Holyoke Preservation Trust

06/01/2026

On June 11th, join Bob Comeau at the Holyoke Public Library for lecture on the rich history of Holyoke's White and Wyckoff Manufacturing mill. Arrive early, and you will be treated to a display of original artifacts. Doors open at 3:30.

Learn about Holyoke's White and Wyckoff Mill which made postcards, greeting cards, and business cards. See a display of original items.

05/26/2026

On June 27th, Holyoke Preservation Trust is hosting its 6th Annual Garden Tour! We are excited to share several BEAUTIFUL gardens which will include a unique Tree Tour. Enjoy a relaxing day chatting with gardeners and meeting new friends. Tickets are available on Eventbrite or on the day of the tour.

Come for the flowers, stay for the memories. Enjoy a relaxing day meeting gardeners and making new friends.

05/24/2026

Explore the rich religious history of Agawam with Bob Comeau on June 6th with a one-hour tour of three Agawam churches on Main Street: Agawam Congregational Church, Agawam First Baptist Church, Saint John Evangelist Roman Catholic Church. Learn about their history, architecture and importance to the Agawam community.

This program is supported by the Holyoke Preservation Trust and in part by a grant from the Agawam Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Join Bob Comeau on June 6th for an informative walking tour of churches on Main Street in Agawam.

05/19/2026

Explore the rich history of Goshen with a one-hour tour of Goshen Center Cemetery with Bob Comeau on May 30th. This peaceful and historic burial ground offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Goshen’s early settlers, founding families, veterans, and everyday residents. More than a cemetery, this site is an open-air record of community life, remembrance, and local history - making it a memorable stop for anyone interested in the past or local genealogy.

This program is supported by the Holyoke Preservation Trust and in part by a grant from the Goshen Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Join Bob Comeau for a 1-hour informative tour of Goshen's historic Center Cemetery.

05/05/2026

On May 16th, join Bob Comeau on a bicycle tour of Easthampton’s historic Manhan Rail Trail – be prepared to bicycle for 8 miles. Enjoy learning about the historical features along the Manhan Rail Trail.
Park at the Millside parking lot off of Ferry Street and meet alongside the Manhan Rail Trail. Be prepared to bicycle about 8 miles. Dress appropriately and bring your own water and bicycle.

This program is supported by the Holyoke Preservation Trust and in part by a grant from the Easthampton Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

This is a bicycle tour – be prepared to bicycle for 8 miles. Enjoy learning about the historical features along the Manhan Rail Trail.

04/20/2026

Join Bob Comeau for an informative, relaxed and charming walking tour of several religious buildings of faith along Longmeadow Street to view a sequence of religious buildings that trace the town’s spiritual and architectural history.

This program is supported by the Holyoke Preservation Trust and in part by a grant from the Longmeadow Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Join Bob Comeau for a walk along Longmeadow Street in Longmeadow, MA to view a sequence of religious buildings.

04/17/2026

04/07/2026

On April 25th, join Bob Comeau for a one-hour guided tour of Ludlow's historic Center Cemetery with roots dating back to roughly 1842.

This program is supported by the Holyoke Preservation Trust and in part by a grant from the Ludlow Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Join Bob Comeau for a fascinating tour of Ludlow's Center Cemetery.