Gore Place

"A beautiful place to relax and have a picnic. Very quiet and there's plenty of parking. Although, we did need to park on the designated grass area."

"Hidden gem in Waltham. I did not even know it existed until my sister mentioned it to me! Lovely, spread out field. You feel like you are in the country but the city is a short distance away. Some animals for kids to pet. Wonderful trees for the kids to play in and around. Very easy to park."

"Nice grounds to walk around and explore. Story walk and the stumpy play area on the north side are good kid activities. There is also a nice path that follows a creek all the way around from the north east corner (near where story walk ends) south back to the road near entrance by the farm house. Good creek for kid to throw twigs in and following them. Ohh, and there are sheep! There used to be more animals but they are building a new barn soon. We can't wait for the chickens and pigs to return. For now we enjoy watching the building (and construction vehicles)."

"I and two friends traveled from Maine to a Seminar on Metz and Orient Automobiles made in Waltham , Massachusetts. It was a very fun and educational event held on beautiful grounds. Very knowledgeable and friendly Docents who cheerfully and thoughtfully answered Our questions. Our Seminar was held in a beautiful restored Carriage House from the 1790s. There is a small Playground for Children on the Grounds, and a Brick Mansion that unfortunately we didn’t have the time to visit ( hopefully will someday). Another must visit is the Waltham Industrial Museum located not far from Gore Place. Very interesting local history, and well and thoughtfully displayed. A large Car Show was also held on the grounds that we unfortunately didn’t have time to attend, but certainly hope to next year!"

"One of our favorite place for a walk on Sunday morning. Gore Place is 50 acres of green space in the heart of the city of Waltham. A hidden treasure. It includes Governor Gore’s historic mansion/museum and working farm. The ground are also a great venue for corporate events or a wedding under the tent or in the carriage house. Support this important non-profit organization by becoming a individual or family member. Gore Place host their annual Sheep Shearing festival ever April which is a event not to be missed."