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SUMMARY:Trailblazers in Care: Women in Medicine and Public Health in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Trailblazers in Care: Women in Medicine and Public Health in Springfield \n\nJoin us for a fascinating program exploring the stories of pioneering women who reshaped medicine and public health in Western MA.\n\n\n\nThis Women’s History Month\, join us for a fascinating program exploring the stories of pioneering women who reshaped medicine and public health in Springfield and Western Massachusetts. \nLearn about Dr. Seraph Frissell\, one of the first women admitted to the Massachusetts Medical Society and a Springfield physician whose medical writings challenged convention\, and Dr. Mary Phylinda Dole\, a trailblazing “country doctor” who became the first female physician at Franklin County Public Hospital and devoted her career to opening doors for women in medicine. We’ll also place their achievements in the broader context of women’s medical leadership across Massachusetts\, from early public health advocacy to groundbreaking nursing education. \nThrough their lives\, we’ll discover how women challenged barriers\, advanced healthcare\, and left a legacy that continues to shape our communities today. This event will be on March 19 at pm. Please register here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThe lecture will be presented by Dr. Kate Benson. Dr. Benson is the award-winning author of Hospital Hill and its companion novel\, Shadows in the Ward. She is also the author of Behind the Walls\, a volume on the history of insane asylums in institutions in New England. She is a special education teacher and architectural photographer who leads a lecture series on the history of mental illness and its treatment. She is currently hard at work on a number of asylum projects. She is also the owner of Otherwords Press\, an independent publishing imprint representing authors from all over the world. Kate is a former Springfield Preservation Trust board member and lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband\, her beagle\, and a very feisty cat. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org. \nPlease register here.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/trailblazers-in-care-women-in-medicine-and-public-health-in-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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SUMMARY:SPT Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Springfield Preservation Trust\, on March 1st at 1:00pm\, for the SPT Annual Meeting\, at Christ Church Cathedral\, at 35 Chestnut Street.\n\nThe 2026 Annual Meeting will feature an overview of the past year\, the election of the board of directors\, the release of the 2025 Annual Report\, a look at the year to come\, a Community Preservation Act update\, and announcement of the 2026 Most Endangered Historic Resources List.\n\nThe meeting will conclude with a brief development update by guest keynote speaker Steve Jablonski\, Principal Architect of Jablonski DeVriese Architects\, architect for 7-9 Stockbridge Street. The meeting will be open to SPT members and the public.\n\nProgramming will include: – Election of the 2026 Board of Directors– Introduction of the 2026 Most Endangered Historic Resources List– The Year in Review– The Year Ahead– A brief development update by Steve Jablonski\, Principal Architect of Jablonski DeVriese Architects\, architect for 7-9 Stockbridge Street.\n\nProgramming is expected to last about 75 minutes.\n\nPlease email info@springfieldpreservation.org to reserve your spot(s) by February 26th.\n\n\nParking \nParking will be available at Christ Church Cathedral\, Springfield Museums\, and street parking on Chestnut Street.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/spt-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, 35 Chestnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Storybook Architecture: A Review of Fairytale-Inspired American Homes
DESCRIPTION:Storybook Architecture: A Review of Fairytale-Inspired American Homes \nStorybook architecture–a whimsical\, fairytale-inspired style characterized by playful\, exaggerated elements–emerged in Southern California in the 1920s. The lecture will look at examples there and across the country. This lecture will take place on February 19\, 2026\, at 7:00pm. Please register here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter:  \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. Please register here. \nThis lecture will be presented by Bob McCarroll. He has been a significant force for the preservation of Springfield’s historic properties since the mid-1970s\, when he was part of the reactivation of the Springfield Preservation Trust into an advocacy organization. Between 1972 and 2002\, he worked in the Springfield Planning Department\, where he helped create five of the early local historic districts. Now retired\, Bob served for 11 years on the Springfield Historical Commission and has served on the Springfield Community Preservation Committee since its formation in 2017. Bob has served for more than 45 years on the board of the Springfield Preservation Trust\, where he has organized house tours\, worked on self-guided walking tour brochures\, and applied for and coordinated grant work at 77 Maple Street. Bob is a long-time resident of the Mattoon Street Historic District and coordinates the annual Mattoon Street Arts Festival\, the region’s oldest arts and crafts show. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of William and Mary and a Master of City and Regional Planning degree from Rutgers University.Bob is a recipient of the 2016 Massachusetts Historical Commission Preservation Awards Local Preservationist Award\, the 2018 Preservation Massachusetts K. Julie McCarthy Community Spirit Award\, the 2018 Order of William Pynchon Award\, and the 2024 Mass History Alliance Bay State Legacy Award.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/storybook-architecture-a-review-of-fairytale-inspired-american-homes/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Virtual Lecture
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SUMMARY:Festive in Flannel—2026 Winter Fundraiser for Historic Preservation
