The mission of the house is to provide information and education about the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). In addition to supporting the residential community as they learn to live together, Beacon Hill Friends House offers the following programs:

Quaker Studies Program

In partnership with Salem Quarterly Meeting, the House sponsors the Quaker Studies Program. Each year a varied set of programs are offered, usually in the form of a one day program or short series of evening seminars. The courses are open to anyone desiring to learn more about the Religious Society of Friends and Quakerism. They are for new or casual attenders as well as regular attenders and experienced Friends. For a listing of the currently scheduled programs and registration information please visit the Quaker Studies Program web site.


Ernest and Esther Weed
Memorial Lecture

Ernest and Esther Weed were long time co-directors of the House during its formative years. In their memory Beacon Hill Friends House presents an annual lecture delivered by a distinguished Friend on an aspect of Quakerism of interest to the wider Quaker community. This lecture is normally presented in early spring of each year, but that may vary depending on schedules.


NewsLetters

Twice a year Beacon Hill Friends House publishes a newsletter for its alumni and friends. They contain news of from those who have lived here, happenings at the House, and some other articles of interest.

For a list of downloadable newsletters Click Here.


Publications:

Beacon Hill Friends House publishes a variety of publications. For more information on our publcations, see: