It is that time of year again! We will hold our Annual Membership Meeting and Potluck. It will be held on May 3, 2026, 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. Ham and drinks provided. Please […]
Flea Market and Spring Plant Sale Friday May 15 9AM- 3PM Rain or Shine No early birds, thank you. Large tent with 20 tables of vintage, household, jewelry, linens, kitchen ware, dishes, tools, flower pots, decorative items for sale. Plus lots of plants grown on site including heirloom vegetables, herbs and annual flowering plants.
Help us open 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 will […]
For centuries, the bake oven was the heart of the homestead kitchen, providing families with fresh bread and baked goods on a weekly basis. From preparing the fire to testing the heat, baking in a traditional wood-fired oven was both an art and a science. Join us as we demonstrate how early American families used […]
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: Tuesday, June 23rd Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour admission Instructor: Karin Wood
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. Date: Thursday June 25th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm […]
The Quiet Valley Fibershed is a youth-led initiative dedicated to exploring the history and practice of fiber arts. Participants learn traditional skills such as wool processing, spinning, weaving, knitting, sewing, and other textile crafts while gaining a deeper understanding of the connection between agriculture and clothing production. Throughout the summer, members of the Fibershed work […]
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 27, 2026 […]
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 27 Time: Saturday […]
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. Many different fiber artists will display their talents. Spinning, weaving, embroidery, bobbin lace, tatting, hand sewing, knitting, & […]
Demonstration of rush seat weaving and explanation/illustration of other various materials and techniques of woven seats. Date: Thursday, July 2nd Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour admission
For centuries, the bake oven was the heart of the homestead kitchen, providing families with fresh bread and baked goods on a weekly basis. From preparing the fire to testing the heat, baking in a traditional wood-fired oven was both an art and a science. Join us as we demonstrate how early American families used […]