, a grand Mansion steeped in history, a working farm, and an invaluable community resource.