Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm

Bake Oven Highlight
2026-06-20 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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, June 20Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Summer Opening Day
2026-06-20 10:00 - 17:00
Opening Day 2026 – Celebrate Summer at Quiet Valley!
Kick off the summer season with us on Opening Day 2026! Explore the farm and enjoy a full day of hands-on experiences, historic tours, and seasonal activities for all ages.

Historic Farm Tours: Step back in time as our guides show you the daily life on a 19th-century farm, from the old kitchen to the barnyard.
Bake Oven Fresh Bread: Watch as our traditional bake oven comes to life and enjoy the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread. Taste the results for yourself!
Family-Friendly Activities: There’s something for everyone, from children’s hands-on demonstrations to interactive exhibits highlighting farm life and history.

Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Rain or Shine)Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMAdmission: $15 Adults / $8 Children (Ages 3–12)Advanced tickets are not required
Experience a day of learning, history, and fun—the perfect way to welcome summer at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm!

Summer Season Farm Tours
2026-06-20 10:00 - 2026-09-07 17:00
Step back in time and experience life on a traditional 1800s Pennsylvania German farm. During the summer season, costumed interpreters demonstrate the daily work, skills, and traditions that shaped rural life in northeastern Pennsylvania. Visit historic buildings, meet the farm animals, explore the gardens, and learn about spinning, weaving, hearth cooking, food preservation, farming, and more.
Each week features rotating Summer Highlights demonstrations showcasing heritage crafts and historic trades. On Saturdays, visitors can enjoy fresh bread samples from the outdoor bake oven. Optional activities such as wagon rides, garden tours, and visits to the one-room schoolhouse may also be available.
For a complete description of the tour experience, visit our Summer Season Farm Tour page.
Date: June 20 – September 7, 2026
Time: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Fee: $15 Adults, $8 Children (Ages 3–12)
Learn more: Summer Season Farm Tour Program Offering

German Folded Paper Star
2026-06-23 10:00 - 15:30
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 Crafts Day
2026-06-25 10:00 - 15:30
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
Fee: Included with tour admission

Quiet Valley Fibershed
2026-06-25 10:00 - 16:00
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 together to develop their skills, conduct research, and share their knowledge with visitors through demonstrations and special projects. By following the journey of fiber from farm to finished product, participants help preserve traditional textile arts and highlight the important role fibers played in everyday life on nineteenth-century Pennsylvania farms.
Visitors are invited to stop by the Fibershed on Thursdays to meet our young fiber artists, learn about historic textile production, and see traditional fiber crafts in action.
Date: Thursdays between June 20 – September 7, 2026
Time: During regular museum hours, Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00am–4:00pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Quiet Valley Youth Fibershed Participants and Staff Mentors

Wagon Rides
2026-06-25 11:00 - 14:00
Take a seat and enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride through Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. This 20–25 minute ride travels around the farm and along our wagon road, passing the orchard and the pond where ice was once harvested each winter. Along the way, you’ll experience the beauty of the farm from a different perspective while learning about the landscape and its historic uses.
Wagon rides are offered as a special activity and are not included with general admission. Tickets are $5 per person and may be purchased on-site. Ride schedule subject to change due to severe weather, rain, and or temps over 90 degrees fahrenheit.
Date: June 35, 2026
Time: 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Children’s Day
2026-06-27 10:00 - 15:30
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
Time: 10am to 3:30pm
Admission : $15 adults / $8 children age 3 – 12

Civil War Encampment
2026-06-27 10:00 - 16:00
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 10:30am – 4:00pm
Fee: Included with tour admission

Fiber Arts Day
2026-06-30 10:00 - 15:30
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, & linen from start to finish are just some of the fiber arts on display.

Date: Tuesday, June 30th
Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Linda Verwey

Woven Cane and Shaker Tape Seat Weaving
2026-07-03 10:00 - 15:30
Demonstration of rush seat weaving and explanation/illustration of other various materials and techniques of woven seats.

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

Bake Oven Highlight
2026-07-04 10:00 - 15:00
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 4Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Fourth of July Celebration: America250
2026-07-04 10:00 - 15:30
Join us as we celebrate Independence Day and explore the stories of the American Revolution through the lives of the families who called Quiet Valley home. This year’s program highlights the upcoming America250 commemoration and the experiences of local Pennsylvania Germans during the Revolutionary War era.
Visitors can enjoy old-fashioned children’s games, an ice cream social, flag lore, and a history bee in the one-room schoolhouse. Throughout the day, guests will also have the opportunity to meet Katherine Depper Meyer and Johann Ludwig Meyer in a special first-person interpretive program as they share their experiences living at Quiet Valley during the Revolutionary War and recount Johann Ludwig’s service as a Hessian soldier before settling in Pennsylvania.
Date: Saturday, July 4th
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Quiet Valley Staff

Soap Making
2026-07-08 10:00 - 15:30
Learn about traditional soap making during our demo! Join us to see how we get the lye and use lard to make our soap for the year.

