Centennial Events
Join us as we honor 100 years of tradition, excellence and community at Brooks School with a yearlong series of celebrations. We can’t wait to commemorate this milestone together and hope you’ll be part of the festivities.
If you have suggestions for an additional event or would like to help organize an event for the Centennial Year, please be in touch with Director of Alumni and Family Programs Sara Bird: sbird@brooksschool.org or 978-725-6258.
Centennial Reception: Southampton, NY
Thursday, August 20
6 - 8 p.m.
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
200 Tuckahoe Road
Southampton, NY 11968
Lehman Gallery Exhibit Opening & Reception: "Artifacts from Archives"
Friday, September 4
6 - 8 p.m.
An exhibition of "Artifacts from Archives: A Centennial Exhibition of Brooks School Over the Past 100 Years" will be on display from September 4 through September 26 in the gallery. All are welcome to come view the works. Reserve a time on the Lehman Gallery page and please join us at the opening reception on the evening of September 4!
Brooks School
Robert Lehman Art Center
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
Centennial Reception: San Antonio
Monday, September 21
6 - 8 p.m.
The Argyle
934 Patterson Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78209
Centennial Reception: Dallas
Wednesday, September 23
6 - 8 p.m.
Banner House at T Bar M
6060 Dilbeck Lane
Dallas, TX 75240
Centennial Kickoff
Thursday, October 1
6 - 8:30 p.m.
Raffles Hotel
40 Trinity Place
Boston, MA 02116
Alumni Homecoming
Saturday, October 10
2 p.m.
Alumni and their families, past parents and friends of Brooks are invited back to campus to socialize with fellow alumni and enjoy game day contests for our current athletic teams. Our Virtual 5K walk/run is also an option this year for everyone to show their #brooksschoolpride from afar.
Brooks School
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
Centennial Reception: New York
Wednesday, October 28
6 - 8 p.m.
The Union Club of the City of New York
101 East 69th Street
New York, NY 10021
Veterans Day Chapel
Monday, November 9
10 a.m.
Former Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer '72 will address students in a special Chapel service recognizing the annual holiday honoring all military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Following Chapel, a luncheon for alumni, parents, and faculty & staff veterans will be held on campus. Please contact Assistant Director of Alumni Programs & Communications Molly Kueter if you plan to attend.
Brooks School
Frank D. Ashburn Chapel
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
Centennial Reception: San Francisco
Wednesday, November 11
6 - 8 p.m.
Alumni, current and past parents and friends of Brooks are invited to join Head of School John Packard H'87, P'18, P'21 for drinks and hors d'oeuvres in San Francisco to help us celebrate our Centennial Year.
25 Lusk
25 Lusk Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
Registration coming soon!
Brooks School at Pebble Beach
Thursday, November 12 - Saturday, November 14
Pebble Beach Resorts
17-Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Centennial Reception: Los Angeles
Monday, November 16
6 - 8 p.m.
Alumni, current and past parents and friends of Brooks are invited to join Head of School John Packard H'87, P'18, P'21 for drinks and hors d'oeuvres in Los Angeles to help us celebrate our Centennial Year.
Simonette
3927 Van Buren Place
Culver City, CA 90232
Registration coming soon!
Centennial Reception: Washington, D.C.
Spring 2027
Alumni, current and past parents and friends of Brooks are invited to join Head of School John Packard H'87, P'18, P'21 for drinks and hors d'oeuvres in Washington, D.C. to help us celebrate our Centennial Year.
More details coming soon!
Kippy Liddle Day Chapel
April 2027
This annual service honors Katherine "Kippy" Liddle, a faculty member who died during a pre-season practice in 1984 with the Brooks crew. In remembrance of her every year, we honor the outstanding achievements, accomplishments and character of female athletes, while celebrating the virtues of athletics as they apply to all of us.
Brooks School
Frank D. Ashburn Chapel
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
The 2027 Kippy Liddle Day speaker will be announced later this year.
Centennial Weekend
Friday, June 11 - Sunday, June 13
Celebrate 100 years of Brooks! Reunite with friends, explore campus, join activities and create unforgettable memories as we honor a century of community, tradition and heart.
Brooks School
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
Registration will open in the fall.