
Start planning now for a wonderful Reunion Weekend in June 2026!
Classes ending in 1 and 6: We are already busy planning your Reunion Weekend on June 5-7, 2026. Check back often as we continue to add fun events. We look forward to seeing you all back in Byfield!
Would you like to help plan your reunion?
Reunion Schedule
On-Going Weekend Activities
BOOKSTORE HOURS
Peter Marshall French Student Center
Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WEIGHT ROOM HOURS
Pescosolido Field House
Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
CALLING ALL ARTISTS! SUBMIT YOUR WORK
Art & Literary Show Prospectus
REFRESHMENTS
Peter Marshall French Student Center
All weekend
friday, june 5
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Registration
Peter Marshall French Student Center
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Old Guard and 50th Reunion Champagne Luncheon
Whiston●Bragdon Arena
2:00 p.m.
Conversation with Head of School Dr. Peter Quimby: What's Next for Govs?
Peter Marshall French Student Center, Rm 204
Join Peter Quimby for a conversation about the Academy's exciting future! Hear about our strategic plan, the innovative work happening in our classrooms, and the many ways we’re looking forward to connecting with alumni. Come with questions—or just to listen—and learn why we’re so excited about what’s ahead in Byfield.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Morgan Tower Tour with Jim Page '71
Meet Jim at the Morgan Tower for a rare look at one of the Academy’s least known, most historically important, and intriguing buildings, and enjoy one of the best views on campus. Golf cart rides are also available from the Student Center.
Alfond Coastal Research Center Tours
Take a guided tour of our state-of-the-art science facility on the banks of the Parker River. Follow one of our beautiful woodland trails up to the center (and catch a glimpse of resident wildlife!), or take a golf cart ride from the Student Center.
Student-led Campus Tours
Our student volunteers are eager to reacquaint you with campus and show off our new spaces. Meet at the Student Center for a walking or golf cart tour.
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Alumni Art & Literary Show Opening
Artwork on display from Friday, June 5, through Sunday, June 7.
Peter Marshall French Student Center
6:00 p.m.
Cocktails and The Governor's Feast
Under the Tent, Phillips Quad
saturday, june 6
all classes are welcome to join us for saturday events!
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Registration
Peter Marshall French Student Center
7:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Breakfast
Alfond Dining Hall
8:00 - 9:15 a.m.
46th Annual Pie Race and Tot Trot
Carter Circle
Tot Trot starts at 8:00 a.m.; Pie Race starts at 8:15 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Parade of Classes on Mansion House Lawn followed by the Annual Meeting, Alumni Awards, and Head of School Remarks
Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Lunch in the Alfond Dining Hall
Beer Truck Under the Tent
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Kids Activities
Bounce house, face painting, and more!
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Morgan Tower Tour with Jim Page '71
Meet Jim at the Morgan Tower for a rare look at one of the Academy’s least known, most historically important, and intriguing buildings. Golf cart rides are also available from the Student Center.
Alfond Coastal Research Center Tours
Take a guided tour of our state-of-the-art new science facility on the banks of the Parker River. Take one of our beautiful woodland trails up to the center, or golf cart rides are available from the Student Center.
Student-led Campus Tours
Our student volunteers are eager to reacquaint you with campus and show off our spaces. Meet at the Student Center for a walking or golf cart tour.
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Twilight Softball
Softball Field and Sager Bowl
2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Lawn Games
Mansion House Lawn
5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Service of Remembrance
Moseley Chapel
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Friends of Bill W. Meeting
Murphy Seminar Room, Frost building
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception
Under the Tent
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
50th Reunion Dinner (location provided at Registration)
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Class Dinners (locations provided at Registration)
8:30 - 11:00 p.m.
Music and Dancing with Madhouse
Under the Tent, Phillips Quad
11:00 p.m.
Late Night Pizza
sunday, june 7
7:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Farewell Brunch
11:00 a.m.
Dorm checkout
Please contact us with your reunion questions and to get involved!
Classes of 1971 and 1976
Tom Trafton
978.499.3273
Class of 1986
Leslie Dickey
978.499.3174
Classes of 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, 1981, 1991, 1996, 2001
Rachael Singmaster
978.499.3215
Classes of 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021
Eliza Dorsey
978.499.3108
Director of Alumni & Family Engagement Samantha Howson at 978.499.3295

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