Have you ever wondered how people in the past made soap? Join us for an evening of learning how! Then, learn how we make soap today. Each participant will make two types of soap---one traditional lye soap and one moisturizing soap. Ages: 15 and up Cost: $45 per person (QV members, check your email or […]
How have inventions helped agricultural practices over time? Participants will learn about some of the inventions that influenced Quiet Valley and try their hand at solving an agricultural problem using their own inventing skills. Ages: 7 – 12 yrs. Cost: $23.00 per class (QV Members receive 15% off with code in email) When: 9:30a – […]
What superstitions did people follow when planting their gardens? During this class, participants will learn about these superstitions and explore the farm for some of the early signs of spring. Ages: 7 – 12 yrs. Cost: $23.00 per class (QV Members receive 15% off with code in email) When: 9:30a – 12:00p Registration for this […]
Make a beautiful round or oval Easter Basket with an oak base! Join us for basket-making at Quiet Valley, presented by Baskets and Boards. You'll make the basket pictured above and complete the class by staining your finished basket. Dyed reed can be added to the basket for a festive feel or left plain. The […]
Join us to learn how people cooked in the past. Try your hand at different cooking techniques used on our open hearth. We’ll learn about using what’s available and make seasonally appropriate dishes to sample. Ages: 7 – 12 yrs. Cost: $23.00 per class (QV Members receive 15% off with code in email) When: 9:30a […]
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 […]
Instructors: Pocono Dulcimer Club The Mountain Dulcimer is a traditional folk instrument of the Appalachian Mountains. In this workshop, participants will learn the basic skills needed to play a few simple folk songs. You'll learn how to hold the instrument, some simple strumming patterns,. and how to read the dulcimer tablature. We'll put it all […]
Instructors: Janice Sonnen Economical 19th-century women saved wool scraps from men's suits, hats, and blankets, then used coins as templates to create designs out of the circles. Learn about this art and join us for this Pinwheel Pattern Penny Rug workshop. This project, run by Janice Sonnen, uses a variety of stitches. Participants should bring […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]