Blue Jean Basket
2023-08-12 | PA
Come out for a fun day of weaving to create this Blue Jean tote basket! It’s a great way to stash your goods on your trips to Farmers and Flea markets. This sturdy basket measures 13” wide by 14” tall with a solid oak base and is finished off with leather handles attached with blue jean buttons and a denim pocket. The basket will be completed in one day, and no experience is necessary. All materials will be provided, but you can feel free to bring a pocket or two from your favorite old pair of jeans. This class is not eligible for QV member discount.
When: August 12 at 9:30am
Instructor: Mel Kessler
Cost: $98

Volunteer Costume Sewing Day
2024-02-18 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
The purpose of this workshop is to assist volunteers in creating their own period dress for volunteering at Quiet Valley. This workshop will focus on the early period (1820s) costume and is appropriate for most volunteer opportunities at Quiet Valley. Participants will provide all their own materials (see list below). If you have your own sewing machine, please bring it along. A suggested donation to our Educational Scholarship Fund of $10 per participant is appreciated. This money helps make workshops and camps more affordable to participants. Preregistration is required, and space is limited.

Date: February 18, 2024, from 1:00-5:00
Who: Ages 15 & up
Price: $10 minimum donation

CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION GOOGLE FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE MATERIALS REQUIREMENT FOR EACH COSTUME

Beginner Crochet Class
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us to learn the basics of crochet! Participants will learn basic crochet stitches and how to read a crochet pattern while creating a granny square dishcloth. Adults and children are encouraged to attend, but the class is recommended for ages 8 & up.

Cost: $15 for registration only or $25 with materials (See materials list below)
Date & Time: February 22nd from 6pm-8pm
Instructor: Deb Seip

Participant can either register to bring their own materials or register for Quiet Valley to provide materials (for you to keep!). If you are bringing your own materials, we recommend a size H crochet hook and two different colored skeins of worsted-weight cotton yarn.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Victorian Tea Party (Parent and Child)
2024-03-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for a Victorian Tea Party! Come dressed in your best, enjoy traditional finger foods, and learn to host your own tea party with lessons in etiquette. After tea, have fun playing a parlor game and start a craft to take home. This program is intended for parent(s) with child(ren) ages 6-12.
Allergy-friendly food is available upon request.

Date: March 30, 2024, from 9:30-12:30
Who: Ages 6-12 with a parent
Price: $35 (one child ages 6 and up with one adult); $15 for each additional child; $20 for each additional adult

QV Members received 15% off with a discount code in your membership email.
Registration will begin February 15, 2024.
For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Traditional Ornament Workshop
2024-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Kick-off your holiday season with some traditional hand-made decorations! Participants will learn how to make traditional folded paper star ornaments, wooden Carolina Snowfalkes, and Scherenchnitte (cut paper) ornaments to decorate their Christmas trees! Then, you’ll leave with supplies to make more of each at home!

Date & Time: December 6th from 6pm-8pm
Instructors: Sue Oiler and Deb Seip

QV Members check your email or call the office for the 2024 member discount code. If you register for a workshop without the discount, it cannot be apply after purchase.

Fingerless Mitten Knitting Workshop
2025-01-04 08:00 - 2025-01-11 14:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us in making your own pair of knit wool fingerless mitts with a fleece lining! This is an advanced beginner class, so participants should know basic knitting skills such as cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. This is a two-day workshop. On day one, we’ll learn to follow a pattern for flat-knit fingerless mittens and complete at least one of our mittens. Participants will then finish the second mitt between the two classes. On the second day, we’ll learn how to stitch our mitts closed and line them with fleece to keep your hands warm all winter long!
Important information:
Supplies needed for the class are one pair of size 7 straight or circular knitting needles and 2 stitch markers.
Quiet Valley will provide all needed yarn, fleece for lining, and sewing materials. When purchasing your registration, please choose your preferred base color for your mitts. We will have a variety of colors for accents if you choose to add them.

Date & Time: Saturdays February 1st and 8th from 10am-2:30pm
Instructors: Deb Seip and Rachel Kresge
Cost: $65 (QV Members check your email or call the office for the 2025 member discount code. Please do not register without the code as we are unable to add it after purchase.)