DESCRIPTION:Festive in Flannel—2026 Winter Fundraiser for Historic Preservation\n\nCelebrate this winter season at the stately Tudor Revival Edward Coats House in historic McKnight. Festive flannel attire encouraged!\n\n\n\nThe Springfield Preservation Trust’s 2025 Winter Fundraiser—with the theme “Fireside in Flannel”—will be held at the circa 1899 Edward Coats House\, the stately Tudor Revival mansion at 1090 Worthington Street\, courtesy of homeowners and hosts Jesse and Emila Lederman. \nThe event\, taking place on February 1\, 2025\, at 1:00pm\, will feature music\, hors d’oeuvres\, wine\, beverages\, a silent auction\, 50/50 raffle\, and a historic home tour of the mansion. Purchase tickets here. \nStep inside the Edward Coats House and settle into a scene straight out of the late Victorian era—where the glow of winter lights dances across dark wood paneling and leaded glass. Guests are invited to dress festive in flannel—layered with woolen scarves\, soft knitwear\, tweed\, or velvet\, blending modern comfort with turn-of-the-century charm. Imagine the gentle hum of conversation filling the rooms\, much as it might have in 1899 when the home first welcomed winter callers. Whether wrapped in plaid\, fleece\, or tweed\, attendees can bask in the home’s historic warmth and enjoy ambient respite befitting a grand Tudor Revival winter gathering. \nSupport the Springfield Preservation Trust in its mission to preserve and protect properties in Springfield\, Massachusetts which have architectural\, historic\, educational\, or general cultural significance—including properties such as this one!—by attending our Annual Winter Fundraiser this year! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHome History \nThis house with Tudor Revival and Colonial Revival details was designed by architect G. Wood Taylor\, son-in-law of William McKnight\, who developed much of the neighborhood with his brother John. Taylor designed houses also in Forest Park Heights and Ridgewood. The first owner of this home was E. M. Coats\, a liquor distributor. \nAbout the Architect \nThe Edward Coats House was designed by G. Wood Taylor\, a prominent Springfield architect around the turn of the 20th century. Taylor was active in designing many upscale residences in Springfield—especially in the Forest Park and McKnight neighborhoods—often blending popular revival styles like Tudor Revival and Colonial Revival that were fashionable among well-to-do clients of the era. \nTaylor’s work was recognized regionally\, with some of his designs appearing in period architectural publications\, reflecting the craftsmanship and stylistic trends of the late Victorian into early Edwardian periods. \nAbout the Neighborhood \n\n\n\n\n\nThe house sits within the McKnight National Historic District\, one of America’s first planned residential neighborhoods\, developed beginning in the 1870s. McKnight\, and the adjacent Forest Park Heights area\, became a showcase for high-style homes in a variety of architectural languages—Colonial\, Tudor\, Queen Anne\, Shingle\, and more—constructed for influential local professionals during Springfield’s economic growth around the turn of the century. \nArchitectural Significance \nAs a residence with both Tudor Revival and Colonial Revival details\, the Edward Coats House exemplifies the eclectic approach of the period\, when architects combined historic European influences (steep gables\, half-timbering of Tudor style) with refined classical elements (symmetry\, columns\, and classical ornament from Colonial Revival sources). These stylistic choices were meant to convey both historic pedigree and modern fashionable taste at the time the home was built. \nOriginal Owner \nThe first owner\, E. M. Coats\, was a successful liquor distributor—a profession that\, at the time\, would have placed him well among Springfield’s thriving commercial class who commissioned distinguished homes as social and economic symbols in growing neighborhoods like McKnight. While specific details of Coats’s life and activities are less documented online than larger public figures of the era\, his ability to commission such a residence underscores the prosperity of certain trades in late 19th-century Springfield. \nJoin Us at the Winter Fundraiser! \nThe Trust looks forward to hosting its annual winter fundraiser at this home and is grateful for Jesse & Emila Lederman for opening it up to us in support of our mission to protect\, preserve\, and promote historic properties of Springfield. Purchase tickets here.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/festive-in-flannel-2026-winter-fundraiser-for-historic-preservation/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community Event,House Tours & Parties
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SUMMARY:Lost & Reused Springfield: Wins & Losses for Historic Springfield Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Lost & Reused Springfield: Wins & Losses for Historic Springfield Architecture \nLearn about historic Springfield buildings which have been lost to demolition or neglect—or saved by preservation and reuse. Join presenters Jayden Bermudez and Jim Boone in this digital lecture which overviews some of Springfield’s most iconic properties—whether Lost or Reused—and their journeys from original use to current fate. Buildings will include beautiful mansions\, civic buildings\, schools\, and more. Come learn about the architecture which made Springfield “the City of Homes” and the “City of Firsts.”\n\nThe presentation will be followed by a Q&A session\, where attendees are encouraged to bring their questions about historic preservation and architecture in Springfield. This event will be on January 15\, 2026\, at 7:00pm. Please register through here. \nAbout The Lecture Series and Presenter:  \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Donald Courtemanche Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library\, and generously underwritten by Bob McCarroll. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThis lecture will be co-presented by Jayden Bermudez and Jim Boone:  \n\nJayden Bermudez served as the Educational Programming & Instructional Intern for the Springfield Preservation Trust in 2025. He is currently studying to become a Secondary Education teacher with a double major in History and English at Springfield Technical Community College. \nJim Boone has been on the board of the SPT since 1977. He is a retired school counselor who worked with special needs students and retired 30-year realtor\, who specialized in historic houses. He lives in Springfield’s McKnight Historic District\, where he has been a resident since 1976\, restoring three homes. Jim has written and lectured about house restoration\, Springfield\, and McKnight District history; overseen restoration of five SPT house projects; and is a docent at the Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History. Jim is also on the board of Vinalhaven Land Trust\, where he has served for 15 years\, organizing summer programs and lectures. He has previously served on the Springfield Historical Commission.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/lost-reused-springfield-wins-losses-for-historic-springfield-architecture/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Virtual Lecture
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SUMMARY:Free Springfield Museums Admissions for SPT Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Free admissions to the Springfield Museums is available to all Springfield Preservation Trust members on Saturday\, January 10th and Sunday\, January 11th. Visit the Museums during “SPT Weekend” to take advantage of free admissions to all five museums on campus!\nWhile you’re there\, visit the Springfield Preservation Trust exhibit at the Wood Museum of Springfield History. 
