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SUMMARY:Kids Free April
DESCRIPTION:Time Travel Savings: Kids Free Admission! \nImmerse yourself in the beauty and charm of early spring as you explore the rich history of 19th-century New England. Explore the Village and enjoy the unique blend of hands-on learning\, participatory demonstrations\, and engaging conversation. Chat with our costumed historians\, step inside historic homes and shops\, meet our heritage breed animals\, and so much more. \nFrom Wednesday\, April 1\, through Thursday\, April 30\, 2026\, enjoy FREE admission* for up to two kids (ages 17 and under) with the purchase of an adult or senior general daytime admission ticket using code KID26 at checkout. Reserve your tickets online and save even more! Members can also bring up to two kids not already covered by their membership. \nInspire Your Child’s Curiosity \nWander through the recreated historical Village and chat with knowledgeable costumed historians who bring the past to life. Get out of the house and see our gardeners’ preparing fields and gardens for planting\, meet the new lambs\, and see sparks fly in the blacksmith shop. Every corner holds a new adventure\, and no two visits to OSV are alike. \nEnjoy Outdoor Family Fun \nCreate lasting memories together with friends and family. Wander our trails\, see the buds on the trees and flowers blossom\, make a craft together\, and enjoy quality time surrounded by the wonders of history. Join us during Connecticut and Massachusetts school vacation weeks for Family Field Days. \nEngage the Senses \nFrom the smell of food cooking over the open hearth to watching traditional crafts such as pottery\, and enjoying a tasty Joe Frogger or famous chocolate chip cookie\, we make history an interactive and engaging experience. \nStep into the Stories of the Past \nThis year\, as part of the commemoration of America 250 at the Village\, every day has special thematic demonstrations and performances focused on the first fifty years following the American Revolution. Daily schedules are posted on our website a few days in advance. \n 
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/kids-free-april/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, 01566\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Field Days
DESCRIPTION:Kick off April school vacation with a round of friendly family competition! For ten days this April\, families of all ages\, shapes\, and sizes are welcome to join in a slate of 19th-century-inspired games\, competitions\, and feats of skill. Grab a scorecard and chart your progress as you see how far you can hit an 1830s baseball\, how long you can balance on a set of stilts\, and how many targets you can hit. Throughout the day\, guests will be welcome to try out additional drop-in games and activities. Village staff will be in on the fun\, too\, as costumed historians participate in craft and trade-related competitions. \nAs always\, guests can also chat with our costumed historians\, marvel at historical craft demonstrations\, visit with our heritage breed animals\, walk our nature trails\, explore our gardens\, and more! \nPLUS: This April\, kids received FREE admission with the purchase of an adult general admission ticket using code KID26. Up to two kids\, 17 years old or younger\, are admitted for free per adult paying for full-price general daytime admission. \nPlease note: Some activities may be weather-dependent. Schedules are subject to change without notice. \nGames & Activities: \nCompetitions \n\nGraces Toss\nTarget Shoot with Rubber Band Rifles\nEgg and Spoon Race\nStilts Walk\nMilk Bucket Carry\nTrundling Hoop Race\nJump Rope Challenge\nTrap\, Bat\, and Ball – Baseball\n\nDrop-in Activities \n\nNature Scavenger Hunt\nParadoxes and Puzzles\, puns and riddles\nTug of War\nStories\nMarbles\nQuoits\n9-pin
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/family-field-days-2/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, 01566\, United States
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SUMMARY:More Green\, Less Screen Letterboxing Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Leave your devices behind and get OUTSIDE this April vacation week! Explore the outdoors while hunting for hidden letterboxes on properties conserved by Opacum Land Trust and local historical sites beginning Saturday\, April 18 and ending Sunday\, April 26. Are you up for the challenge?  \nWhat is letterboxing? It’s like a treasure hunt! Follow clues to find hidden letterboxes\, collect stamps in your logbook\, and enter to win prizes.    \nHow it works:   \n\nForm a team with your family\, your friends\, your book club\, or even your dog – EVERYONE is welcome to participate! \n\n\nRegister your team to receive a set of clues to letterboxes hidden on up to 13 different properties conserved by Opacum and local historical sites. There will be letterboxes for all abilities – clues will include an estimated distance and difficulty so you can choose challenges that are right for you.  \n\n\nLetterboxes will be hidden on properties and historical sites in Brimfield\, Holland\, Monson\, Southbridge\, and Sturbridge.  \n\n\nEach letterbox you find will have a rubber stamp\, ink pad\, and logbook inside. You bring a logbook with you (any notebook works!). When you find the letterbox\, stamp the stamp in your book to prove you’ve found it.   \n\n\nComplete at least 3 boxes between April 18th and April 26th to be entered in a drawing for a prize. \n\n\nFind more boxes? Get more entries! 5 or more boxes = 2 entries\, 10 or more boxes = 5 entries.  \nAt the end of the week\, submit a photo of all of the stamps that you’ve collected to be entered into the drawing.\n\n\nBest of all\, it’s FREE!!!   \n\nGrab your kids\, your dog\, or a hiking partner\, bring your walking shoes\, and discover the fun in your own backyard. Perfect for all ages and abilities! 
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/more-green-less-screen-letterboxing-challenge/
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SUMMARY:Sturbridge 250
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of our Independence in historic Sturbridge\, the Crossroads of New England. A parade and festive gathering will take place on June 27th\, 2026. Additional 2026 events to be announced. \nLocal businesses and non-profits: Click here for more details and to find out how you can be part of the celebration.
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