Date: Wednesday, July 8th
Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: Included with tour admission

Rooster Run/Walk 5k
2026-07-11 09:00
Tour the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm property over hill and dale past the farm ponds, pastures, apple orchards, historical buildings and over a covered bridge. Course has varying surfaces including grass, dirt, gravel and paved roads.

Date: July 11, 2026
Time: 9am
Entry Fee: $30 Online / $40 Event Day

Race day registration and bib pickup will begin at 7:30 AM at the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA. Registration closes 15 minutes before the event starts, please be considerate of others and register on time.

Bake Oven Highlight
2026-07-11 10:00 - 15:00
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 11Time: 10:00am – 3:00pmFee: Included with tour admission

Sauerkraut Making
2026-07-17 10:00 - 17:00
Sauerkraut making was a cherished tradition on 1800s Pennsylvania German family farms, where freshly harvested cabbage was shredded, salted, and fermented in large crocks to preserve it through the winter. This nutritious staple provided a reliable source of food during the colder months and reflected the family’s resourcefulness and strong cultural heritage.

Music in the Valley
2026-07-18 10:00 - 17:00
Music in the Valley features various groups performing traditional music at different locations on the farm. This is a wonderful opportunity to speak to the musicians and learn about folk instruments and the traditional music of the 19th century. Enjoy this special day of wonderful, old-fashion entertainment. The event will be held under tents, rain or shine. The day ends with a jam session around 3:30pm.

Date: July 18, 2026 (Rain or Shine)
Time: 10am to 4p

Wheat Weaving
2026-07-23 10:00 - 17:00
Wheat weaving was a traditional folk craft practiced by many Pennsylvania German farm families in the 1800s. These handwoven pieces were often displayed in the home or given as gifts, reflecting both the agricultural heritage and skilled craftsmanship of rural Pennsylvania German communities.

Blacksmithing
2026-07-25 10:00 - 17:00
On a 1800s Pennsylvania German family farm, blacksmithing was an essential trade that kept the farm running by forging and repairing horseshoes, wagon parts, tools, and household hardware. The family blacksmith combined practical skill with traditional craftsmanship, creating durable ironwork that supported both daily farm life and the surrounding rural community.

Traditional Dyeing
2026-07-30 10:00 - 15:30
The average Early American settler used wool from sheep and linen made from flax for their clothing. When processed, both fibers are an off white to tan color. Since color in clothing was usually desirable, the farm wife would have to use natural plant materials to dye the skeins of yarn or fabric. Come discover how cloth was given its vibrant colors in the era before chemical dyes.

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

Master Gardener Garden Party
2026-08-01 10:00 - 17:00
Join the Penn State Master Gardeners in our historical garden and learn about how vegetables and herbs were used on a 1800s family farm.

Cheese Making
2026-08-06 10:00 - 15:30
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 whey is drained off. Further pressing out of the moisture yields the malleable solid results of pot cheese, while even more pressing makes farmer cheese, which is solid, dry and crumbly. Adding herbs, garlic or other ingredients creates a soft, flavored spread. Enjoy samples as we take you through the process of making farmer’s cheese.

Date: Thursday, August 6th
Time: 10:00am – 3:30pm
Fee: Included with tour admission
Instructor: Carol Carpenetti

Cheese Making
2026-08-06 10:00 - 17:00
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.

Pottery Day
2026-08-07 10:00 - 15:30
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 admission

Heritage Craft Day
2026-08-08 10:00 - 17:00
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 involved as well as some of the history behind them. There will be demonstrations such as basket making, bobbin lace, tatting, weaving, quilling, rope making and pottery. Come learn about some of the many historic folk crafts practiced by our ancestors. You may be a future demonstrator “in the making”!

Date: Saturday August 8, 2026 (Rain or Shine)
Time: 10am to 5:00
Admission: $15 adults / $8 children age 3 – 12

Herbs and Native Plants
2026-08-11 10:00 - 17:00
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.

One Room School House
2026-08-13 10:00 - 17:00
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 life.

Leather and Horn Work
2026-08-20 10:00 - 17:00
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.

Pocono State Craft Festival
2026-08-22 10:00 - 17:00
Two great days to shop for high quality art and hand crafted items sure to become family heirlooms. Enjoy demonstrations, live music, artisanal bread sale; the historic buildings will be open for viewing with interpreters sharing information about the farm museum’s original settlers.
The Pocono State Craft Festival supports the activities of two non-profit organizations: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm and the Pocono chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen. These organizations provide year round cultural, educational and community events for the region and beyond.
https://poconoarts.org/event/pocono-state-craft-festival/
http://www.poconocrafts.com/

Admission: Adults $7 – get a $1 off discount coupon when you join our Mailing List.
Kids 12 and under Free!
Festival hours are 10am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday August 22 and 23, 2026
Parking is free.
Since this is a farm it is not fully ADA compliant, however folks with walkers or wheel chairs can enjoy the festival. Accessible parking is close to the gate.
The farm will be closed for tours on August 22 for vendor set-up.

Quiet Valley is a working farm, smoking and pets (except service dogs) are not permitted!