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/free-springfield-museums-admissions-for-spt-weekend/
LOCATION:Springfield Museums\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T150000
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SUMMARY:“Voices from the Grave” Cemetery Tour 2025
DESCRIPTION:Learn about important figures in Springfield history at the annual “Voices from the Grave” historic cemetery tour. Hosted by the Springfield Preservation Trust and developed by SPT Secretary Michael Stevens\, the tour is an hour-long experience through Springfield Cemetery. It is led by docents who take visitors on a tour to graves of interesting cemetery residents\, where costumed interpreters speak about each person of intrigue.\n\nHour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street.  \n\n\n\n\nTickets are $20 for Springfield Preservation Trust members\, and $25 for non-members. (Use the “SPTMember” promo code to receive $5 off per ticket.) Please enter through the Maple Street entrance and check in at the registration table 5-10 minutes before your tour. This event is held rain or shine! \n\n\n\n\n\nHour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes\, on October 20 starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-cemetery-tour-2025/
LOCATION:Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Made in Springfield: Places & People of Springfield's Industrial Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Explore downtown Springfield and learn about the places and people who invented and created in Springfield in its industrial heyday. \nSpringfield is the home of the first gas powered automobile\, the monkey wrench\, basketball… and so much more. Come see what made Springfield the center of innovation in the late 19th Century\, and examined the geographies and buildings where it all began. \nThe tour departs from the Springfield Museums Welcome Center at 10:30am. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members\, and is $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite\, or in cash or check at the outset of the tour. \nThis tour is part of the Second Saturday Tours series\, which explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout the Tour Guide \nErica Swallow is president of the Springfield Preservation Trust board of directors. She also serves as a Springfield Museums Advancement Committee member and Forest Park Civic Association board member\, and is a local REALTOR®. She holds an MBA from MIT Sloan and other degrees from NYU Stern and Simmons University\, with nearly two decades of marketing experience in the fields of technology and education. Raised in Arkansas and educated in New York and Boston\, she chose Springfield as home out of love for its deep history\, cultural diversity\, and progressive energy. She has served on several Springfield City Council committees and is proud and honored to live in the Forest Park Historic District. She is the mother of two cats. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/made-in-springfield-places-people-of-springfields-industrial-legacy/
LOCATION:Springfield Museums\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Springfield Armory: Hill Shops Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walking tour of the historic Hill Shops at the Springfield Armory\, with Springfield Armory National Historic Site staff member and tour guide Carl Steele. Learn about the unique architecture around the green and what the buildings were used for when the Armory was in operation. \nThis is your opportunity to visit the Springfield Armory National Historic Site that commemorates the role of the nation’s first armory by preserving and interpreting the world’s largest historic U.S. military small arms collection\, along with historic archives\, buildings and landscape. Learn more about the Armory at: https://www.nps.gov/spar \nThe tour departs from the Springfield Armory. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members\, and is $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite\, or in cash or check at the outset of the tour. \nThe Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-armory-hill-shops-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Springfield Armory National Historic Site\, 1 Armory St #2\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser\n \nJoin us for the Springfield Preservation Trust’s Annual Garden Party Fundraiser\, featuring a historic tour\, opera performance\, Victorian era music\, a silent auction\, hors d’oeuvres\, and a lush formal garden setting at The Carriage House at the Barney Estate. This event will take place on August 24 at 1pm. Tickets are $40 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Garden Club members and $50 for non-members\, and can be purchased online via Eventbrite. \nPurchase Tickets Here \nHighlighting work by the Springfield Garden Club and the Springfield Department of Public Parks\, the event features floral and garden designs fit for Victorian era garden strolls—Carriage House plantings information will be provided for those interested in how the Garden Club and Parks Department curate the estate’s gardens and planters. \nTake a stroll through history as well\, with a tour of the historic Carriage House\, including the second level\, which among other gems\, features Mr. Everett Barney’s office\, including a restored pastoral mural and a grandfather clock which has stood on the property since the Barney’s ownership. \nFinally\, hear youth artist Baillie DiStefano in an operatic performance in the Carriage House ballroom\, as she performs “Deh\, vieni\, non tardar\,” from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Le Nozze di Figaro”. \nSummer florals and fauna-inspired patterns encouraged\, to celebrate the “Flora & Fauna: A Forest Park Garden Party Fundraiser” theme! \nBountiful hors d’oeuvres will be served\, and historic and contemporary items and experiences will be featured in the silent auction. Cash bar available for libations. \nParking is off of Route 5 \n \n\n\nAbout the Carriage House & Gardens \nThe Carriage House at the Barney Estate was built in 1883\, alongside Pecousic Villa\, the towering mansion of Everett Barney\, a local ice skate manufacturer who owned much of what is now the western section of the park\, accounting for 175 acres. Pecousic Village was devastatingly demolished in the 1950s for the construction of Interstate 91\, but the Carriage House stands the test of time\, along with Barney’s well-landscaped grounds\, including ponds\, fountains\, a waterfall\, bridges\, and a network of paths. \nThe Carriage House sits snuggly within Forest Park—at 735 acres\, it is one of the largest municipal parks in the country. The park was established in 1884\, when Orrick H. Greenleaf—one of the city’s park commissioners—donated 65 acres of land on the south side of Sumner Avenue. The city accepted this offer in 1884\, and soon allocated funding for acquiring additional land adjacent to this property. This marked the start of Forest Park\, which would steadily grow with further donations—including the largest donation by Barney Everett—and land acquisitions throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. \nThe Springfield Union\, one of the city’s newspapers\, praised Barney for his landscaping work in his obituary in 1916\, writing: \n“Forest Park is Springfield’s great breathing ground\, and a trip there always includes a visit to Barney’s front yard. There he showed his passionate love for nature and that he was an expert horticulturalist. He planted there rare shrubs and trees from Europe\, Egypt\, China\, Japan and India\, and there he planned and maintained lily ponds containing nearly all varieties of lilies. There\, too\, he maintained a lotus pond. Mr. Barney’s nature was a restless\, untiring one\, and he changed his lawns and flower gardens frequently. His taste ran strongly to mathematical arrangement of flower beds and shrubs\, and one is constantly startled by coming suddenly on a stone deer or other piece of statuary.” \nToday\, The Carriage House is a frequent wedding and events venue\, and is home to the Springfield Garden Club\, which manages the plantings and gardens around the structure. \nSome historical excerpts from Lost New England & the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. \n\n\n\n\nSupport the Springfield Preservation Trust in its mission to preserve and protect properties in Springfield\, Massachusetts which have architectural\, historic\, educational\, or general cultural significance—including properties such as this one!—by attending our Annual Garden Party Fundraiser this year! \nTickets are $40 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Garden Club members and $50 for non-members\, and can be purchased online via Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto above: Performer Baillie DiStefano (right) performs in opera Acis and Galatea. