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Gore Place

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52 Gore St, Waltham, MA 02453
Phone (781) 894 - 2798
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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

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

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

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.