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.
Yarn for your mitten’s base color will be purchased ahead of time from Bartlett Yarns. Please choose your preferred color from the chart below.

Backpack Basket Workshop
2025-01-25 09:00 - 16:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Just in time to use this spring! Make a lovely, useful backpack basket for yourself or to give as a special gift! The finished basket is roughly 12″x11″x12″. All materials to make the basket are provided. Helpful supplies to bring: spring clothespins, old towel, clippers or scissors, flat head screwdriver, tape measure.

Ages: 15 and up
Saturday, January 25 from 9am-4pm
Cost: $110 per person (QV Members receive 15% off with code in member email)
Note: The class begins at 9am and will finish when you are completed. Most participants will be finished by 3pm. Please feel free to bring beverages, lunch, and snacks.

Words from the Farm: A Poetry Workshop at Quiet Valley
2025-03-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Words from the Farm: A Poetry Workshop at Quiet Valley
March 28 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person
Step into the quiet anticipation of spring at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm and experience the season as it was known to 19th-century farm families—through words, memory, and imagination.
This immersive three-hour poetry workshop invites participants to slow down, listen, and write in a warm, historic setting inspired by candlelight, early spring landscapes, and the rhythms of farm life. Using guided prompts, sensory objects, and stories drawn from rural Pennsylvania history, participants will create their own original poems rooted in place and personal reflection.
No prior writing experience is required. Whether you are an experienced poet or have never written a poem before, this workshop is designed to be welcoming, inspiring, and gently structured to help everyone find their voice.
Participants will:

Explore how spring life was experienced on a 19th-century farm
Use historical imagery, sounds, and objects to spark creativity
Write original poetry guided by simple, supportive prompts
Share (if they wish) in a warm, encouraging group setting

Workshop time is from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on March 28, 2026. All materials are provided. Participants will receive a Quiet Valley pencil, feather quill (with ballpoint pen), and a writers journal. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly and bring a lunch or light snack.
Join us for a peaceful and meaningful gathering where history, creativity, and storytelling come together.
QV Members, check your email or call the office for the 2026 member discount code.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Folk Art Painted Box Workshop
2025-03-30 13:00 - 17:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for a creative and hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wooden box inspired by traditional Pennsylvania Dutch folk art! In this class, you’ll learn how to stencil and hand-paint your box with classic motifs that reflect the timeless beauty of this distinctive art form.
The finished box will measure approximately 8.5″x5.2″x4″, perfect for storing small treasures or as a charming decorative piece in your home. No prior painting experience is required — we will guide you step-by-step as you bring your own unique design to life.
Cost: $45 ((QV Members check your email or call the office for the 2025 member discount code. Please do not register without the code as we are unable to add it after purchase.)
What’s included: All materials and supplies needed to create your custom-painted box.
What you’ll learn: Stenciling techniques, traditional folk art patterns, and tips for hand-painting.
Instructor: Julie Kresge
Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today and create a keepsake that will be treasured for years to come!

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Learn to play the Mountain Dulcimer Workshop
2025-05-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Discover the joy of playing the Mountain Dulcimer, a beautiful and traditional folk instrument from the Appalachian Mountains! This hands-on workshop, hosted in conjunction with the Pocono Dulcimer Club, will introduce you to the basics needed to play a few simple folk songs. We’ll cover:
🎵 How to hold and strum the dulcimer🎵 Simple strumming patterns🎵 How to read dulcimer tablature🎵 Playing tunes together in a fun and relaxed setting
No musical experience is necessary—if you can count, you can play! Whether you’re a complete beginner or just curious about this unique instrument, come join us and make some music! Dulcimers will be provided, or feel free to bring your own.
📅 Date: May 10th⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM💲 Cost: $40 (QV Members receive 15% off with the code in your email. Please do not register without the code, as the discount cannot be applied post purchase.)
Spots are limited, so sign up today and experience the magic of the Mountain Dulcimer with guidance from experienced players in the Pocono Dulcimer Club!