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Guest Performer Baillie DiStefano \nWe are honored to have youth artist Baillie DiStefano performing with us at the event. Baillie will be performing “Deh\, vieni\, non tardar” (from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Le Nozze di Figaro”). \nAmong notable performances\, Baillie has performed as Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” and was a choir member for the “Final Fantasy: Distant Worlds” show at The Bushnell\, with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. She was also recently an ensemble member for opera Acis and Galatea while also serving as understudy for the part of Damon in that opera. She has also performed as a supporting vocalist with Grammy-winning artist Mr. G at multiple festivals and shows\, including the Green River Music Festival. \nBaillie was honored as a Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts’ 18 Under 18 recipient in 2023. She attended the Springfield Conservatory of the Arts and New England Music Camp for summers. She currently attends the University of Hartford\, double majoring in vocal performance and music education. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit its website at springfieldpreservation.org. \nAbout the Springfield Garden Club \nOrganized in 1917 and federated in 1928\, the Springfield Garden Club is “rooted in the past and still growing with a mission to create interest in the art of gardening\, stimulate the promotion of civic beauty through horticulture and conservation\, and encourage the appreciation of the visual art of designing with plant material. The club is a proud member of National Garden Clubs\, New England Garden Clubs\, Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts\, and Tower Hill Botanic Garden. To learn more\, visit its website at: springfieldgardenclubma.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/flora-fauna-historic-carriage-house-tour-garden-party-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Carriage House at the Barney Estate\, Route 5\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,House Tours & Parties
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
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SUMMARY:Rushville: Springfield’s Oldest Craftsman Neighborhood (A Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:The early 20th century saw the rise of the Craftsman style architecture. It grew out of the Arts & Crafts movement\, a reaction to the ornate styles and decor of the Victorian era. Its arrival in Springfield coincided with a building boom in single-family houses in neighborhoods such as Pine Point\, Forest Park\, Liberty Heights\, and East Springfield. The popularity of Craftsman homes also occurred at the same time as use of concrete block for foundations and sometimes for entire houses. \nThe tour will focus on some of the earliest and more unusual Craftsman houses in Springfield. It will leave from the corner of Berkshire Avenue and Dewey Street. On-Street parking is available on Dewey\, Hobson\, and Elizabeth Streets. \nThe Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout the Tour Guide \nBob McCarroll has been a significant force for the preservation of Springfield’s historic properties since the mid-1970s\, when he was part of the reactivation of the Springfield Preservation Trust into an advocacy organization. \nBetween 1972 and 2002\, he worked in the Springfield Planning Department\, where he helped create five of the early local historic districts. Now retired\, Bob served for 11 years on the Springfield Historical Commission and has served on the Springfield Community Preservation Committee since its formation in 2017. Bob has served for more than 45 years on the board of the Springfield Preservation Trust\, where he has organized house tours\, worked on self-guided walking tour brochures\, and applied for and coordinated grant work at 77 Maple Street. Bob is a long-time resident of the Mattoon Street Historic District and coordinates the annual Mattoon Street Arts Festival\, the region’s oldest arts and crafts show. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of William and Mary and a Master of City and Regional Planning degree from Rutgers University. \nBob is a recipient of the 2016 Massachusetts Historical Commission Preservation Awards Local Preservationist Award\, the 2018 Preservation Massachusetts K. Julie McCarthy Community Spirit Award\, the 2018 Order of William Pynchon Award\, and the 2024 Mass History Alliance Bay State Legacy Award. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/rushville-springfields-oldest-craftsman-neighborhood-a-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250712T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250427T222639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T222639Z
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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad: Springfield’s Contributions to Emancipation (Tour)
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the history of Springfield by visiting locations and meeting people who embody the perseverance\, ingenuity\, and resilience of some of the city’s early residents. The Underground Railroad\, a network of many people and places\, played a significant role in Springfield’s history\, making it a destination for freedom seekers and activists like Frederick Douglass\, Sojourner Truth\, and John Brown. \nThis walking tour departs from the Tower Square at 10:30am and ends at 12pm. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums & PAHMUSA members\, and $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite or at the tour’s outset. \nThe Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout PAHMUSA \nThis event is presented in partnership with the Pan African Historical Museum USA (PAHMUSA)\, a vital institution dedicated to connecting the African Diaspora to Springfield\, MA\, and its surrounding communities. Founded in 1995 by Lujuana Hood\, PAHMUSA is located in Tower Square (1500 Main Street) in Springfield\, MA. To learn more about its mission and exhibits\, visit pahmusa.org or follow them on Instagram at @pahmusa1619. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/underground-railroad-springfields-contributions-to-emancipation-tour/
LOCATION:Tower Square\, 1500 Main Street\, Springfield
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250622T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250522T013029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T002950Z
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SUMMARY:The Grand Homes of McKnight Historic District: A Historic Homes Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore restored Victorian gems on this self-guided tour through the storied residences of Springfield’s McKnight neighborhood. \nJoin us as the Springfield Preservation Trust proudly presents its beloved Annual Historic Homes Tour\, returning in 2025 with a spectacular focus on the grand\, storied residences of the McKnight Historic District—a neighborhood that quite literally gave Springfield its nickname: The City of Homes. \nFrom 1870 to 1910\, the McKnight neighborhood blossomed into Springfield’s first true suburban development\, and today remains New England’s largest collection of wood-frame Victorian homes. Recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Local Historic District\, McKnight stands as a living testament to an era of craftsmanship\, charm\, and architectural ambition. \nPurchase tickets on Eventbrite. \nPresented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, this rare opportunity grants interior access to a curated selection of homes that have long captivated passersby. If you’ve ever admired these elegant facades from the sidewalk\, now is your moment to cross the threshold and experience the intricate woodwork\, vintage details\, and timeless charm that lies within. Don’t miss this immersive journey into Springfield’s architectural past—where every doorway tells a story. \nThis year’s self-guided tour offers rare interior access to some of the most stunning and meticulously restored homes in the district. These aren’t just beautiful facades you’ve admired from afar—now\, you’re invited to step inside and discover the hand-carved woodwork\, vibrant period details\, and the rich character that makes each home a masterpiece. \nMany of these homes underwent passionate restorations during the Victorian revival of the 1970s\, with homeowners honoring the original architecture and decorating interiors to reflect the elegance and spirit of the late 19th century. On this tour\, you’ll witness the very best of those efforts—a celebration of authenticity\, artistry\, and reverence for the past. \n🎟️ Tickets are $30 for non-members and $20 for members and include a detailed tour map with historical notes for each home. All homes are located within a three-block radius\, making the experience an easy\, scenic walk through tree-lined streets and timeless beauty. Tickets can be picked up at Thompson Triangle (the park in the triangle between St. James Avenue\, Worthington Street\, and Clarendon Street.) Ticketing opens at 12:45pm. Doors open at 1:00pm. Remember to check in with your tickets by 2:00pm at Thompson Triangle or buy tickets in person by 2pm on June 22. Street parking at Ingersoll Grove or Florida Street. \n✨ Whether you’re a preservation enthusiast\, an admirer of fine architecture\, or simply curious to peek behind the doors of Springfield’s most iconic homes\, this is your chance to wander\, wonder\, and be transported. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/mcknight-historic-homes-tour/
