Trail Conditions: The trails of Vaughan Woods are not groomed or cleared of snow in the winter. Heavy use on the main trail often compacts the snow, making for slippery conditions. We recommend wearing ice grippers or snow shoes. Skiing: The Corniche Loop Trail is popular for skiing. We do not
Read MoreWhat’s up at VWHH? Find out in our most recent newsletter! VWHH Fall 2019 Newsletter – compressed
Read MoreFall foliage attracts a higher than normal number of visitors to Vaughan Woods, and that can make parking a challenge. The lot at the Hallowell trailhead on the corner of Litchfield Road and Middle Street only holds 12 cars, and street parking is prohibited. Police will tow and ticket in
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Hey Hallowell-area friends and neighbors, celebrate the coming of Fall! Grab a picnic lunch and come on up to Vaughan Homestead for cider pressing, live fiddle music, a campfire, a children’s sing-a-long and fall games and treats. The event runs from 11:00-1:00. A children’s Campfire Sing-A-Long will be led by
Read MoreTake a virtual tour of Vaughan Woods. Check out our new online interactive map here.
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Spanning three centuries of history and seven generations of one family, the Vaughan Homestead has been everything from “A Place of Refuge” to “A Place To Share . . .” Peruse our new online timeline exhibit created in celebration of Vaughan Homestead’s 225th anniversary this year! Click on image to
Read MoreThis movie was postponed due to wind back in September, so since school is out this Friday, we thought we’d show it in the barn instead! Hey capital area friends and neighbors, come enjoy a family-friendly movie in the barn! Movie begins at 2:00. Bring your own chairs and
Read MoreJoin professional musician Mark Horn from 10-noon to make your very own diddley bow guitar. These super-simple one-string guitars are fun and easy to play – and they sound great too! FEE: $20/guitar Children ages 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Limit one guitar per adult/child team.
Read MorePlease join Row House at Vaughan Homestead for a presentation by Hallowell’s beloved City Historian, Sam Webber.
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TOURS FOR 2019 ARE FULL. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEXT OPPORTUNITY TO VIEW THE HOMESTEAD, PLEASE JOIN OUR MAILING LIST. Tour historic Vaughan Homestead this summer and see 225 years of history! House tours are offered on Tuesdays in July and August at 10:00 a.m.. The dates for 2019 are:
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