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
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 […]
Maple Sugaring Day is a special members-only event that gives Quiet Valley’s members a chance to participate in a unique experience. Along with seeing the maple syrup getting made they get a chance to sample pancakes with our homemade syrup, eggs boiled in sap, and potatoes cooked in a Dutch oven over the flames. To […]
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 […]
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 […]
It is that time of year again! We will hold our Annual Membership Meeting and Potluck. It will be held on May 4, 2024, beginning at 1:30 PM. There will also be great food, a silent auction, presentations, and a chance to learn about the goings on at the Farm. Members can pre-order their tickets […]
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 […]