LOCATION:Thompson Triangle\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:House Tours & Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250427T222304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T222304Z
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SUMMARY:Springfield’s Lost Riverfront (A Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the historic Springfield riverfront\, including histories of the bridges\, steamboat access\, buildings\, and even the sewage system. \nDerek Strahan will be leading the Second Saturday Tours series on June 14th at 10:30am. It will start at Riverfront Park\, at the parking lot directly across from the end of State Street. The Springfield Preservation Trust walking tours this season are sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nThis walking tour departs from the Riverfront Park at 10:30am and ends at 12pm. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite or at the tour’s outset. \nThe Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout the Tour Guide \nDerek Strahan is a former board member and former chair of the Educational Programming committee at the Springfield Preservation Trust\, which is focused on protecting\, preserving\, and promoting historic properties in Springfield. He was on the board from 2017-2024 and served as president of the nonprofit from 2019 to 2023. He leads historic walking tours of Springfield\, presents lectures about Springfield’s history\, and has also been a costumed interpreter at several of the organization’s annual “Voices of the Grave” cemetery tours. Aside from his work with the Trust\, Strahan also runs the local history website LostNewEngland.com\, and he is the author of “Lost Springfield\, Massachusetts” and “New England Then and Now\,” and is the host of the Western Mass History podcast. Derek has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Bachelor of Science degree in Regional Planning from Westfield State University\, and currently serves as a land use and environmental planner at the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. He and his wife Melissa are proud owners of a circa 1760 farmhouse\, where they are raising their two young sons. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-lost-riverfront-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250531T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250528T161126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T162230Z
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SUMMARY:The 17th Annual McKnight Block Party
DESCRIPTION:The 17th Annual McKnight Block Party will take place on Saturday\, May 31\, from 12-5 pm. This event will take place at the Thompson Triangle\, located at the corner of Worthington St and Saint James Ave. The Springfield Preservation Trust will be on hand with Historical Displays\, Walking Tour brochures\, information about the McKnight Historic House Tour on June 22\, and a raffle to win free tickets. Atlas maps of McKnight from 1882 and 1899 will be on display\, as well as pictures of McKnight Houses that have received preservation awards. This display is dependent on the weather. Trust Board members Jim Boone\, Bob McCarroll\, and Michael Stevens will be there to answer your questions and engage in discussions about our local history.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/the-17th-annual-mcknight-block-party/
LOCATION:Thompson Triangle\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250507T131737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T132008Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Grave: Heroes of the American Revolution\, an MA250 Event
DESCRIPTION:Honor the legacy of the American Revolution and Springfield’s contribution at war and on the homefront\, by joining us at our commemorative “Voices from the Grave: Heroes of the American Revolution” cemetery tour at Springfield Cemetery\, on Sunday\, May 18\, 2025. \nSeven historical residents will be featured on the tour\, including John Bryant III (1742-1816)\, first Armory Superintendent\, who lost his arm in battle; Hannah Mason Bryant (1756-1829)\, who sewed flannel cartridges for the Continental army; Nathaniel Brewer (1711-1809)\, Deacon of First Church for 53 years\, and a joiner by trade; and Susan Freedom (1784-1803)\, a Black indentured servant whose name poignantly symbolizes the struggle for freedom and identity among African Americans in the post-Revolutionary War era. \nJoin the tour to see who else from Springfield’s revolutionary history will be highlighted! This tour will highlight the oldest gravestones and residents ever featured on the “Voices from the Grave” tours\, ongoing for more than a decade. \nHosted by the Springfield Preservation Trust and developed by historian Derek Strahan and SPT Secretary Michael Stevens\, the “Heroes of the American Revolution” tour is an hour-long experience through Springfield Cemetery. It is led by docents who take visitors on a tour to graves of interesting cemetery residents\, where costumed interpreters speak about each person of intrigue. \nPurchase tickets through Eventbrite. Hour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street. Tickets are $20 for Springfield Preservation Trust members\, and $25 for non-members. (Use promo code “SPTMember” if you are a Trust member\, for the $5 discount.) This event is held rain or shine! \nThis event is supported by a Massachusetts 250 grant\, administered by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) within the Executive Office of Economic Development\, in celebration of the American Revolution’s 250th Anniversary. Thank you\, MOTT!
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/voices-from-the-grave-heroes-of-the-american-revolution-an-ma250-event/
LOCATION:Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250205T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T230833Z
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SUMMARY:Springfield Central Library: An Architectural & Historical Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an all-access\, interior and exterior tour of the Springfield Central Library building at 220 State Street! This 1912 building\, funded by Andrew Carnegie and the citizens of Springfield\, is an important part of the downtown Springfield landscape and a contributor to the Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District. \n\nThe tour is part of the Second Saturday Walking Tour series and will feature a full tour of the building interior\, including the fourth floor\, historical insights while circling the building’s exterior\, and a brief history on the development of the Quadrangle. Along the tour\, you’ll gain knowledge of the history of libraries in Springfield and the architecture of the Central Library building. Additionally\, the tour will showcase how historical buildings adapt to modern usage. Included on the tour is an up-close look at the Rotunda which features open books and the bust of Athena. \nThis walking tour departs from the Springfield Museums’ Welcome Center at 10:30am and ends at 12:00pm. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members and $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite. \nThe Second Saturday Walking Tour series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.\n\nAbout the Tour Guide\nMaggie Keane (she/her) is a reference librarian at the Springfield City Library. Growing up in Holyoke\, she has always been interested in local history from hearing family stories about Mountain Park to going to museums in the area. Nowadays you can find her at the Springfield Central Library running programs\, helping folks with local history requests\, and spouting fun facts about the building to all those interested.