Free Fridays Treat by Highland Street

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. They provide access and opportunities in education, housing, mentorship, health care, environment, and the arts. Established in 1989 by David J. McGrath, Jr., the Foundation has contributed more than $170 million to hundreds of remarkable non-profit organizations and continues to grow their community involvement. Their largest initiative recognized across New England is the Free Fun Fridays program that happens each summer.

Free Fun Fridays offer visitors no-cost admission to many of the most treasured cultural venues in Massachusetts. This program was created to increase access and enrichment opportunities for children and families throughout New England during the summer months. Every Friday, from the end of June through the end of August, multiple sites are open for free. The Highland Street Foundation reaches out to schools, veterans groups, libraries, seniors centers, and many other community organizations to ensure that everyone knows that they are also welcome!

Since 2009, Free Fun Fridays has drawn more than 900,000 visitors to venues throughout the Commonwealth. The program has grown to include participating venues in every corner of the state, helping them open their doors for free to the community. Here are the places you can visit for free this Friday, July 7th!

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
New England Historic Genealogical Society
Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
Amelia Park Children’s Museum
Falmouth Museums on the Green
Pilgrim Hall Museum
Children’s Museum in Easton
The Hall at Patriot Place

Don't miss out on the fun! Check out the 2017 schedule and devour the details of Free Fridays all summer long!