Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm

Blacksmithing
2025-08-02 10:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Watch the sparks fly during this blacksmithing highlight and learn how iron tools were made on a 19th-century farm. The blacksmith was a vital tradesperson, crafting and repairing everything from hinges and hooks to plow parts and nails. Discover how a coal forge, anvil, and hammer were used to shape red-hot iron into useful items. You might even get to try your hand at working the bellows!
Date: Saturday, August 2ndTime: 10:00 am – 3:30 pmFee: Included with tour admission

Sauerkraut Making Day
2025-07-31 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Sauerkraut was an important staple in the early Pennsylvania German diet and a source of vital nutrients. See a special demonstration on sauerkraut preparation.

Date: Thursday, July 31st
Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: Included with tour admission

Bake Oven Highlight
2025-07-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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 these outdoor ovens to create the staples of their diet. Delicious aromas and warm loaves will fill the air as we bring this heritage skill to life. Samples will be available.
Date: Saturday, August 2Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Bake Oven Highlight
2025-07-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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 these outdoor ovens to create the staples of their diet. Delicious aromas and warm loaves will fill the air as we bring this heritage skill to life. Samples will be available.
Date: Saturday, July 26Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Wheat Weaving
2025-07-23 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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: Thursday, July 23rd
Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Karen Wood

A Visit with Emma Marsh
2025-07-22 10:00 - 15:30 | PA
Step into the year 1893 and meet Mrs. Emma Marsh Depper, who has spent the past five years building a life with her husband, Horace Depper—the fifth generation of the Depper family to inherit the Quiet Valley farm. In this engaging first-person interpretation, Emma welcomes guests into her home as neighbors, sharing what it’s like to run a household, care for livestock, and support her husband’s work on the land. Married in 1888, Emma offers a personal glimpse into married life, community traditions, and the rhythm of rural living at the end of the 19th century. Through her stories, visitors experience history not as a list of dates, but as the living memory of someone who lived it.
Date: Saturday, July 22Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Plein Air Art Show & Auction
2025-07-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for our second annual Plein Air/Studio Art On The Farm artists’ reception, judging, and silent auction on July 19 2025.

Saturday, July 19 1pm-4pm

12:00- Awards and Auction Opens
12:00-4:00- Silent Auction
4:00- Auction Winners Announced and Art Pieces available for pick up

Free admission to the art show does not include admission to the farm.

Ice Cream Social
2025-07-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Celebrate Fourth of July with homemade ice cream on the farm! Learn how ice cream would have been made on a rural from in the 1890s. It only takes a little hand cranking to get a sweet treat.

Date: Friday, July 4th
Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm
Fee: Included with tour admission

Spinning Bee
2025-07-03 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
For centuries spinning and weaving was a necessary activity for every family member. Preparation of the fiber, the spinning of thread or yarn and weaving of cloth were essential skills for the housewife. In early America much of a woman’s time was spent on this labor-intensive task. We will be demonstrating the spinning of wool and flax.
Date: Tuesday, July 3rd
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Sue Oiler & Friends

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.

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.

Adult and Child Spring Basket Workshop
2025-04-12 12:30 - 16:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for a fun and creative Parent & Child Spring Basket Class! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you and your child (ages 8+) will each craft your own beautiful 9″x9″ spring basket with a charming swing handle—perfect for Easter, picnics, or home décor.
Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you’ll learn basic basket-weaving techniques while working side by side to create a handmade treasure. This class is a great opportunity to bond, learn a new skill, and celebrate the season with a special keepsake.
Who: Adult & child pairs (ages 8+)
Cost: $95- include materials to make 2 baskets(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 2 fun colored spring baskets.
Capacity: Limited to 8 participants (4 pairs)
Instructor: Rachel 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.

Plein Air on the Farm
2025-04-01 10:00 - 2025-07-11 17:00 | PA
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will host a Plein Air Painting event and competition on the farm grounds this spring and summer. This is our second Plein Air event and we are excited to see the culmination of the talent in the artists’ work from our beautiful, historic location!

Registration: March 15- July 1, 2025
Painting Dates: April 15-July 11, 2025
Opening Reception and Awards and Auction Day July 19, 2025
Who: Artists 18 years of age and older
Price: $35

Registration will begin March 15, 2025.
Please click here for a copy of the Prospectus.

