Our Spring Homeschool Tour Day allows homeschool families to explore our 19th Century Homestead in greater detail than a regular Spring Field Trip. With their admission, students and their families will be able to visit first-person interpreters stationed around the farm. From hearth cooking to animal care, there's sure to be something to interest everyone. […]
It is that time of year again! We will hold our Annual Membership Meeting and Potluck. It will be held on May 5, 2024, beginning at 1:30 PM. There will also be great food, a silent auction, presentations, and a chance to learn about the goings on at the Farm. Members can pre-order their tickets […]
Frolic offers two weekends of fun for the entire family as Quiet Valley comes alive with baby animals! This is a unique opportunity for children and the young-at-heart to see a variety of animals up close and personal. Watch baby chicks hatching from their eggs and feel the soft fur of the baby bunnies. Don’t […]
Frolic offers two weekends of fun for the entire family as Quiet Valley comes alive with baby animals! This is a unique opportunity for children and the young-at-heart to see a variety of animals up close and personal. Watch baby chicks hatching from their eggs and feel the soft fur of the baby bunnies. Don’t […]
Help us close out our Summer Season with an Old Fashioned Barn Dance! Join us for a night of dancing! Whether you bring your own dinner or choose one of our catered options, the atmosphere of live traditional music and a picturesque setting will transport you back to a simpler time. After dinner, the dancing […]
Join us for opening day 2023! We'll kick off the summer with a day full of garden tours, historic tours, and, of course, fresh-baked bread in our bake oven! Date: June 15, 2024 (Rain or Shine) Time: 10am to 5pm Admission: $15 adults / $8 children age 3 - 12 (Advanced Tickets Not Required)
Come to the farm and learn about the multitude of natural fibers such as cotton, silk, etc. that are available for everything from spinning yarn for clothing to the even finer skills involved in creating fiber arts. Date: Tuesday June 18th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour admission Instructor: Linda Verwey
Join us as we fire up our 1890s wood cook stove and try out some of Emma's kitchen gadgets. You might even get to join us for an afternoon snack! Date: Friday, August 18th Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Fee: Included with tour admission
A day of fun on the farm for the young folk. Various “chores”, crafts, and games will be taking place. There is no additional charge for Children’s Day activities. Join the 142nd PVI Co. G Civil War reenactment group for a look at the life of a soldier during the Civil War. June 22-23, 2024 […]
The 142nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Co. G, re-enactor encampment is a living history presentation. They portray as accurately as possible the drill and everyday life of soldiers in the 1800’s. By doing this they honor those who fought and give us a glimpse into our local history and heritage. Date: Saturday June 22nd-June 23rd Time: […]
Rye straw is a practical material for storage baskets because it discourages rodents and other pests. In the hands of a craftsman, it also makes beautiful baskets as well as hats. A bee skep is another item that for many years was commonly made out of straw. Instructor: H. Forsman Date: Thursday June 27th Time: […]
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will host a Plein Air Painting event and competition on the farm grounds this summer. This is our first Plein Air event and we are excited to see the culmination of the talent in the artists’ work from our beautiful, historic location! Registration: May 1- July 13, 2024 Painting Dates: […]