Events Calendar

The Society hosts a series of programs throughout the year, with new ones being added to the schedule all the time. Fee’s vary depending on the program, and discounts are provided for members of the society.

Programs are held in person unless otherwise specified, and locations will vary between the Sudbury Historical Society History Center & Museum and Town Hall.

To purchase tickets for Sudbury Historical Society events on Eventbrite please visit our Sudbury Historical Society's page.

Next Events

Wednesday October 18, 2023 1:00 - 2:30PM

Pumpkin Painting

At the Loring Parsonage/Sudbury History Museum.

Join the Sudbury Historical Society for an afternoon of pumpkin painting! Wednesday October 18th, 1-2:30 PM at the Sudbury Historical Society History Museum.

Pumpkins provided. Open to ages 2 and up!

Free for everyone, but please sign up here: eventbrite.

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Saturday October 21, 2023 10:00AM

Cemetery Tour

At the Revolutionary War Cemetery.

This year the Sudbury Historical Society will tour the Revolutionary War Cemetery in Town Center. Join us October 21st at 10am to learn more about this fascinating historic site and some of the individuals buried here.

Free for members, $5 for non-members. Sign up here: eventbrite.

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Friday November 10, 2023 10:00AM

Sudbury Road Race

At the Ephraim Curtis Middle School.

The SHS once again is holding The Sudbury Road Race. The event includes a 5-kilometer race (walkers welcome) and a 1-mile fun run (all ages welcome). Both races begin and end at Ephraim Curtis Middle School, 22 Pratts Mill Rd. Sudbury, Massachusetts. The fun run begins at 10am, with the 5k beginning at 10:30am.

For more info and to sign up: Sudburyroadrace.com.

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Saturday December 2, 2023 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Sudbury Holiday Village

At Sudbury Town Center.

Mark your calendars for the Town of Sudbury's annual Holiday Village. THe SHS will once again be participating with our annual Festival of Wreaths.

For more info: Sudbury Holiday Village.

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Recent Events

Saturday December 3, 2022 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Festival of Wreaths

Our Annual Festival of Wreaths! Come purchase a locally sourced indoor or outdoor wreath, as well as get your holiday shopping started at our gift shop! Treats and warm beverages available, crafts for the kids, and a letter box for Santa Mail.

Saturday December 3, 2022 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sudbury Holiday Village

Join us for holiday cheer at the town's holiday village. Click here for all the details.

Fall 2022

Sudbury Historical Society Photography Contest

Help celebrate Sudbury by entering the Sudbury Historical Society Photography Contest!

All photographs must be submitted by November 1st, 2022. They will be printed out and displayed in the Sudbury Historical Society History Center and Museum for 2 weeks, where guests can vote for their favorite. Prizes will be awarded for the top 3 photographs!

Monday December 12, 2022 - Wednesday January 11, 2023

Winter Clothes Drive

Clean out your closet and help local families stay warm.

Stop by the Historical Society to drop off new or gently used winter items and receive a 10% discount at our gift shop. Accepting winter coats, fleece pants, sweatshirts, boots, hats and gloves to benefit adults and children in need.

Sunday March 26, 2023 2:00 PM

Broadacres Legacy, The Story of Honora Haynes

At the Sudbury History Center and On-line.

Broadacres Farm, now open space for Sudbury, was owned by Honora Hayes. But who was this person? Alice Sapienza, author of "Broadacres Legacy: The Story of Honora Haynes," will present highlights of the life of this extraordinary woman. She created and managed a successful equine business for nearly half a century and had a lasting influence on all those who came in contact with her.

Thursday April 27, 2023 7:00 PM

Ed Kreutz Presents Revolutionary War Firearms

At the Sudbury History Center and online.

Join Ed Kreutz and the Sudbury Historical Society for an entertaining evening learning about Revolutionary War firearms. Ed is a gunsmith and builder of reproduction 18th-century flintlock weapons. He is also a historical researcher and re-enactor specializing in the Revolutionary War for over 45 years. During his talk he will show examples of the weapons and accoutrements used by the combative nations as well as civilian firearms of the time.

Thursday June 8, 2023 7:00 PM

Annual Meeting and Presentation Remembering the Framingham and Lowell Railroad by Steve Greene

Join us for the Sudbury Historical Society's Annual Meeting, and then a presentation by Steve Greene once Board business has concluded.

Our Annual Meeting will consist of a simple vote for the slate of officers for next year and a brief discussion about our current and future Society plans.

Steve Greene will trace the history of the north-south railroad line that ran from Lowell to Framingham from its beginning in 1871 to the end of the last train in 2000. Many newly discovered photos give us an idea of how the railroad changed life for Sudbury citizens. A glimpse of features that will be visible from the completed Bruce Freeman Rail Trail will be included.

Thursday July 13, 2023 9:00 AM

Second Annual Golf Tournament

We're ready for our Second Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Sudbury Historical Society History Center and Museum. Join us for our second year at the Wayland Country Club for a fun morning of golf, followed by lunch, drinks, and raffle prizes. Teams of up to 4 will take the course starting at 9am, with prizes for the longest drive, and closest to the hole. The cost is $150 per person Or $600 per foursome, and tickets includes 18 hole scramble, carts, and lunch. The deadline to register is Tuesday July 5th, so don’t wait!