\n\nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust\nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-central-library-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Springfield Museums\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250205T170610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T170610Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Preservation Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Springfield Preservation Trust Preservation Awards honor the people and organizations that are helping to restore historic structures in Springfield. Every year\, the Trust showcases exemplary properties that represent the best historic preservation in Springfield over the previous year. Preservation Awards are commonly given to properties that have restored the historic look of a building by removing inappropriate siding\, repairing or replicating original details\, or generally bringing back a building that was in disrepair.\n\nJoin us for the 2025 Preservation Awards\, taking place at 52 Sumner\, the city’s newest venue for the arts\, including live music and other entertainment at the old church at 52 Sumner Avenue\, Springfield. The owners of 52 Sumner\, Springfield Performing Arts Venture\, won a 2024 Preservation Award for restoration of this 1912 Gothic Revival style former church which underwent interior renovation and adaptive reuse. \nThis awards ceremony is part of the Trust’s festivities in celebration of Preservation Month\, designated each May by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to raise awareness about the enormous impact historic preservation has in protecting and enhancing our neighborhoods and communities.\n\nA cash bar and snacks for purchase will be available. Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/2025-preservation-awards/
LOCATION:52 Sumner\, 52 Sumner Ave\, Springfield\, MA\, 01108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20241202T013003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T163640Z
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SUMMARY:Springfield’s Literary Legacy: Celebrating Famous Authors and Literary Landmarks (Virtual Lecture)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Springfield’s literary legacy through its famous authors and literary landmarks in this virtual lecture by Dr. Kate Benson. \nDiscover the rich literary history of Springfield\, Massachusetts in this online lecture with Dr. Kate Benson. Known as the birthplace of renowned authors such as Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel)\, whose whimsical stories captivated readers worldwide\, Springfield boasts a legacy of creativity and storytelling. Learn about William Pynchon\, the city’s founder and one of the earliest authors in American history\, whose controversial book The Meritorious Price of Our Redemption left an indelible mark on early colonial literature and modern authors like Springfield natives Robert B. Parker and journalist Samuel Bowles. \nThis lecture will also explore iconic literary landmarks such as Johnson’s Bookstore and the offices of Merriam Webster\, the oldest dictionary publisher in the United States. We’ll dive into the significance of the Springfield City Library\, a historical establishment that has supported the intellectual growth of the city for centuries\, and touch on Springfield’s connection to the development of American publishing. \nPerfect for literature enthusiasts\, history buffs\, and educators\, this session offers a window into how Springfield shaped and was shaped by its literary greats and cultural institutions. Join us on March 13th at 7:00pm to celebrate the stories\, authors\, and establishments that make Springfield a true literary treasure. \nAbout the Lecture Series & Presenter \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThe lecture will be presented by Dr. Kate Benson. Dr. Benson is the award-winning author of Hospital Hill and its companion novel\, Shadows in the Ward. She is also the author of Behind the Walls\, a volume on the history of insane asylums in institutions in New England. She is a special education teacher and architectural photographer who leads a lecture series on the history of mental illness and its treatment. She is currently hard at work on a number of asylum projects. She is also the owner of Otherwords Press\, an independent publishing imprint representing authors from all over the world. Kate is a former Springfield Preservation Trust board member and lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband\, her beagle\, and a very feisty cat. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/literary-legacy-springfield-massachusetts/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250311T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250311T002204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T002204Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Grave: Heroes of the American Revolution\, an MA250 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Honor the legacy of the American Revolution and Springfield’s contribution at war and on the homefront\, by joining us at our commemorative “Voices from the Grave: Heroes of the American Revolution” cemetery tour at Springfield Cemetery\, on May 18\, 2025. \nSeven historical residents will be featured on the tour\, including John Bryant III (1742-1816)\, first Armory Superintendent\, who lost his arm in battle; Hannah Mason Bryant (1756-1829)\, who sewed flannel cartridges for the Continental army; Nathaniel Brewer (1711-1809)\, Deacon of First Church for 53 years\, and a joiner by trade; and Susan Freedom (1784-1803)\, a Black indentured servant whose name poignantly symbolizes the struggle for freedom and identity among African Americans in the post-Revolutionary War era.  \nJoin the tour to see who else from Springfield’s revolutionary history will be highlighted! This tour will highlight the oldest gravestones and residents ever featured on the “Voices from the Grave” tours\, ongoing for more than a decade.\n\nHosted by the Springfield Preservation Trust and developed by historian Derek Strahan and SPT Secretary Michael Stevens\, the “Heroes of the American Revolution” tour is an hour-long experience through Springfield Cemetery. It is led by docents who take visitors on a tour to graves of interesting cemetery residents\, where costumed interpreters speak about each person of intrigue.\n\nHour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street. Tickets are $20 for Springfield Preservation Trust members\, and $25 for non-members. This event is held rain or shine! \nThis event is supported by a Massachusetts 250 Grant\, administered by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) within the Executive Office of Economic Development\, in celebration of the American Revolution’s 250th Anniversary. Thank you\, MOTT!
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/american-revolution-cemetery-tour-ma250/
LOCATION:Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250302T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250302T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20250205T173905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T173905Z
UID:4226-1740920400-1740925800@springfieldpreservation.org
SUMMARY:2025 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Springfield Preservation Trust\, on March 2nd at 1:00pm\, for the 2025 Annual Meeting\, at Student Prince\, at 8 Fort Street. \nThe 2025 Annual Meeting will feature an overview of the past year\, the election of the board of directors\, the release of the 2024 Annual Report\, a look at the year to come\, a Community Preservation Act update\, and announcement of the 2025 Most Endangered Historic Resources List. \nThe meeting will conclude with a brief development update by guest speaker Ed Woodbury​​​​\, president of McCaffery Interests\, preferred developer for the Main Street and Convention District Development including the Clock Tower Building\, Colonial Block\, and 11-21 Stockbridge Street. \nThe meeting will be open to SPT members and the public. \nProgramming will include: \n\nElection of the 2025 Board of Directors\nIntroduction of the 2025 Most Endangered Historic Resources List\nCommunity Preservation Act update\nThe Year in Review\nThe Year Ahead\nA brief development update by Ed Woodbury\, ​​​​ President of McCaffery Interests\, about the firm’s downtown redevelopment projects\n\nProgramming is expected to last about 75 minutes. \nPlease email info@springfieldpreservation.org to reserve your spot(s) by February 26th. \nMetered parking is free on Sundays—find a free metered parking spot or park in the Hampden Street parking lot that crosses Fort Street. (Lot entrances are on Hampden & Fort Streets.)