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Youth Plein Air Art Workshop (3 Days)
2025-05-31 09:30 - 2025-06-07 12:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Three-Day Youth Plein Air Art Workshop
Join us for an engaging three-session workshop designed for middle and high school students interested in plein air painting! This hands-on experience will introduce young artists to essential techniques in drawing, color theory, and various painting media, all while working outdoors on the farm.
📅 Workshop Dates & Times:

Session 1: May 31, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Drawing & Perspective)

Session 2: June 7, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Exploring Color)

Session 3: June 14, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Experimenting with Media)

Workshop Overview:
🎨 Day 1: Drawing & Perspective – Learn the basics of perspective, proportions, and shading with guided demonstrations, then practice sketching farm landscapes and buildings.
🎨 Day 2: Exploring Color – Create color wheels, explore warm and cool colors, and mix paints before sketching and painting farm scenes with instructor guidance.
🎨 Day 3: Experimenting with Media – Discover different painting media, including acrylic, watercolor, and colored pencils. Students will choose their preferred medium to create a plein air painting.
This workshop is designed as a progressive learning experience, with each session building on the previous one. Participants will also have the opportunity to observe professional plein air artists at work on the farm.
📍 Location: Quiet Valley Farm💲 Cost: $75 for all three sessions (QV Members Receive 15% off registration with code in email. Please do not register without the code, as the discount cannot be applied after purchase)🖌 Open to: Middle & high school studentsMaterials: Students are encouraged to bring their own sketchbooks and some supplies; basic materials will be provided.
Don’t miss this chance to develop your artistic skills in a beautiful outdoor setting! Register now to secure your spot!

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Farmhouse Dinner
2025-09-07 16:30 - 20:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for a unique fundraising dinner on the farm! Enjoy a meal cooked in the hearth served by candlelight in the Farmhouse. We’ll begin with appetizers in the Cellar Kitchen, where you can see how your food is being cooked. Then you’ll be seated throughout the farmhouse and served a traditional meal. This fundraiser has limited space and advanced tickets are required.

Location: QV Farmhouse
Cost: $95 per person
When: 4:30p

Autumn on the Farm: Homeschool Field Trip
2025-10-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Homeschool families are invited to Autumn on the Farm, a special day featuring Quiet Valley’s Fall School Tour program. Step back in time and experience 19th-century farm life through hands-on activities and historic demonstrations designed just for homeschool students and their families.
During the field trip, participants will tour our historic farm buildings, visit with farm animals, attend a mini-lesson in the one-room schoolhouse, and watch a simple machines demonstration.
Details & Pricing:

$8 per student (ages 5 and up)

$10 per adult

Everyone attending must have a ticket

Program runs 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (pack a lunch to enjoy at our picnic pavilion)

Advance registration required. A limited number of tickets are available.

Friends of Quiet Valley Annual Holiday Workshop
2025-11-08 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Looking for something to jump-start your holiday season? Get in the spirit by joining a workshop where you will make a craft and enjoy a homemade lunch of soup, bread, and dessert! Check in and refreshments from 9:00-9:30, classes begin at 9:30.
Register online here or call the office at 570-992-6161. Quiet Valley Members, check your email for a 15% off discount code.

This year, we will be offering the following full-day workshop choices:
Workshop 1: Card Weaving
Card Weaving (also known as tablet weaving) allows weavers to work and play with color and design without having to invest in a lot of equipment. Card weaving involves using cards to organize threads, so that students can weave a tape – a long thin band – which could be used for things like bookmarks, decoration on clothing or even ukulele straps! No experience necessary!
Cost: $55
Instructor: Kathy Hill
Workshop 2: Seat Weaving
Learn to weave a seat using natural reed in an interesting herringbone pattern. The wooden stool with woen seat can be used for a child to sit upon, plant stand, foot rest, etc. All supplies included.
Cost: $80.00
Instructor: Ceal Yost
Workshop 3: German Straw Star
Straw stars are traditional German and Scandinavian craft and are not as hard to make as they may appear with the right tools. Straw stars make beautiful gifts mounted to a card, as decor on a package, in a window hanging, and as ornaments on a tree, wreath, or garland.
Cost: $72
Instructor: Ellen Oiler
Workshop 4: Bread & Cookies with Flair: Decorated Focaccia and Stamped Thumbprints
Back by popular demand—join us for a deliciously creative cooking class! First, craft a stunning decorated focaccia bread, turning a simple yeasted dough into an edible work of art with fresh vegetables and herbs. Then, switch to sweets with charming stamped thumbprint cookies—buttery shortbread pressed with elegant cookie stamps and filled with jewel-toned jam, perfect for holiday entertaining. Participants will take home both savory and sweet treats along with the skills to recreate them for any occasion..
Cost: $70.00
Instructors: Maryellen Mross and Carole Geary

