This historic farmhouse, built in the 1790s, features displays on the Wachusett Watershed, local wildlife, and the farm’s history. The area features a one-acre meadow and a one-mile forest hiking trail along the rocky hillside. Stop in to help survey habitats and identify plants and animals to contribute to a snapshot of the biodiversity in the area. Your participation will help us provide future educational opportunities.

Focus areas with field staff are scheduled throughout the day. 10-11 a.m.: Native pants and community planting project. Everyone is welcome to participate!

DATE: Saturday, May 24th

TIME: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

LOCATION: Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center, 228 Redemption Rock Road, Sterling, MA 01564

ACCESSIBILITY: The area has a mix of mowed lawn and accessible picnic tables to a moderate hike on a rocky hillside. For accessibility information, please contact (617) 645-4329.

IMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals, when acting within their service capacity, are welcome.

This program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!