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/2025-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Student Prince\, 9 Fort Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234726
CREATED:20241202T020222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T163647Z
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SUMMARY:50+ Years of Historic Preservation in Springfield: History of the Springfield Preservation Trust (Virtual Lecture)
DESCRIPTION:Springfield is the “City of Homes” and “City of Firsts\,” a treasure worth protecting. As the only non-profit/non-government advocate group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Springfield Preservation Trust has been active in Springfield since 1972. Through Advocacy\, Restoration\, and Community Engagement\, the Trust has done its part in ensuring Springfield’s architectural and historical assets have been preserved and the public educated about the importance of our history and built environment. Join this virtual lecture on February 13th at 7:00pm to learn about the history of the Springfield Preservation Trust\, alongside the historic preservation history of the great city of Springfield.\n\nAbout the Lecture Series & Presenter\nThis virtual lecture is part of the Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page.\n\nThe lecture will be presented by Jim Boone. Jim Boone has been on the Trust board of the SPT since 1977. He is a retired school counselor who worked with special needs students and a retired 30-year realtor\, who specialized in historic houses. He lives in Springfield’s McKnight Historic District\, where he has been a resident since 1976\, restoring three homes. Jim has written and lectured about house restoration\, Springfield\, and McKnight District history; overseen restoration of five SPT house projects; and is a docent at the Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History. Jim is also on the board of Vinalhaven Land Trust\, where he has served for 15 years\, organizing summer programs and lectures. He has previously served on the Springfield Historical Commission.\n\nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust\nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-preservation-trust-50-year-history/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250126T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250126T160000
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SUMMARY:A Victorian Winter Wonderland—2025 Winter Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate this winter season at Loomis-Wesson Mansion in a Victorian Winter Wonderland. Victorian-inspired attire encouraged but optional. \nThe Springfield Preservation Trust’s 2025 Winter Fundraiser—with the theme “A Victorian Winter Wonderland”—will be held at the Loomis-Wesson Mansion\, the stately high gothic Victorian at 220 Maple Street\, courtesy of homeowner and host Angelene Huang.  \nEnter the mansion… and travel back in time to the Victorian period. Victorian-inspired attire is encouraged but optional—think brightly colored waistcoats\, vests\, and puff ties on the masculine side\, or long skirts\, bonnets\, and shawls\, on the feminine side… like a Charles Dickens novel! \nThe event\, taking place on January 26\, 2025\, at 1:00pm\, will feature music\, hors d’oeuvres\, wine\, beverages\, a silent auction\, 50/50 raffle\, and a historic home tour of the mansion.  \nSupport the Springfield Preservation Trust in its mission to preserve and protect properties in Springfield\, Massachusetts which have architectural\, historic\, educational\, or general cultural significance—including properties such as this one!—by attending our Annual Winter Fundraiser this year! \nTickets are sold out for this event. \nIf you bought a ticket please park your car at 1 Ames Hill Drive and then walk to 220 Maple Street. Please provide the name of the person who bought the tickets when entering the event. \nPhotos courtesy of Seven Roads Real Estate Media
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/victorian-winter-wonderland-2025-winter-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Loomis-Wesson Mansion\, 220 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:House Tours & Parties
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SUMMARY:Deciphering Springfield Cemetery's Oldest Gravestones: Symbolism & Carvers (Virtual Lecture)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the old section of Springfield Cemetery and learn about its oldest gravestones\, the symbolism of their designs\, and who carved them. \nSpringfield Cemetery contains the oldest existing gravestones in the city\, including hundreds of stones that date to the 17th\, 18th\, and early 19th centuries. Most of these were produced by local stonecutters\, and their work reflects the changing styles of gravestone art and attitudes toward death during and immediately after the colonial period. Join local historian Derek Strahan via virtual lecture on January 9th at 7:00pm as he explores some of the highlights from the old section of Springfield Cemetery\, including an overview of the evolution of gravestone styles\, the symbolic meanings of the design elements\, as well as the identities of these local gravestone carvers.\n\nAbout the Lecture Series & Presenter \nThis virtual lecture is part of the Winter Lecture Series\, co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and Springfield City Library. The lecture will be streamed on the Springfield Preservation Trust Facebook Page. \nThe lecture will be presented by Derek Strahan. Derek Strahan is a board member and chair of the Educational Programming committee at the Springfield Preservation Trust\, which is focused on protecting\, preserving\, and promoting historic properties in Springfield. He has been on the board since 2017 and served as president of the nonprofit from 2019 to 2023. He regularly leads historic walking tours of Springfield\, presents lectures about Springfield’s history\, and has also been a costumed interpreter at several of the organization’s annual “Voices of the Grave” cemetery tours. Aside from his work with the Trust\, Strahan also runs the local history website LostNewEngland.com\, and he is the author of “Lost Springfield\, Massachusetts” and “New England Then and Now\,” and is the host of the Western Mass History podcast. Derek has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Bachelor of Science degree in Regional Planning from Westfield State University\, and currently serves as a land use and environmental planner at the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. He and his wife Melissa are proud owners of a circa 1760 farmhouse\, where they are raising their two young sons. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. To learn more\, visit our website at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-cemetery-oldest-gravestones-symbolism-carvers/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241020T130000
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SUMMARY:“Voices from the Grave” Cemetery Tour 2024
DESCRIPTION:Learn about important figures in Springfield history at the annual “Voices from the Grave” historic cemetery tour. Hosted by the Springfield Preservation Trust and developed by SPT Secretary Michael Stevens\, the tour is an hour-long experience through Springfield Cemetery. It is led by docents who take visitors on a tour to graves of interesting cemetery residents\, where costumed interpreters speak about each person of intrigue.\n\nHour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street.  \n\n\n\n\nTickets are $20 for Springfield Preservation Trust members\, and $25 for non-members. (Use the “SPTMember” promo code to receive $5 off per ticket.) Please enter through the Maple Street entrance and check in at the registration table 5-10 minutes before your tour. This event is held rain or shine! \n\n\n\n\n\nHour-long walking tours will depart every fifteen minutes\, on October 20 starting at 1:00PM at Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nThank you to our sponsors! \nTurnberg & Swallow Team | Coldwell Banker \nTurnkey Media \nFocus Springfield \nCrystal Miller Photography  \nSpringfield Cemetery & Crematory
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-cemetery-tour-2024/
LOCATION:Springfield Cemetery\, 171 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T120000
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SUMMARY:Springfield's Gilded Age: Art and Architecture from the City's Most Prosperous Period