Holiday Wreath Workshop
2025-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Kick off your holiday season with some traditional handmade decorations! Participants will make and decorate an evergreen holiday wreath. All supplies including a wire wreath base, floral wire, assorted greens, pinecones, and ribbons are included. Light refreshments are available. You may bring clippers and any other decor you want to add to your wreath. Wine and other snacks BYO.
Date and times

November 30 from 10am-12pm
November 30 from 1pm-3pm

QV Members check your email or call the office for the 2025 member discount code. If you register for a workshop without the discount, it cannot be applied after purchase.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Christmas on the on the Farm Homeschool Program
2025-12-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
How did different cultures celebrate Christmas in the past? Make a traditional Christmas craft and try recipes from different cultures to learn about the customs and traditions that made up Christmas in Colonial America.
All participants aged five and older (including adults) must purchase a ticket. At least one paying adult must attend per family. The program will conclude with lunch from approximately 12:15-1:00. Participants are encouraged to bring lunch. We will have a sampling of our traditional recipes during this time.

Ages: 5 and up
Cost: $15.00 per person
When: 10:00a – 1:00p

Christmas on the Farm Homeschool Program (Second Offering)
2025-12-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States

Embroidered Tote Workshop
2026-02-07 09:30 - 12:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Embroidered Tote Bag Workshop – Wildflowers
Saturday, February 7 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Optional follow-up work session: Thursday, February 19 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Cost: $50 per person
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. WAITLIST AVAILABLE. PLEASE EMAIL PROGRAMS@QUIETVALLEY.ORG
Add a handmade touch to an everyday essential in this embroidered tote bag workshop. Participants will stitch a wildflower design onto a tote bag while learning basic embroidery techniques, including transferring a pattern, starting and finishing stitches, and building texture and detail with thread.
This workshop is designed for both beginners and those with some embroidery experience. You’ll leave the main session well on your way to completing your tote, with guidance on how to continue stitching at home. An optional follow-up work session is offered for anyone who would like additional time, support, and instruction to finish their project.

Instructor: Deb Seip
QV Members, check your email or call the office for the 2026 member discount code.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Winter Camp Day One
2026-02-13 09:30 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Homeschool students are invited to join Quiet Valley Staff and Volunteers for a Winter Camp at Quiet Valley. Be sure to bundle up, as we will be spending some part of each day on the farm. The cost of camp is $35 per day. Participants may register for all three days or individual days of camp. When you register for all 3 days, you’ll save $5 per day. Click here to see the topics for all three weeks.

Topics:

Grades 1-4: Winter Crafts and Games

Instructor: Rachel Kresge
Description: Campers will step back in time to discover how children on a 19th-century farm spent their winter days. The group will enjoy hands-on activities making historic winter crafts, such as corn husk dolls, tin punch ornaments, and braided wool items. They will also play traditional games like hoop rolling, marbles, and relay-style winter chores, learning how children long ago entertained themselves without screens or electronics. Through creating, playing, and exploring together, students will gain a fun and interactive understanding of winter life in the past.

Grades 5-8: Art from Observation

Instructor: Joan Glusiec
Description: Campers will spend the day developing their drawing and artistic skills through guided instruction and creative exploration. In the morning, students will work with pencil, learning basic techniques such as perspective, shading, and drawing objects from life. Using items found around Quiet Valley and simple still-life setups, campers will practice careful observation and sketching. In the afternoon, campers will build on their drawings by adding color and experimenting with different art materials, including tempera paint, watercolor, and pastels. Students may create as many or as few artworks as they choose while exploring the medium or mediums that interest them most. This day encourages creativity, skill-building, and artistic confidence while drawing inspiration from the historic farm setting.

