Public Programs & Events

Kick off the holiday season with some musical cheer. Join Griff Gall and members of the the Back Bay Ringers to experience the magic of handbell ringing.

Drop by the Museum to see, hear, and play handbells during this free, family-friendly event.

You can also view our seasonal exhibit about Margaret Nichols Shurcliff’s bell ringing and check out our museum shop for unique gifts. 

Griff Gall is the founding artistic director of the Back Bay Ringers, one of New England’s premier handbell ensembles. Under his direction, the ensemble has performed throughout the Greater Boston area and has developed a reputation for their musically sensitive performances. He has collaborated with many of the area’s finest musical organizations including the Handel and Haydn Society, New England Conservatory Choral Department, the Boston Children’s Chorus, and the Boston Pops. He is also an elementary music and movement specialist.