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Welcome to the Facebook community for the Trustees of Reservations' Crane Estate in Ipswich, Massachusetts. The spectacular Crane Estate encompasses more than 2,100 acres in Ipswich, Massachusetts. The Estate is made up of three properties: Castle Hill, a National Historic Landmark that is the home of The Great House, a spectacular venue for weddings and corporate events, guided tours, and progra

ms. Crane Beach, a popular public beach and summer destination; and the Crane Wildlife Refuge, a natural treasure boasting many rare plant and animal species. The Trustees of Reservations preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. We'd love to hear from you in our main Trustees Facebook community, too.

09/01/2026

Add the Crane Estate to your New England autumn itinerary 🍁🦃

08/31/2026

The Great House at Castle Hill will be OPEN on Monday 9/7 for the holiday.

Great House Hours: 10AM-4PM
Grounds & Gardens Hours: 9AM-5PM

Reserve your admssion or guided tour here: thetrustees.org/place/castle-hill-on-the-crane-estate/

08/28/2026

In a world that rushes by, there's a quiet beauty in simply noticing the small moments. 🕊️

08/26/2026

As summer comes to a close, it's the perfect time to enjoy a beautiful hike or kayak trip at the Crane Estate.

Register: thetrustees.org/program/craneoutdoors/

08/25/2026

Want to visit the roof of the Great House during a Castle Hill Picnic Concert? Renew or purchase a Trustees membership during the concert at the information tent! Two tours are available during each concert.

Unable to attend a picnic concert? Join the Cupola with a View or Grand Stairs to Back Stairs tour at Castle Hill to experience the 360° views from the roof!

Only one concert left this season! Join us this Thursday for the Orville Giddings Band: thetrustees.org/program/concerts

Castle Hill guided tours: thetrustees.org/program/castle-hill-tours/

08/24/2026

The Castle Hill Picnic Concert series finishes this week with Orville Giddings Band!

Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair and set up on the lawn. While here, explore the gardens, walk the 1/2-mile-long Grand Allee, try a landscape-themed eye spy, picnic, and dance on the grass.

Tickets & info: thetrustees.org/program/concerts/

08/21/2026

Add the Crane Estate to your New England itinerary ✨

Take a guided tour of Castle Hill, have a sunny beach day, take a guided hike or kayak tour, or enjoy the Estate at your own pace ☀️🛶🌊

Visit our website for tickets and information: thetrustees.org/place/castle-hill-on-the-crane-estate/

08/20/2026

There are just too many things to admire in the Great House 😍

Join a Castle Hill tour this season and be in awe of the spectacular beauty of the Great House and Grounds.

Visit our website for tour options and tickets: thetrustees.org/program/castle-hill-tours/

08/19/2026

Curious explorers ages 5-11 are invited to join us this fall in Ipswich for our new Homeschool Scholars & Homeschool Adventures drop-off program series. Thursday morning and Tuesday afternoon programs engage learners in history, ecology, & outdoor skill-building through hands-on activities in nature. Families can sign up for 1 or more 4-week sessions taking place September-November, with meetings alternating between The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms. thetrustees.org/program/homeschool-programs-ipswich/

Address

290 Argilla Road
Ipswich, MA
01938

Telephone

(978) 356-4351

Website

http://www.thetrustees.org/craneestate

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