Cost: $35 (sign up for all 3 weeks and receive $5 off per day)

Payment due at time of registration. Payment plans and scholarships available, for more information call 570-992-6161. For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Valentine's Day Tea
2026-02-15 13:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Valentine’s Day Tea
Sunday, February 15 | 1:00–3:30 PM
Cost: $35 per person
Celebrate the season of love with an elegant Valentine’s Day Tea at Quiet Valley. Guests will enjoy a Victorian-inspired tea party featuring fresh baked cookies, scones, cakes, tea sandwiches, and a selection of hot teas and lemonade, all served in a warm and festive setting.
During the afternoon, we’ll share a glimpse into Victorian social customs, including tea etiquette, the art of hosting a proper tea, and period-appropriate fashion. Guests are encouraged (but not required) to come dressed in their Victorian best to add to the charm of the occasion.
A perfect way to spend a winter afternoon with friends, family, or fellow tea lovers while enjoying a timeless Valentine’s tradition.
QV Members received 15% off with a discount code in your membership email.
For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Fasnacht Workshop
2026-02-16 09:30 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Fasnacht Workshop
Monday, February 16 | 9:30 AM–3:00 PM
Cost: $40 per person
Get ready for Shrove Tuesday with a hands-on Fasnacht workshop! Participants will spend the day learning how to make traditional faschnats from start to finish, while also exploring the history and cultural significance of this beloved pre-Lenten treat. Each participant will leave with one dozen homemade faschnats, ready to enjoy or share.
This workshop is open to adults and to children ages 10 and up when accompanied by a registered adult. Every participant—children and adults alike—must register separately.
What to bring:

A hand mixer (if possible, we will have some to share)
A packed lunch

Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or discovering faschnats for the first time, this workshop is a delicious way to prepare for Shrove Tuesday and connect with foodways of the past.
QV Members, check your email or call the office for the 2026 member discount code.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Winter Camp Day Two
2026-02-20 09:30 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Homeschool students are invited to join Quiet Valley Staff and Volunteers for a Winter Camp at Quiet Valley. Be sure to bundle up, as we will be spending some part of each day on the farm. The cost of camp is $35 per day. Participants may register for all three days or individual days of camp. When you register for all 3 days, you’ll save $5 per day. Click here to see the topics for all three weeks.

Topics:

Grades 1-4: Winter Food & Traditions

Instructor: Tara Burnley
Description: Learn about food preservation, simple Campers will discover how farm families prepared food and celebrated traditions during the winter months long ago. As a group, campers will learn where winter foods came from and how simple ingredients and tools were used to make warm meals and treats. Through hands-on, age-appropriate activities, students will take part in food preparation, observe cooking techniques, and explore winter customs and traditions. Stories and discussion will help campers understand how food, family, and tradition brought comfort during the cold winter season.

Grades 5-8: Weave Your Own Stool

Instructor: Rachel Kresge
Description: Older campers will step back in time to experience a traditional 19th-century farm craft: stool seat weaving. Each student will weave their own stool to take home, learning the techniques and skills used by farm families to create durable, functional household items during the long winter months. This hands-on activity encourages focus, creativity, and an appreciation for the craftsmanship of the past.

Cost: $35 (sign up for all 3 weeks and receive $5 off per day)

Payment due at time of registration. Payment plans and scholarships available, for more information call 570-992-6161. For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Winter Camp Day Three
2026-02-27 09:30 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Homeschool students are invited to join Quiet Valley Staff and Volunteers for a Winter Camp at Quiet Valley. Be sure to bundle up, as we will be spending some part of each day on the farm. The cost of camp is $35 per day. Participants may register for all three days or individual days of camp. When you register for all 3 days, you’ll save $5 per day. Click here to see the topics for all three weeks.

Topics:

Grades 1-4: From Schoolhouse to Hearth: Winter Life Long Ago

Instructor: Deb Seip & Bonnie Scott
Description: Campers will experience what a winter day was like for children on a 19th-century farm through shared, hands-on activities. As a group, campers will spend part of the day in the one-room schoolhouse, practicing simple lessons, recitations, and games used by students long ago. The group will then move to the hearth kitchen, where campers will assist with age-appropriate cooking tasks and learn how families prepared warm meals during the winter months. Stories, discussion, and guided participation help younger students connect everyday life today with life in the past.

