661 Pleasant Street
Belmont, MA 02478
617-484-4892
Join us for a celebration of the 160th summer of the Homer House! First floor open house, croquet on the lawn, and more
House Tours & "Croquet Summer" Exhibit begin May 25th!
Summer Saturday Tours of the 1853 Homer House begin Saturday, May 25. Tours feature a Winslow Homer narrative. Hours: Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Tours on the hour, last tour at 1:00 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 12 and under. Group rates available. Call 617-484-4892
Winslow Homer's Croquet Summer exhibit opens Saturday, May 25. When Winslow Homer (1836-1910) returned to Belmont after the Civil War, he produced five croquet paintings and variations on this "modern" theme in other media. Come explore the story behind this fascinating series and--perhaps--enjoy a spot of croquet on the lawn that inspired it. Free with house admission.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Belmont Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Note: Parking at the Homer House itself is limited. Parking on Pleasant St. and environs. The Homer House is not yet handicapped accessible.
The Homer House is located eight miles from Boston at Belmont Center.
Via T: 74 or 75 bus to Belmont Center. The Homer House is across the street from Town Hall.
Via Commuter Rail: Fitchburg line to Belmont Center.
An Afternoon with Walt Whitman
404 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA
Join us for a stunning afternoon of theater and history! Actor Stephen Collins presents his acclaimed, one-hour portrayal of 19th century poet and humanist Walt Whitman to benefit the William Flagg Homer House. "Superb...magic...We accepted the fact that we were in the presence of Whitman..." Refreshments follow the performance.
$10 Admission Adults and Teens (not recommended for young children)
Information: 617-484-4892 or 617-484-4916
