July 2016
Brooks Estate Picnic
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust's (M-BELT) traditional summer picnic returns to the grounds of the historic Brooks Estate! The picnic includes an update on the Brooks Estate project, tours of the first floor of the Shepherd Brooks Manor, a raffle, and lots of fun. There also will be a special art exhibit of nature photos by Medford artist Nick Ardizzoni. M-BELT supplies the hot dogs, burgers/veggie burgers and soft drinks. Guests are welcome to bring one of the following (chips/snacks…
Find out more »September 2016
Brooks Estate Open House and Nature Photos Exhibit
As part of its arts and cultural focus and community outreach,, the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) is sponsoring an exhibit of nature photos by Medford's own Nick Ardizzoni, as well as an Open House, at the Shepherd Brooks Manor, located at the Brooks Estate in Medford. Nick Ardizzoni is a wildlife enthusiast and photographer who photographs many of the birds who inhabit the Brooks Estate and environs. Through hours of careful observation and a deep knowledge of the landscape, he…
Find out more »October 2016
Life, Death and Rebirth at the Brooks Estate
The Brooks Estate in Medford has undergone a dramatic transformation in the past 150 years, from a Victorian Estate and working farm, to a neighborhood for World War II veterans, to historic open space for all to enjoy. The buildings have changed as well, from their original construction, long decay, and finally their ongoing rebirth as community assets. This presentation of before-and-after photographs will demonstrate how the Estate – the land, the buildings and the people who use them…
Find out more »April 2017
Brooks Estate Open House and Tours
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust invites you to its Spring Open House featuring tours of the Shepherd Brooks Manor and grounds. Come for an introduction to your Brooks Estate. If sufficient interest, there will be a walk around the Estate as well. Refreshments will be served and donations are welcome. Meet at the Manor; note that the last tour will begin at 3:40 p.m. Important event parking rules: It’s best to walk in at the green gate and blue sign…
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Medford Arts Center Inc. Annual Meeting
The Brooks Estate in West Medford is the site for this year's Medford Arts Center Inc. Annual Meeting. Tours of the Brooks Estate will take place from 6 to 6:30 p.m., with business starting at 6:30 (including member voting on the 2017-18 Board of Directors). Refreshments will be served.
Find out more »July 2017
Brooks Estate Picnic
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT), celebrating 75 years of public ownership of the Brooks Estate, invites you to its traditional summer on the grounds of the historic venue! The picnic includes an update on the Brooks Estate project, tours of the first floor of the Shepherd Brooks Manor (starting at 2 p.m.), a raffle, and lots of fun. MARV - Medford Arts Center Inc.'s new Medford Arts Resource Vehicle - will be on hand as well. M-BELT supplies the…
Find out more »August 2017
Brooks Estate Guided Walk
Tom Lincoln of the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust leads a guided walk of the open space and historic assets of Medford's Brooks Estate. The walk, co-sponsored by WalkMedford, will last about one hour, concluding with a peek at the Shepherd Brooks Manor (1880). Meet at the green gate/blue sign for the Brooks Estate at 275 Grove Street, Medford. Please wear sensible shoes. For more information, e-mail inquiries@brooksestate.org. The Brooks Estate, which this year marks 75 years of public ownership, is a…
Find out more »October 2017
Six Degrees of Brooks Separation
Over their nearly 300-year tenure as one of Medford’s most prominent families, the Brooks family left behind a deep legacy with countless links to different people, places, and institutions throughout the world. In this informative and entertaining presentation, "Everything is Connected: Six Degrees of Brooks Separation, " Brooks Estate board member Doug Carr will explore the Brooks family’s relationships with different cities throughout the United States and connections with modern architecture, the American Revolution, H.H. Richardson, Frank Lloyd Wright, John…
Find out more »November 2017
M-BELT Annual Meeting
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) will hold its 2017 Annual Meeting as it continues to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the acquisition of the Brooks Estate by the City of Medford. Parking is available in front of the complex on George Street, and the building is ADA-accessible. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. In addition to a business meeting/elections and project update, the afternoon will feature an illustrated talk by M-BELT board member Doug Carr, entitled "Everything is Connected: Six…
Find out more »May 2018
Brooks Estate Tours
In conjunction with its Spring Spruce-up Day, the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust will be offering Shepherd Brooks Manor between 2 and 4 p.m. Meet at the Manor; note that the last tour will begin at 3:30 p.m. Important event parking rules: It’s best to walk in at the green gate and blue sign at 275 Grove Street, and then walk up the access drive to the end. Limited spaces are available at the Boardwalk lot along the access drive, and…
Find out more »June 2018
Medford Arts Center Inc. Annual Meeting
The Brooks Estate in West Medford again is the site for this year's Medford Arts Center Inc. Annual Meeting. Limited parking will be available at the manor house itself, but carpooling/walking is suggested for those who are willing and able. Refreshments will be served.