Grades 5-8: From Schoolhouse to Hearth: Winter Life Long Ago

Instructor: Deb Seip & Bonnie Scott
Description: Older campers will explore winter life in the 1800s through immersive, full-group experiences that encourage discussion and comparison. As a class, campers will take part in lessons in the one-room schoolhouse, examining historic teaching methods and expectations while engaging in period-style activities. The group will also spend time in the hearth kitchen preparing a traditional winter dish, learning about historic tools, techniques, and the role of cooperation in household work. This day emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and understanding how education and food preparation shaped daily life during the winter season.

Cost: $35 (sign up for all 3 weeks and receive $5 off per day)

Payment due at time of registration. Payment plans and scholarships available, for more information call 570-992-6161. For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Historic Lighting & Hand-Dipped Candle Workshop
2026-02-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Historic Lighting & Hand-Dipped Candle Workshop
Saturday, February 28 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Cost: $45 per person
Step back in time and explore how people lit their homes before electricity in this hands-on historic lighting workshop. Participants will learn about traditional lighting methods and the role candles played in everyday life while creating their own hand-dipped taper candles.
The workshop will cover historic approaches to measuring and preparing wax, followed by guided instruction in dipping taper candles using methods similar to those practiced in the past. Participants will also learn how to properly finish and care for their candles so they can be safely used at home.
No prior experience is necessary. All materials are provided, and each participant will leave with a set of handmade candles and a deeper understanding of historic household lighting. Participants should bring a lunch. This workshop is for participants ages 15 and older.
Instructor: Hannah Franko
QV Members, check your email or call the office for the 2026 member discount code.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Friends of Quiet Valley Cabin Fever Workshop
2026-03-07 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Looking for something to jump-start your spring? This workshop provides the opportunity to take a class and enjoy a homemade lunch of soup, bread, and dessert! Quiet Valley Members receive 15% off registration with the discount code in your email. Please do not register without the discount code as it cannot be applied after purchase.

Or call the office at 570-992-6161
This year we will be offering the following full-day workshop choices:
Workshop 1: Heritage Dolls- Sew Your Own

Step back in time and bring history to life—one stitch at a time! In this hands-on workshop, participants will create a primitive-style doll dressed in historical clothing, guided by step-by-step instruction. Using a sewing machine, you’ll construct the doll’s body, hand-finish details, and dress it in garments inspired by 19th-century Pennsylvania German styles.
This workshop is perfect for anyone who loves textile arts, history, or hands-on crafting. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a unique, handcrafted doll that reflects both historical charm and your own personal touch. No prior dollmaking experience is required—just a love of sewing and creativity!
Cost: $60.00
Instructor: Patty Jo Griffin
Workshop 2: Easy Baguette and Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup
A bowl of soup and fresh bread! Make an easy baguette and Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup to enjoy with friends and family!
Cost: $65.00
Instructors: Carole Geary and Maryellen Mross
Workshop 3: An Introduction to Spinning
Discover the timeless craft of spinning and turn raw fiber into usable thread. In this introductory workshop, participants will learn the basics of drop spindle spinning, mastering the essential techniques of drafting and twist. Once comfortable, students will have the opportunity to try both a historic walking wheel and a treadle spinning wheel, experiencing firsthand how spinners of the past produced yarn for everyday use.
Cost: $65.00
Instructor: Sue Oiler
Workshop 4: Traditional Decorated Eggs
The tradition of decorating Eggs for Easter is shared by many different cultures, each using their cultural traditions and materials to decorate. Spend the day learning about some of these different traditions and creating six calico eggs. Participants will use plastic eggs, calico fabric, tacky glue, and rick rack to create their eggs.
Cost: $50.00
Instructor: Deb Seip
For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Workshop 1: Heritage Dolls

