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Upcoming Events

Apr

Sun

2:00 pm Writing History – Presented by R...

Writing History – Presented by R...

Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm

What is sometimes presented to us as history is often slanted, incomplete, or simply erroneous. What to believe? Author, Civil War historian and former ELCO teacher, Robert Trout will discuss the problems historians face when writing the history of a person or event. Mr. Trout will illustrate this by discussing some of his own research and writing on the American…

Apr

Sat

8:30 am Refresh the Farm Day

Refresh the Farm Day

Apr 27 @ 8:30 am

Calling All Volunteers! We need your hands-on help for several preseason must-dos – clean-ups, repairs, and more. Have fun the while the work gets done! To sign up or learn more, please call 717-949-2244 for details.

Jun

Sat

10:00 am Cherry Fair & Early American Cra...

Cherry Fair & Early American Cra...

Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Since the 1700s, the Schaefferstown Cherry Fair has thrilled visitors. Now held at the historic Schaeffer Farm, guests can enjoy skilled artisans, entertainment, demonstrations, food, games and Forebay Gift Shop. Schaeffer House tour included. Date: Saturday June 22 Time: Sat. 10:00AM – 5:00PM Fee: Members – Free, Non-members – $5.00 per person, children 12 & under free with an adult. No pets please. Details: 717-949-2244

Jul

Sun

2:00 pm Afternoon Garden Tea on the Farm

Afternoon Garden Tea on the Farm

Jul 14 @ 2:00 pm

Tour the Schaeffer House and Heirloom Garden at the farm, enjoy a dry house demonstration, and learn about edible plants and organic gardening. Books, seeds and refreshments offered. Date: Sunday Jul4 14 Starting Time: 2:00PM Fee: $5.00 suggested donation Details: 717-949-2244

Jul

Mon

10:00 am Young Villagers Colonial Workshop

Young Villagers Colonial Workshop

Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – Jul 18 @ 3:00 pm

Children going into grades 4 through 7 in the fall are sure to enjoy our Young Villagers Colonial Workshop where they can learn many traditional crafts. Held on Alexander Schaeffer farm at 213 S. Carpenter St. Date: July 15 – 18 Time: 10:00AM – 3:00PM each day Fee: Members – $45.00 per child, Non-members – $65.00 per child Details: To register, please call 717-866-5242.

Sep

Sat

10:00 am Fall Harvest Fair – Saturday

Fall Harvest Fair – Saturday

Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come spend a weekend with us at our Fall Harvest Fair held on the historic Alexander Schaeffer Farm at 213 S. Carpenter St Learn how to make apple cider and apple butter or simply enjoy wonderful PA German food and crafts from the 1800s. There will be ongoing farm events and demonstrations. Date: Two days! Sept. 14-15 Time: Sat. 10:00AM – 5:00PM, Sun. 11:30AM – 4:30PM Fee: Members – Free, Non-members – $5.00 per person, children 12 &…

Sep

Sun

11:30 am Fall Harvest Fair – Sunday

Fall Harvest Fair – Sunday

Sep 15 @ 11:30 am – 4:30 pm

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