Join the Penn State Master Gardeners in our historical garden and learn about how vegetables and herbs were used on a 1800s family farm.
Farmer’s Cheese is a dairy product, an unripened cheese made by adding rennet and bacterial starter to coagulate and acidify milk. Farmer cheese may be made from the milk of cows, sheep or goats, with each giving its own texture and flavor. During coagulation the mixture separates into curds (solid) and whey (liquid), then the […]
Cheese making was a vital part of life on an 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, allowing fresh milk to be preserved as a nutritious food that could be stored and enjoyed year-round. Using simple tools and time-honored techniques, families crafted a variety of cheeses that provided sustenance and made good use of their dairy herds.
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 7th Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm Fee: Included with tour […]
Join Quiet Valley and the living historians of the 142nd Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers as we host a combination Heritage Craft and Civil War Weekend. Heritage Craft Day highlights some of the traditional trade skills and heritage crafts of our forefathers. Folks will be able to see the demonstrators at work. Learn about the techniques […]
Herbs and native plants played an important role on an 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, providing natural remedies, seasonings, dyes, and ingredients for everyday household needs. Families gathered and cultivated these plants, relying on generations of traditional knowledge to support their health, cooking, and self-sufficient way of life.
The one-room schoolhouse was the center of education for many children on 1800s Pennsylvania German family farms, where students of all ages learned together under the guidance of a single teacher. Beyond reading, writing, and arithmetic, the schoolhouse fostered a strong sense of community and prepared children with the knowledge and values needed for daily […]
Leather and horn work were valuable crafts on an 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, transforming animal hides and horns into durable everyday items such as harnesses, belts, shoes, combs, buttons, and utensils. These practical skills helped families make full use of farm resources while producing handcrafted goods essential for daily life and work.
Rope and lace making were important traditional crafts on an 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, producing sturdy rope for farm work and delicate lace for clothing and household linens. These handcrafts combined practicality and artistry, reflecting the family's self-sufficiency and the skilled techniques passed down through generations.
Flax and linen production was an essential part of life on an 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, where flax was grown, harvested, processed, and spun into strong linen thread and fabric. This labor-intensive craft provided durable cloth for clothing, bedding, and household goods while demonstrating the family's self-reliance and traditional skills.
Join us for our last day of Summer Tours for the 2026 season! Visit with the animals, take a tour of our historic buildings, and see how the barn construction is coming along. Date: September 7, 2026 (Rain or Shine) Time: 10am to 5pm Admission: $15 adults / $8 children age 3 - 12 (Advanced […]