Workshop 2: Sausage Gnocchi Soup

Workshop 2: Baguette

Workshop 4: Calico Eggs

Free Broom Making Workshops with Meckley Brooms
2026-03-21 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Free Broom Making Workshops with Meckley Brooms
Funded by the Poconos Free Art and Craft Workshops Fund
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 10:30-12:30 (Broom Making Basics) and 2:00-3:30 (Cobweb Broom Workshop)
Cost: Free
Learn the art of traditional broom making from the Meckley Family, seventh-generation broom makers preserving a craft that has been in their family for over a century. Using original equipment and time-honored techniques, Meckley Brooms combines functional craftsmanship with whimsical designs—bringing both history and hands-on fun to this workshop.
Thanks to the Poconos Free Art and Craft Workshops Fund, these workshops are free and open to the public for participants ages 15 and older, offering a unique opportunity for Monroe County residents to explore historic handcrafts, learn new skills, and take home their own handmade brooms. Space is limited and each participant will only be accepted for one workshop, so an advance application is required.
Workshops
Broom Making Basics | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Participants will learn foundational broom-making techniques while creating three small brooms: a cake tester, a pot scrubber, and a whisk broom. Perfect for beginners and those curious about traditional handcrafts.
Cobweb Broom Workshop | 2:00–3:30 PM
Focuses on making a classic cobweb broom, ideal for cleaning corners, ceilings, and hard-to-reach spaces. Participants will learn shaping and stitching techniques specific to this distinctive broom style.
Application Details:

Applications are due by February 20
Participants will be notified of acceptance by March 1
Applicants may rank the workshops they are willing to attend, and placement will be based on availability and fit with the goals of the grant.

These workshops are funded to provide free, public arts and crafts experiences to the Monroe County community, with priority given to those who might otherwise have limited access to hands-on craft education. All materials are provided, and participants of all skill levels are welcome.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
These workshops are funded to provide free, public arts and crafts experiences to the Monroe County community, with priority given to those who might otherwise have limited access to hands-on craft education. All materials are provided, and participants of all skill levels are welcome.

Easter Basket Workshop
2026-04-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Easter Basket Weaving Workshop
April 4 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Cost: $55 per person
Welcome spring with a hands-on Easter basket weaving workshop inspired by traditional Appalachian basketry. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn foundational weaving techniques while creating a functional and seasonal basket.
Each participant will craft a 9″ x 9″ spring basket with a swing handle, perfect for Easter celebrations, picnics, or everyday use. Instruction will cover basic basket-making skills, materials, and form, with step-by-step guidance throughout the process. No prior basketry experience is required.
This workshop is designed for participants ages 15 and older and is well suited for those interested in traditional handcrafts, seasonal projects, or learning a new skill in a supportive setting. Participants will leave with a completed basket and a greater appreciation for this enduring craft tradition.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Volunteer Costume Sewing Day
2026-04-11 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
The purpose of this workshop is to assist volunteers in creating their own period dress for volunteering at Quiet Valley. This workshop will focus on the early period (1820s) costume and is appropriate for most volunteer opportunities at Quiet Valley. Participants will provide all their own materials (see list below). If you have your own sewing machine, please bring it along. A suggested donation to our Educational Scholarship Fund of $10 per participant is appreciated. This money helps make workshops and camps more affordable to participants. Preregistration is required, and space is limited.

Date: April 11, 2026, from 10:00-3:00
Who: Ages 15 & up
Price: $10 minimum donation

CLICK HERE TO PROCESS DONATION ONLINE
CLICK HERE FOR THE MATERIALS REQUIREMENT FOR EACH COSTUME

Seat Weaving Workshop
2026-04-18 09:30 - 14:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Seat Weaving Workshop
April 18 | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM
Cost: $70
Learn the traditional skill of seat weaving in this hands-on workshop using natural reed and a classic herringbone pattern. Participants will weave a functional seat onto a wooden stool while learning the fundamentals of layout, tension, and finishing techniques.
The completed stool can be used as a child’s seat, footrest, plant stand, or decorative accent, making this a practical and rewarding project. All supplies are included, and no prior seat-weaving experience is required. Instruction will be provided throughout the day to support both beginners and those looking to expand their handcraft skills.
Participants will leave with a completed woven seat and a solid introduction to this enduring furniture-making tradition.
Instructor: Ceal Yost
QV Members, check your email or call the office for the 2026 member discount code.

For information on refunds and cancellations, please see our policy.

Homeschool Tour Day
2026-04-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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. We will also have timed demonstrations throughout the day. Start the day with fire-starting, learn about simple machines on the farm, or join us for a nature walk to the pond. Bring a lunch and enjoy it in the shade of our pavilion. Space is limited, and advanced tickets are required. Click here to see a tentative map and schedule.

Date & Time: Monday, April 27th from 10am-4pm
Cost: $10 per person ages 5 and up, including adults (at least one adult per family must attend)

Ticket sales will begin on January 15th

For information on cancellations and refunds please see our policy.
