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SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-may-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T143000
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SUMMARY:Native American Tribes with Dylan Mann
DESCRIPTION:Who walked the land we call home? How did they live?\nCome to the Keep Homestead Museum on Sunday\, May 3\, for a talk “Native American Tribes” by Dylan Mann. He will share what he has learned over many years of study about the indigenous people of our area. \nThe program starts at 1:30 pm in the barn and is open to the public free of charge though donations are welcome. \nVisitors are also welcome to tour the museum from 1 – 3:30 pm to view new button displays celebrating the flowers and birds of spring and enjoy light refreshments. \n\nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/native-american-tribes-with-dylan-mann/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210445Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-june-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260511T161358Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T161358Z
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SUMMARY:Music Through the Decades with David Polansky
DESCRIPTION:The Keep Homestead Museum is pleased to welcome career musician David Polansky with his program “Music Through the Decades” on Sunday\, June 7 at 1:30 pm.\nUsing keyboard\, trumpet\, and vocals\, David presents music inspired by the advent of the automobile\, two world wars\, the Roaring 20’s\, the wild west\, and more. He engages the audience taking questions\, performing requests\, and telling funny anecdotes about famous musicians as well as his own life as a musician. \nThe concert will be held on the side lawn so plan to bring a chair or blanket for comfort. If there is inclement weather\, it will take place in the barn. There is no admission fee though donations are accepted. \nThis concert is funded by a grant from the Monson Cultural Council\, a local agency of Massachusetts Cultural Council. The museum will be open for viewing from 1 – 3:30 pm \nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/music-through-the-decades/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T161327Z
CREATED:20260413T210151Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social with Music by Frozenred
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Keep Homestead Museum on July 5 from 1 – 3:30 pm for the Ice Cream Social.\nCome and make a sundae with ice cream donated by Westview Farms Creamery! \nWhile enjoying your sundae creation\, enjoy the musical entertainment featuring Frozenred – Rosemary Higgins\, Fred Higgins\, and Finlay Higgins (guitar). They will be playing traditional folk music. \nThen tour the museum to view new exhibits. Plan to visit the gift shop where handmade note cards featuring buttons are for sale. \nAll are welcome to this FREE event though donations are welcome. A fun way to end your Independence Day celebration! \nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/ice-cream-social-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210506Z
CREATED:20260413T210506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210506Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-july-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210758Z
CREATED:20260413T210758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210758Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will take place at the close of the Open House event.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-july-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210554Z
CREATED:20260413T210554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210554Z
UID:1837-1785675600-1785684600@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-august-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T143000
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SUMMARY:Hessians With Dennis Picard
DESCRIPTION:As a part of our programming to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary\, the Keep Homestead Museum will welcome consulting historian Dennis Picard on Sunday\, August 2 as he presents his lecture “Dragoon\, Musketeer\, Prisoner: The Hessians of the Revolutionary War in Western Massachusetts.” \nEven though there were no battles in Western Mass. during the American Revolution\, there were Hessian soldiers here. Folklore says that these soldiers were mercenaries purchased by King George to fight the rebellious colonies. Hear how these men got to our area\, why they were here\, who they really were\, and why some remained in our regions. \nDennis Picard of Westfield is a living history interpreter who has held key leadership roles at several historic sites including Sturbridge Village and Storrowton Village Museum. He continues to educate the public about history doing reenactments\, lectures\, and craft demonstrations. \nThe program starts at 1:30 pm in the barn and is open to the public free of charge though donations are welcome. Visitors are welcome to tour the museum from 1 to 3:30 pm to view new patriotic button displays and enjoy refreshments. \nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/hessians/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T153000
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CREATED:20260413T210619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T193634Z
UID:1839-1789304400-1789313400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-september-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260810T195730Z
CREATED:20260511T163956Z
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SUMMARY:Ecology With Carolina Muñoz
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in how a healthy ecosystem functions\, plan to attend the September 13 (please note new date) Open House at the Keep Homestead Museum! \nCarolina Muñoz-Agudelo\, Director of Public Programs and Research at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary will present her program “Ecosystems in Action: Restoring Nature\, One Watershed at a Time.” \nThis presentation will highlight the importance of biodiversity\, the roles of native plants and animals\, and how watershed restoration benefits both wildlife and local communities. It will focus on how healthy ecosystems function and what happens when they are disrupted\, and practical ways to support conservation in our community. \nThe program starts at 1:30 pm in the barn and is open to the public free of charge. Visitors are also welcome to tour the museum from 1 – 3:30 pm to view new button displays and enjoy refreshments. \nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/ecology-with-carolina-munoz/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210637Z
CREATED:20260413T210637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210637Z
UID:1841-1791118800-1791127800@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-october-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210020Z
CREATED:20260413T210020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210020Z
UID:1823-1791120600-1791124200@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Continental Regiment
DESCRIPTION:Check back soon for additional information and be sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/continental-regiment/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210300Z
CREATED:20260413T210300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210300Z
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SUMMARY:Button Appraisals
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Keep on November 1\, 2026 for our annual appraisal event with button expert and dealer Betty Korostynski.\nBetty is well-versed in the identification and current pricing of buttons and has been a button dealer for 35 years selling in Massachusetts\, Connecticut\, and New Hampshire. She will have her new book Hard White Pewter Buttons of Naugatuck\, CT available for purchase and signing. \nThere is no cost for the appraisals\, however donations will be accepted. Visitors are welcome to tour the museum from 1–3:30pm and enjoy light refreshments. \nNotecards featuring buttons will be available in the gift shop. Click here for more information about the museum. \nBe sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/button-appraisals/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210653Z
CREATED:20260413T210653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210653Z
UID:1843-1793538000-1793547000@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-november-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210821Z
CREATED:20260413T210821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210821Z
UID:1849-1793547000-1793548800@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will take place at the close of the Open House event.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/friends-of-the-keep-homestead-museum-meeting-november-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210713Z
CREATED:20260413T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210713Z
UID:1845-1796562000-1796571000@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our Open Houses are the first Sunday of every month from 1:00–3:30 during the season. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/museum-open-house-december-2026/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T210057Z
CREATED:20260413T210057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T210057Z
UID:1825-1796563800-1796567400@keephomesteadmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wood Block Printing
DESCRIPTION:Check back soon for additional information and be sure to Follow us on Facebook for event reminders!
URL:https://keephomesteadmuseum.org/event/wood-block-printing/
LOCATION:Keep Homestead Museum\, 35 Ely Road\, Monson\, 01057\, United States
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