# Free First Wednesday: Winter Solstice at Wenham Museum

> Event for families in the Boston–Cambridge–Newton area (MA / NH). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Wed, Dec 2 · 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Where: Wenham Museum, 132 Main Street, Wenham, MA 01984
- Ages: Families
- Price: Free 4-6 PM
- Organizer: Wenham Museum
- Official page: https://www.wenhammuseum.org/event/free-first-wednesday-winter-solstice/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Free admission and extended evening hours with a Winter Solstice theme; explore the model train gallery, vintage toy collections and hands-on history exhibits.

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