The Polar Express Train Ride - Blackstone Valley
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
Pancake Breakfast Festival
Newman Elementary School - 7:00 AM
Newman Elementary School - 7:00 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
M is for Museum/P is for Playdate
Wenham Museum - 9:30 AM
Wenham Museum - 9:30 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Family Heritage Experience
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
Putt Across America
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Snowmazing! Polar Playground at Boston Children's Museum
Boston Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Boston Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Family Heritage Experience
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
Putt Across America
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Cricut Crew: Make Your Own Tees, Totes, and Stickers [#teencentral] at BPL Copley
Boston Public Library - Copley Branch - 3:00 PM Pick
Boston Public Library - Copley Branch - 3:00 PM Pick
The Polar Express Train on Cape Cod Central Railroad
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Journey to the North Pole in Lincoln and North Conway, New Hampshire
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
The Polar Express Train Ride - Blackstone Valley
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
The Polar Express Train on Cape Cod Central Railroad
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Journey to the North Pole in Lincoln and North Conway, New Hampshire
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
'Twas the Night Before...by Cirque du Soleil
Wang Theater
Lesley Ellis Mini Open House
Lesley Ellis School
Central Square Theater presents Liars and Believers' Yellow Bird Chase
Central Square Theater
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Family Heritage Experience
Tue May 13, 2025 - Wed Dec 31, 2025
- see all dates
Repeating every week — Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through December 31, 2025
Except June 19, 2025; July 4, 2025; November 27, 2025; November 28, 2025; December 25, 2025.
Except June 19, 2025; July 4, 2025; November 27, 2025; November 28, 2025; December 25, 2025.
10:00am to 6:00pm ET
Age: Ages 10+
Price: $10 for adults; free for children under 12
Located in the heart of Boston on Newbury Street, this interactive exhibit features hands-on activities and immersive stations that encourage visitors of all ages to ask questions and reflect on the stories within their own families.
Whether tracing a family tree, sharing memories with the kids, or simply exploring what heritage means for each family, the Family Heritage Experience offers a welcoming space to celebrate every family’s unique path through history.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
