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April 4, 2020 @ 8:30 am
2020-04-04T08:30:00-04:00
2020-04-04T08:45:00-04:00
HSI Events

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.

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Upcoming Events

Mar
22
Sun
2:00 pm Court Cavalier: Anna Thoma of Ep...
Court Cavalier: Anna Thoma of Ep...
Mar 22 @ 2:00 pm
Learn about the unique life of Anna Thoma, daughter of Durst Thoma, owner of the land that eventually became the historic Schaeffer Farm and the village of Schaefferstown. Anna joined the monastic life at Ephrata Cloister, wrote hymns and became Conrad Beissel’s favorite singer. Lydia Jones is a graduate of Lycoming College with BA degrees in Archaeology and Culture of…
Apr
4
Sat
8:30 am Refresh the Farm Day
Refresh the Farm Day
Apr 4 @ 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.
Apr
26
Sun
2:00 pm Real Photo Postcards: Their Role...
Real Photo Postcards: Their Role...
Apr 26 @ 2:00 pm
Former State Librarian Donald R. Brown will present a slide show and display Real Photo postcards of Lebanon County, the Lebanon Valley and elsewhere. He will explore the role of Real Photo postcards in the democratization of photography as well as their part in the Great Postcard Craze of 1905-1914. This medium made its debut between 1902 and 1904, recording…
Jun
27
Sat
10:00 am Cherry Fair & Early American Cra...
Cherry Fair & Early American Cra...
Jun 27 @ 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 27 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
12
Sun
2:00 pm Afternoon Garden Tea on the Farm
Afternoon Garden Tea on the Farm
Jul 12 @ 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 July 12 Starting Time: 2:00PM Fee: $5.00 suggested donation Details: 717-949-2244
Jul
20
Mon
10:00 am Young Villagers Colonial Workshop
Young Villagers Colonial Workshop
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – Jul 23 @ 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 20 – 23 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.
Jul
25
Sat
9:00 am 3rd Annual WWII Weekend
3rd Annual WWII Weekend
Jul 25 @ 9:00 am – Jul 26 @ 3:00 pm
The 3rd Annual WWII Weekend is coming to the Historic Alexander Schaeffer Farm for 2 exciting days of demonstrations, displays and battle reenactments. Donations to HSI are appreciated. Food will be available for purchase. Parking fee. For details about the schedule of events and reenactor registration, please visit eastpennreenactors.weebly.com. Date: Sat. July 25 9am-5pm, Sun. July 26 9am-3pm Fee: $5.00 Parking (Donations to…
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Sponsored by:

Bachleda AdvertisingBalsbaugh InsuranceForce PackageKeller Brothers FordLebanon Federal Credit UnionPlain & Fancy Custom CabinetryZimmeys Automotive
Our thanks to the following businesses for donating their talent and resources:
• Barry Hostetter CPA
• Browns Signs
• Bowmans Tree Service
• David Hibshman Welding
• D&D Ginder
• Hackman Paving Inc.
• Krall's Landscaping
• Leroy Yoder Construction
• Terry Breidenstine Antique Appraiser
• The Tweed Weasel Folk Art & Primitives
• Tim Frederick Construction
• Waste Industries Inc.
Plus, we appreciate all the individual volunteers who reliably support our Mission.
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