Springfield’s Lost Riverfront (A Walking Tour)
Riverfront Park, Springfield, MACome learn about the historic Springfield riverfront, including histories of the bridges, steamboat access, buildings, and even the sewer.
The Grand Homes of McKnight Historic District: A Historic Homes Tour
Thompson Triangle Springfield, MA, United StatesExplore restored Victorian gems on this self-guided tour through the storied residences of Springfield’s McKnight neighborhood.
Underground Railroad: Springfield’s Contributions to Emancipation (Tour)
Tower Square 1500 Main Street, SpringfieldVisit locations and meet people that salute the perseverance, ingenuity, and resilience of some of Springfield’s unsung early residents.
Rushville: Springfield’s Oldest Craftsman Neighborhood (A Walking Tour)
Discover Springfield’s oldest Craftsman neighborhood, the charming Rushville section.
Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser
Carriage House at the Barney Estate Route 5, Springfield, MA, United StatesCelebrate this summer season at Barney Estate Carriage House. Flora and fauna inspired attire encouraged but optional
Springfield Armory: Hill Shops Walking Tour
Springfield Armory National Historic Site 1 Armory St #2, Springfield, MA, United StatesLearn about the unique architecture and functionality around the Springfield Armory green.
Made in Springfield: Places & People of Springfield’s Industrial Legacy
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United StatesExplore downtown Springfield and learn about the places and people who invented and created in Springfield in its industrial heyday.
“Voices from the Grave” Cemetery Tour 2025
Springfield Cemetery 171 Maple Street, Springfield, MA, United StatesSee history come alive in this tour of Springfield Cemetery, featuring live actors portraying Springfield’s influential past residents.
Free Springfield Museums Admissions for SPT Weekend
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA, United StatesFree admissions to the Springfield Museums for all Springfield Preservation Trust members.
Lost & Reused Springfield: Wins & Losses for Historic Springfield Architecture
Learn about historic Springfield buildings which have been lost to demolition or neglect—or saved by preservation and reuse.
Fireside in Flannel—2026 Winter Fundraiser for Historic Preservation
The 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. The 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.
Storybook Architecture: A Review of Fairytale-Inspired American Homes
Learn about whimsical, fairytale-inspired “Storybook Architecture” with local preservationist Bob McCarroll. Storybook 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.