FREE FUN FRIDAYS- 2018

FREE FUN FRIDAYS

It's the end of June!  It's summertime! FREE FUN FRIDAYS in Massachusetts are back!  It's the 10th anniversary!  The Highland Street Foundation generously gives all of us- living in Massachusetts, vacationing in MA or for visitors just traveling through- the opportunity to visit interesting places for FREE!

Starting this Friday, June 29 there will be 10 specific venues available to visit- no charge.  It changes every week!  Every Friday up to and including August 31 families and friends can learn something new- while having FuN!  That's 10 Fridays this summer!  They are located in Western, Central and Eastern MA.  Yes, including the Cape (Cape Cod). 

Are you interested???  Here is the Schedule this summer.

Do you have a question???  FAQ

Here is more information about the venues.

There are so many interesting places to visit!  Some include:

Springfield Museums

 

Old Sturbridge Village

The Mount- Edith Wharton's Home

This summer when school is not in session, take the opportunity to visit 1, 2 or more of these great places.  It is for visitors of ALL ages.  Remember that there are 10 specific venues to visit on 10 specific Fridays.

Have FuN!
Enjoy!

R-e-l-a-x-i-n-g!

Nauset Beach, Orleans, MA

Getting back into the swing of things after a great vaca at the Cape!  Sunny days in September, watching & listening to the waves at our fave beach - Nauset Beach, dining on fresh seafood every evening- ahhhhh!  Totally FuN!

Stopping in at the Fishing Pier in Chatham, MA.  One Fishing Boat had finished unloading its "catch of the day".

Taking in the view on the right side-

"Who is watching who" moment between a Seal & a Sea Gull!

Now where is my fridge & my stove?  :)

We did enjoy!

  

Free Fun Fridays 2013!

It's offered Free of charge in Massachusetts!  It's Fun!  It's on Fridays during the summer!  Free Fun Fridays!

Again this summer the Highland Street Foundation very generously is offering FREE ADMISSION to 60 cultural and/ or historical venues throughout my state of Massachusetts.  The places to visit range from the countryside of Western Mass to the busy streets of Boston and include the salty air of the Cape (Cape Cod).  Click here for complete list. 

Families residing in or travelers vacationing or passing through Massachusetts are all welcome to choose from 6 venues each Friday.  Every Friday the venues change and are not repeated.  So many great places to visit!

June 28 is the first Friday! 

On the 1st Friday, 1 of the 6 places to visit is Heritage Museums & Gardens. Last summer my DH & I drove through Sandwich, MA on our return trip home after spending a few relaxing days at the Cape.  We stopped in to visit the Heritage Museums.  The Shaker style barn is fascinating and houses the antique cars.  Sitting in an antique car and also taking a ride on the carousel was FuN!   

Notice the Lantern Headlights!

On another Friday in August visit the Springfield Museums in Springfield.  There are 4 museums in this beautiful complex.  Works by Monet, Chardin and Bellows along with Currier & Ives prints are a few of the treasures on view in the Museum of Fine Arts.  Decorative Japanese Samurai Suits of Armour & beautiful Netsukes are displayed in the Victorian era Smith Museum.  View the Duryea and Knox cars and Indian "Motocycles" that are located in the Springfield History Museum.  A planetarium is located in the Science Museum along with other treasures.  I spend much time at the Springfield Museums during the school year in my role as a Museum Educator.  It's a wonderful place!            

"Horton Hears a Who" Bronze Sculpture at Springfield Museums

My Grandson totally enjoys the Franklin Park Zoo in Dorchester.  Kangaroos, Emus, Tigers & Zebras are some of his faves whenever he visits.  This zoo is where he learned the names of animals and how to pronounce their names.  A free visit awaits you in August!

This program ends on August 30 with 6 more great treasures to choose from.  The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge is great!  Located in the Berkshires, it's always picturesque driving down Main Street in the town.  Walking into one gallery, "Main Street (Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas)" catches your eye!  Details everywhere!

"Main Street (Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas)"

If you have questions about this program, the Highland Street Foundation has a FAQ.  Click here for FAQ.

As we all plan activities for our families for summer days and if you live in, near to or will be traveling through Massachusetts, check out the list!  Learning while having FuN is the best way to learn!

Thank you Highland Street Foundation!          

We will Enjoy!

 

Free Fun Fridays 2012

June is here!  It's always a month packed with FuN!  It may bring you to attend graduations and celebrations or "end of year" activity gatherings!  It's also the time when children can start to relax from homework for a few weeks.

Now that does not give the idea that learning comes to a halt.  Quite the contrary!  Can you tell that I am a former teacher?  Mmm...maybe still a teacher, but now as a volunteer. 

As you are making summer plans - if you live in or near my state of Massachusetts or if you are traveling through my state that is packed with history and places of interest, the very generous Highland Street Foundation has a wonderful program again this summer for you, your family and your friends!

Free Fun Fridays 2012

Sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation 

There is Free Admission to specific venues or museums on specific Fridays this summer! This wonderful opportunity starts on Friday, June 29.

Many of my faves are taking part in this program, such as the Springfield Museums, the Norman Rockwell Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and Old Sturbridge Village.  Oh, there are so many more...

Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden at the Springfield Museums

Cooper at Old Sturbridge Village

Click on this link and learn more.  There is a FAQ link.  There is also a link to print out the calendar with the dates and places to visit.  Check it out! Learn while having FuN! 

Thank you, Highland Street Foundation!
We will Enjoy!