Join Quiet Valley on the eve of our summer opening for a Victorian picnic! Whether you bring your own picnic dinner or choose one of our catered options, the atmosphere provided by live traditional music and a picturesque setting will transport you back to a simpler time. After dinner, enjoy traditional desserts and lawn games, […]
Come learn about the traditional heritage skill of wood carving. Date: Thursday, June 19th Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Fee: Included with tour admission
This craft has been practiced for thousands of years and was a way to provide families with basic plates, cups and other types of vessels. Today the same articles are made as well as many other functional and artistic items. Instructor: Joan Glusiec Date: Friday July 14th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour […]
Learn about a traditional paper craft, the German Folded Paper Star! Also known as a Froebel Star, this simple craft would be made for decorations at Christmas time. Date: Thursday July 27th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour admission Instructor: Karin Wood
This craft has been practiced for thousands of years and was a way to provide families with basic plates, cups and other types of vessels. Today the same articles are made as well as many other functional and artistic items. Instructor: Joan Glusiec Date: Friday August 11th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour […]
Learn about traditional soap making during our demo! Join us to see how we get the lye and use lard to make our soap for the year. Date: Wednesday, August 16th Time: 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Fee: Included with tour admission
Wheat weaving as a craft is centuries old and was practiced in grain growing countries worldwide. It was a part of rituals used to ensure a fruitful harvest. Early American settlers used wheat weaving as it is used today, for decorative purposes. Date: Tuesday August 22nd Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour admission […]
Maple Sugaring Day is a special members-only event that gives Quiet Valley’s members a chance to participate in a unique experience. Along with seeing the maple syrup getting made they get a chance to sample pancakes with our homemade syrup, eggs boiled in sap, and potatoes cooked in a Dutch oven over the flames. To […]
Join us for an Easter tea to celebrate Spring! Enjoy a Victorian tea party with fresh baked cookies, scones, cakes, tea sandwiches, lemonade, and hot teas. Learn a little about Victorian Etiquette, the steps to hosting your own tea party, and tea party fashion. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their "Victorian Best." Date: […]
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 […]
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
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)