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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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", […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]