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UPCOMING EVENTS

Belchertown Fair – September 25 – 27
The trustees are preparing our fair day tent for this year’s theme of Stars, Stripes and Fair Nights. We all look forward welcoming folks to our booth. This year you can view old photos of Belchertown past and buy our new t-shirt “only one Belchertown 1861-2026”, that’s right, Belchertown is older than America.

Graveyard Tours – October 25
Come and spend a night in the graveyard when Halloween is approaching. The Historical Association is once again holding Historic Halloween Graveyard Tours in the Mount Hope Cemetery. Inhabitants of the cemetery that impacted Belchertown’s history will “come to life” represented by members of the community in period costumes. Tours will start from the United Church of Christ parish house led by a tour guide. Visitors will meet Belchertown residents from the 19^th century, along with some occasional spirits, and lost souls wandering among the tombstones. The event is free, donations being collected toward continued reconstruction of the Washington District Schoolhouse. Tours will be Sunday, October 25^th, from 5-8pm. This is not a trick or treat event.

Yuletide – November 7
This year’s Yuletide event will be Sat. Nov. 7. The trustees, docents and interns will have the house decorated for the season. We hope to see you there. If you are dropping off raffle baskets or crafts, the museum will be open Wednesday and Thursday afternoons (the 4 &5^th) from 3:00-6:00. Baked goods as well as other items can be brought Friday afternoon from 3:00-5:00. Thank you.

Victorian Christmas Tours – TBA
Last year’s revival of our house tours during the Christmas season was a brilliant success. Ladies dressed in their Victorian finest led candlelight tours through the museum, which was decorated with garland, trees, and candles. This year’s tours are scheduled for the 3 consecutive weekends after Thanksgiving. Watch for updates on days and times so you can mark the dates on your calendar. An evening you won’t forget.

Murder Mystery Dinner – TBA
Traditionally, we partner with the BUCC Players in early February to hold a Murder Mystery dinner.

2026 PAST EVENTS

July 26 Ice Cream Social
Thanks for coming out to our 1903 themed Ice Cream Social, and special thanks to the Wake Robin Morris Dancers for teaching us some period dances!

May 16 Living History Day
Revolutionary Living History Day at the museum this year was a success! Green Valley Homestead demonstrated civilian family life during the period. If you missed it, you can still come tour the house during our regular season.

May 9 Opening Day at the Museum Thank you to everyone who came out for Opening Day at the museum and for your generosity! We have lots of exciting programs planned for you this season!

Check out our archival blog, where our archivists feature interesting finds from the Stone House Museum’s archival collections. In the most recent post you can see what Belchertown was doing to support the cause of American independence in 1776.

“Test Oath” signed by Belchertown citizens in support of the Massachusetts Bay Colonial government against Great Britain, 1776

The Stone House Museum

Stone House Museum is Open May through October ~ Saturday @ 2 – 5 pm ~ Admission: FREE for Members; $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children
Call us to arrange private tours.
Address: Belchertown Historical Association ~ 20 Maple St. PO Box 1211, Belchertown, MA 01007
www.StoneHouseMuseum.org 413.323.6573 info@StoneHouseMuseum.org

Membership is very affordable and we need your help to support the preservation and promotion of our community’s heritage. Membership donations, business sponsorships and our successful fundraising events enable us to care for the Stone House Museum, its collections, exhibits, and programs, ensuring that Belchertown’s history will be preserved for future generations.