DESCRIPTION:Join the Springfield Preservation Trust for a walk around downtown Springfield to explore the legacy of the City during the Gilded Age\, American’s most prosperous period. This tour will be guided by Westfield Athenaeum Executive Director Guy McLain and features art and architecture across Springfield’s metropolitan landscape.\n\nMark Twain described America in the late nineteenth century as a Gilded Age. And indeed\, the country experienced economic growth that hasn’t been matched before or since. But it wasn’t just a time for building new factories and businesses. A significant portion of the wealth created at this time was funneled into the arts. Museums\, libraries\, colleges\, orchestras\, and opera houses were established at a rate that seems astounding today. Springfield\, just 25 miles north of Twain’s home in Hartford\, was a perfect example of the prosperity that he was describing. During the Gilded Age\, Springfield citizens founded most of the cultural institutions\, monuments\, and civic buildings that still serve the city today. Also influencing art and architecture at this time was the City Beautiful Movement. This movement was dedicated to advocating for civic structures that would bring greater beauty and cohesion to American cities. Springfield fully embraced the principles of this movement\, and as a result\, some of the most beautiful buildings in the city today were products of this time. \n \nAbout the Tour Guide\nGuy McLain\, currently the Executive Director of the Westfield Athenaeum\, has been devoted to the preservation and dissemination of Western Massachusetts history for more than 40 years. Prior to his current appointment in Westfield he served on the staff of the University of Massachusetts Archives\, was the Special Collections Librarian and Archivist for the Springfield City Library\, and was the founding Director of the Wood Museum of Springfield History. He is the author of the Pioneer Valley: a Pictorial History (1991)\, and a novel titled Drawing Without an Eraser (2020). He has also published in the Historical Journal of Massachusetts and is the editor of the book Springfield Fights the Civil War.  \nThe Second Saturday Walking Tour series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums\, and generously sponsored by the Daboul Family Charitable Trust.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/gilded-age-art-architecture/
LOCATION:Springfield Museums\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240914T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240914T120000
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SUMMARY:Springfield Armory: The Nation’s First Armory (A Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:See the Springfield Armory National Historic Site that commemorates the role of the nation’s first armory by preserving and interpreting the world’s largest historic U.S. military small arms collection\, along with historic archives\, buildings and landscape.\n\nOn this tour\, attendees will explore the architectural details of buildings on the armory site\, including the Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) campus and Springfield Armory Museum. Attendees will also explore the Museum collection. \n\nLearn more about the Armory at: nps.gov/spar\n\nThe tour departs from the Springfield Armory. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members\, and is $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite\, or in cash or check at the outset of the tour. \nThe Second Saturday Walking Tour series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums\, and generously sponsored by the Daboul Family Charitable Trust.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-armory-the-nations-first-armory-a-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Springfield Armory National Historic Site\, 1 Armory St #2\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Linen & Lace: A French Provincial Garden Party Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Springfield Preservation Trust’s Annual Garden Party Fundraiser\, featuring music\, hors d’oeuvres\, wine\, beverages\, and a gorgeous formal garden setting at Le’ Chateau Douillett\, the bed and breakfast and events venue at 400 Maple Street\, courtesy of homeowner and host Cheryl Duyette. \nSummer linen and lace encouraged\, to celebrate the “Linen & Lace: A French Provincial Garden Party Fundraiser” theme! \nAbout the Home & Gardens \nBuilt in 1929\, 400 Maple Street is historically known as the Clarence Schoo House—the mansion is Springfield’s only example of a French Provincial house and was one of the last large homes to be built in what is now recognized as the Maple Hill Historic District. French Provincial style was popular in the period between the two world wars and is usually reserved for people of wealth. The grandeur of the home translates\, too\, to its formal gardens. \nNestled behind the grand chateau\, the home’s formal French Provincial garden is characterized by its symmetrical and geometric design\, meticulous layout\, and use of hedges\, topiaries\, statues\, and water features. In the heart of this garden stands a magnificent marble fountain\, a centerpiece exuding grace and grandeur. Carved with intricate detail\, water cascades from the fountain’s tiers into a pristine basin below\, creating a serene melody that intermingles with the garden’s tranquility. Bluestone pathways guide visitors through meticulously manicured lawns and immaculate parterres adorned with vibrantly colored flowers\, including roses\, irises\, wisteria\, hydrangeas\, tulips\, echinacea\, lavender\, and daisies\, among many more varieties. \n“The plantings of a French Provincial property are usually heavily weighted in evergreens as well as flowers that are blue\, purple and white\,” Duyette shares. She keeps a garden log book of plantings in the library\, tracking how various flora are performing on the estate. Stroll the grounds to see how many you can identify. \nThe garden epitomizes the elegance and precision associated with the French formal gardening style\, showcasing meticulous design elements and an exquisite balance between natural beauty and human craftsmanship. \nSupport the Springfield Preservation Trust in its mission to preserve and protect properties in Springfield\, Massachusetts which have architectural\, historic\, educational\, or general cultural significance—including properties such as this one!—by attending our Annual Garden Party Fundraiser this year! \nMore about this Historic Home \n400 Maple Street is two stories in height\, smoothly stuccoed and topped off with a slate\, hipped roof. The windows of the second story have fine\, wrought iron balconies\, and there are large patios in the front and rear of the house\, accessible via large French doors. The original owners were Clarence J. and Grace H. Schoo. Clarence came to Springfield in 1920 and founded the General Fibre Box Co. He was intimately involved with the Eastern States Exposition\, serving as a trustee since 1926. As a benefactor of Springfield College\, he gave the classroom-science building which was dedicated in 1963 as the Clarence and Grace School Hall. Mr. Schoo was a lifelong friend of professional golfer Bobby Jones\, with whom he was a founding member of the Augusta National Golf Club. He frequently played there with President Eisenhower\, who affectionately referred to Clarence as “Schooey.” \nThe house is set on an acre of land that is beautifully landscaped. This was formerly part of the John Ames estate and was separated for the construction of this house. It was built in 1929 from designs of Boston architect John Barnard\, at the cost of $45\,000.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/linen-lace-a-french-provincial-garden-party-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Le’ Chateau Douillett\, 400 Maple Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:House Tours & Parties
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240810T120000
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SUMMARY:Victorian Era Churches: A Downtown Springfield Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:See where Victorian era parishioners worshiped\, in this Victorian Era Churches in Downtown Springfield Second Saturday Walking Tour\, led by Bob McCarroll\, board member and officer-at-large. \nThe tour departs from the Springfield Museums Welcome Center and will stop at: \n\nThe former North Congregational Church\, designed by Henry Hobson Richardson\nSt. Michael’s Cathedral\, the oldest Catholic church in Springfield\nChrist Church Cathedral\, designed by Lord & Fuller of Boston\nSouth Congregational Church\, called one of the finest examples of the High Victorian Gothic Revival style in America.\n\nWe will enter at least three churches\, barring weddings or church services. \nThe tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members\, and is $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite\, or in cash or check at the outset of the tour. \nThe Second Saturday Walking Tour series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums\, and generously sponsored by the Daboul Family Charitable Trust. \nPhoto courtesy of Jeff Morgan (Springfield Preservation Trust)
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/victorian-era-churches-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Springfield Museums\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T120000
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SUMMARY:Springfield Food History Second Saturday Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Curious about food history in Springfield? Come learn about the city’s delicious past—and taste a bit of the beauty along the way! \nJoin James Johnson\, Executive Vice President of Springfield Preservation Trust\, on the July Second Saturday Walking Tour. This walking tour will depart from Stearns Square and be filled with historic buildings of restaurants and local attractions. Additionally\, there will be extra TASTY surprises on this tour for each visitor! This walking tour departs from Stearns Square\, the heart of the Worthington Street Dining District (Stearns Square at Worthington Street). \nThe tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums members\, and is $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite\, or in cash or check at the outset of the tour. \nThe Second Saturday Walking Tour series is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums\, and generously sponsored by the Daboul Family Charitable Trust.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-food-history-second-saturday-walking-tour-2024/
LOCATION:Stearns Square\, 52-98 Stearns Square\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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