Find out more »July 2018
Brooks Estate Picnic
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) invites you to its 20th annual picnic on the grounds of the historic Brooks Estate. The event includes music, tours of the Shepherd Brooks Manor, M-BELT's famous raffle, Medford's MARV art bus with kids' art activities, and lots of fun M-BELT supplies the hot dogs, burgers/veggie burgers and soft drinks. Guests are welcome to bring one of the following (chips/snacks , salad, cookies, grill item or other picnic food) but bringing food is NOT required…
Find out more »October 2018
Brooks Estate Tours
In conjunction with its Fall Spruce-up Day, the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust will be offering Shepherd Brooks Manor tours between 2 and 4 p.m. Meet at the Manor; note that the last tour will begin at 3:30 p.m. The Spuce-up begins at 10 a.m. Gloves and tools provided, but pruners, loppers, etc., welcome. Wear work clothes; if you have a favorite pair of work gloves, bring them. If you want to paint, wear paint clothes. Important event parking rules: It’s best…
Find out more »November 2018
M-BELT Annual Meeting and Brooks Estate Tours
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) is holding its 2018 Annual Meeting. All are welcome to attend. Paid members are eligible to vote for the organization's president and two directors during the business portion of the meeting. There also will be an update on the Brooks Estate restoration projects and initiatives being funded through the Community Preservation Act. After the meeting, the Shepherd Brooks Manor will be open for tours, from 2 to 4 p.m. (last tour starts at 3:30…
Find out more »July 2019
Brooks Estate Picnic
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) invites you to its 21st annual picnic on the grounds of the historic Brooks Estate. The event includes tours of the Shepherd Brooks Manor (starting at 2 p.m.), live music on the manor's veranda (from 12:30 to 2 p.m.), activities with MARV the art bus, M-BELT's famous raffle, and other fun M-BELT supplies the hot dogs, burgers/veggie burgers and soft drinks. Guests are welcome to bring one of the following (chips/snacks , salad, cookies, grill…
Find out more »October 2019
Brooks Estate Fall Open House
Have you always been curious about what's inside at the City of Medford's historic Shepherd Brooks Manor? Come to one of the tours being offered by the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) as part of a Fall Open House (the last tour will begin at 3:30 p.m.). M-BELT board members also will be on hand to provide updates on projects funded this year by the Community Preservation Act. Important parking rules: It’s best to walk in at the green gate…
Find out more »November 2019
M-BELT Annual Meeting and Brooks Estate Tours
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) is holding its 2019 Annual Meeting. All are welcome to attend. Paid members are eligible to vote for the organization's president and two directors during the business portion of the meeting. There also will be an update on the Brooks Estate restoration projects, including initiatives being funded through the Community Preservation Act. After the meeting, the Shepherd Brooks Manor will be open for tours, from 1 :30 to 3 p.m. (last tour starts at…
Find out more »August 2020
Brooks Estate Guided Walk
The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) and the Medford Recreation Department invite you to an outdoor guided walk and tour of the grounds at the Shepherd Brooks Estate. Join the tour for some socially-distanced exercise and history of this wonderful Medford landmark. Those who choose to stay for an indoor tour of the Shepherd Brooks Manor post-walk can do so. Tours will be in groups of four and masks are required while indoors. Please pre-register at medfordrecreation.org. M-BELT is a…
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