Adventure brief
Remember the Ladies: America 250 Celebration – Breakfast, Goat Social, Live Performance of “Liberty & Legacy“
Spend a morning with playful goats, a shared breakfast charcuterie, and a living-history performance of Liberty & Legacy in support of the Georgetown Historical Society. This fundraiser at Goats To Go / Great Rock Farm pairs farm fresh flavors with local storytelling.
On a cool spring morning in Georgetown, Massachusetts, a working farm sheds the ordinary. Remember the Ladies: America 250 Celebration brings together playful goats, a curated breakfast charcuterie, and a costumed performance of Liberty & Legacy for the Georgetown Historical Society at Goats To Go / Great Rock Farm. The event is part fundraiser, part living-history morning, and wholly unexpected: you’ll sip specialty tea while Abigail Adams, as portrayed by Sheryl Faye, paces a small stage and unspools letters and sharp wit.
Arrival opens with a goat social, a thirty-minute window to meet the herd, snap photos, and learn simple animal-handling etiquette from hosts. The goats here are the main attraction but not a gimmick: their curious, hooved presence complements the rolling pasture and stone walls that give Great Rock Farm its character. After mingling, guests gather for a breakfast charcuterie board — locally sourced cheeses, fresh bread, seasonal fruit, and house-made preserves — laid out for sharing.
The tea service is gentle and unhurried; tables seat small groups to encourage conversation. At 10:00 AM the performance begins. Sheryl Faye Presents brings Abigail Adams to life in Liberty & Legacy, a short, sharp biographical piece that threads personal anecdotes with national milestones.
Video recording during the performance is restricted to preserve the live-theater feel; applause and post-show questions are encouraged. The program lasts about two hours from arrival to curtain, making it a perfect morning outing for adults and teens (the event is recommended for ages 12 and up). Why this matters: the experience blends rural recreation and civic memory.
Goats To Go / Great Rock Farm offers a distinctly New England farm setting—stone walls, pasture grasses, and barns—that feels authentic rather than staged. It supports the Georgetown Historical Society and highlights local culture: scenes for the piece were filmed at Great Rock Farm, tying production to place. For visitors staying in nearby Ipswich or beyond, the event is an accessible way to engage with local history without a long museum visit.
Buy early—tickets drop after March 31—to guarantee a seat; capacity is limited. Follow farm signs to check in; parking is typically informal in fields or a nearby lot managed by hosts. Restrooms are basic.
Treat the pastures gently, wear sturdy shoes, and bring a light jacket—the morning breeze here can be unexpectedly cool and humid.
Adventure tips
Plan your experience.
Curated tips for an optimal adventure.
- 01Arrive Earlyessential
Doors open at 9:00 AM; get there early to enjoy the full 30-minute goat social before the performance.
- 02Farm-Friendly Footwearinfo
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes for pasture ground and uneven surfaces around barns.
- 03No Video Recordingwarning
Recording the performance is not permitted; bring a still camera and enjoy the live delivery.
- 04Support the Causeinfo
Consider making an extra donation to the Georgetown Historical Society; proceeds support local preservation work.
Recommended gear
What to bring.
Sturdy shoes
Protects your feet on pasture, stone walls, and farm lanes.
EssentialLight jacket
Morning breezes can be cool and damp; a jacket keeps you comfortable during outdoor mingling.
springEssentialCamera or smartphone
For still photos of goats, the charcuterie spread, and the performance (no video allowed).
Small cash or card for donations
Tickets change prices after March 31 and additional donations support the historical society.
Local insights
Context for the journey.
Nearby secrets
Stroll the field edges and old stone walls for quiet photo spots, Morning light along the farm lane offers a serene view of pasture grasses and barns
Local fauna
white-tailed deer, songbirds (sparrows, warblers)
Historic heritage
The performance supports the Georgetown Historical Society; scenes for the piece were filmed at Great Rock Farm, tying production and place together.
Mindful exploration
Please follow leave-no-trace principles: stay on designated paths, do not feed the animals, and pack out any trash to protect the pastures.
Photography tips
Capture the moments
- Viewpoints
- Near the pasture gate for goat portraits, Along the stone wall for layered landscape shots, Beside the performance area for candid theater images
- Subjects
- goats and animal interactions, the costumed performer (Abigail Adams), breakfast charcuterie and table scenes
- Best times
- Morning light, Golden hour (early sunrise), Just before performance starts
Frequently asked questions
Before you go.
What is the minimum age to attend?
The event is recommended for ages 12 and up.
Can I record the performance?
No. Video recording of the performance is not permitted to preserve the live-theater experience.
When should I arrive?
Doors open at 9:00 AM; the goat social lasts about 30 minutes and the performance begins at 10:00 AM.
Is parking available?
Parking is typically informal in farm fields or a nearby lot managed by hosts; follow farm signage on arrival.
Are refreshments included?
Yes. A breakfast charcuterie board and specialty tea are included with your ticket.
How does ticket pricing work?
Early-bird pricing applies through March 31; ticket prices increase after that date. Purchase in advance to secure your spot.