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.

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.

Improv Tote Bag Workshop
2025-03-15 09:30 - 14:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for some spring sewing fun at the farm and go home with your very own quilt-as-you go tote bag. This adorable bag can be made in just a few hours and is advanced beginner to intermediate sewer friendly. If you can use a sewing machine and can stitch straight lines then you’re already halfway there! Come learn how to piece, press & flip your way to a pretty lined spring tote using pre-cut 2 1/2″ strips and fusible foam for the shell and plain cotton fabric for the lining. Bring your sewing machine, a sharp pair of scissors, and a lunch along as we’ll take a break midway through. Finished bag is approx. 9″ x 5″x 11″h.

Ages: 15 and up
Saturday, March 15, 25 from 9:30am-2pm
Cost: $65 per person (QV Members receive 15% off- member discount does not apply with $10 off)
Special Offer: Register by March 10 and get $10 off! (member discount does not apply)
Participants should bring: sewing machine (email programs@quietvalley.org if you need to borrow one), sharp fabric scissors, and lunch/snacks

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

The fabrics used for the tote bag are pictured 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.

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.

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.

Flax & Linen Day
2024-08-06 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Flax (Linum usitatissimum), also known as common flax, is a member of the genus Linum in the family Linaceae. It is a food and fiber crop cultivated in cooler regions of the world. The textiles made from flax are known in the Western countries as linen, and traditionally used for bed sheets, underclothes, and table linen. In addition to referring to the plant itself, the word “flax” may refer to the unspun fibers of the flax plant. Flax fibers are taken from the stem of the plant, and are two to three times as strong as those of cotton. Additionally, flax fibers are naturally smooth and straight. Europe and North America depended on flax for vegetable-based cloth until the nineteenth century, when cotton overtook flax as the most common plant used for clothing and making rag-based paper. Come watch as flax is spun into linen thread and learn more about this amazing fiber.

Date: Tuesday August 6th
Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Sue Oiler & Friends

1890s Cooking Demonstration
2024-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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

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.

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.

Volunteer Costume Sewing Day
2024-02-18 13:00 - 17:00 | 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

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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

Bread and Butter (Family Program)
2023-07-22 13:00 - 15:00 | PA
Families are invited to join us for this unique family program, to learn about what goes into bread, from the wheat plant to a freshly baked loaf! We’ll start with a story to learn about the process of wheat to flour, then each participant will make a loaf of miniature bread to bake in our bake oven. While our bread is baking, we’ll make our own butter to have on our bread when it’s cooled!
When: Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $12 per child, $8 per adult
Class is limited to 12 families

Pottery Day
2023-07-14 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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 admission

Wood Carving Highlight
2023-06-29 10:00 - 15:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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

Sweet as a Pollinator (Family Program)
2023-06-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Our new family programming is aimed at ages 4-10 and focuses on the traditions and workings of our 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm. Each two-hour presentation will consist of an exploration of the day’s topic with visits to the historic buildings, stories, and activities. Following the program, participants can receive half off same-day admission to our Historic Farm Tours. All participants must register. At least one adult must be registered per family.

When: Thursday, Jun 22, 2023 from 10:00-12:00
Description: Have you ever wondered where honey comes from? Join us for pollinator week as we learn the purpose of bees on a farm, the anatomy of a bee, plant a pollinator garden, and, weather permitting, release butterflies to aid in pollination.
Cost: $12 per child, $8 per adult
Advanced registration must be completed by June 20. Program is limited to 12 families.

Victorian Picnic
2023-06-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
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, before the evening commences in a lantern-lit nature walk. While it is not required, all guests are encouraged to come dressed in their “Victorian Themed” best!

Price: $8 General Admission (Ages 3 & up)
Picnic Dinner Box Add-On: $12 Per Person (See Details Below)
Duration: 3 hrs

Dinner box details:

Each box includes a choice between an egg salad sandwich on a croissant, a chicken salad sandwich on a croissant, or a ham sandwich on a croissant; each served with homemade farmers’ cheese, crackers, grapes, and a pickle spear.

QV Members receive 15% off with discount code in email.
