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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead:  Sheep Shearing
DESCRIPTION:Come see our sheep get their annual haircuts and participate in many of the steps used to turn raw fleece into clothing including washing\, carding\, spinning\, and dyeing! Continuing the tradition of animal husbandry\, the Farmstead is home to heritage breed sheep that would have been familiar to the colonial farmers including Hog Island and Leicester Longwool.
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-sheep-shearing/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun,Educational
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: Park Day
DESCRIPTION:CPF is participating in Park Day through the American Battlefield Trust! Join us and parks around the country for a day of volunteer service to support local historic sites. RSVP at director@colonialfarmstead.org. Free admission to the farm for those registered and participating in Park Day.
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-park-day/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: A Common Thread
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the common threads of linen and wool that were essential to everyday dress\, economics\, and politics during the Revolution. Lend a hand processing flax and carding wool in honor of National Textile Day! \n  \nStorytime at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM\, How a Shirt Grew in the Field. \n  \nLast admission at 3 PM. \n$12 for Adults\, $8 for Children 4-12\, Children under 4 are free
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-a-common-thread/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun,Educational
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead:  Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Explore the vital role of textiles in colonial life and learn the basics of weaving on tape looms and the site’s 18th century barn loom. \n  \n$25 members/$45 non-members \nLimit 6 participants
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-weaving/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Educational
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: A Common Thread
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the common threads of linen and wool that were essential to everyday dress\, economics\, and politics during the Revolution. Lend a hand processing flax and carding wool in honor of National Textile Day! \n  \nStorytime at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM\, How a Shirt Grew in the Field. \n  \nLast admission at 3 PM. \n$12 for Adults\, $8 for Children 4-12\, Children under 4 are free
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-a-common-thread/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation:  Art on the Farm: Animal Drawing
DESCRIPTION:The Philadelphia area has a long tradition of natural history illustration going back to Charles Wilson Peale’s natural history museum and the establishment of first art school in the country –The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Continuing this naturalistic tradition\, we are offering a unique opportunity to experience our historical farm family via a beginner animal drawing workshop. Guided by an experienced artist you will be introduced to a variety of techniques\, sources of inspiration and suggestions for structuring your own drawing practice. \n  \nInstructor Bio: \nBeth Haebel is a visual artist who has exhibited in juried shows and galleries in the area. She has been a volunteer at Colonial Farmstead for over ten years and has recently turned her attention to creating naturalistic paintings the animals who live and work at our farm. She has taught drawing and painting in a variety of settings including community art centers and museums. \n  \nLight refreshments will provided but we suggest you bring lunch. We will be working primarily on a table but you are welcome to bring a portable chair or stool. \nMaterials Needed: \nInexpensive newsprint pad approx. 8 x 10 \nSpiral bound sketchbook approximately 11 x 14 \nNumber 2 or HB pencils\, pen felt tip or ballpoint \nEraser – White pearl or pink
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-plantation-art-on-the-farm-animal-drawing/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Arts & Culture,Workshops/Classes,Educational
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation:  Hand Tilling
DESCRIPTION:Explore the traditional skill and art of tilling using historical techniques and manual tools. This hands-on session led by the Farmstead’s Historic Farm Manager will cover manual tilling techniques\, dealing with sward\, soil health\, and integrated gardening. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to prepare a productive field or plot using hand tools and labor. \n  \nLimit 10 participants \n$25 members/$45 non-members
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-plantation-hand-tilling/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Workshops/Classes,Educational
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead:  Hand Tilling
DESCRIPTION:Explore the traditional skill and art of tilling using historical techniques and manual tools. This hands-on session led by the Farmstead’s Historic Farm Manager will cover manual tilling techniques\, dealing with sward\, soil health\, and integrated gardening. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to prepare a productive field or plot using hand tools and labor. \n  \nLimit 10 participants \n$25 members/$45 non-members
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-hand-tilling/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Workshops/Classes
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: Breadbasket of the Revolution: Bread and Cheese Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover why Pennsylvania was known as the “breadbasket” of the colonies and how the production of bread and cheese was essential to daily life and the local economy. Participants will step into the colonial kitchen to prepare bread and cheese and have the opportunity to sample flavors of the past. \n  \n$55 members/$75 non-members \nLimit 8 participants
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-breadbasket-of-the-revolution-bread-and-cheese-workshop/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Workshops/Classes
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: Basketmaking
DESCRIPTION:Baskets were essential in the colonial period for gathering\, marketing\, and everyday household tasks; an indispensable tool in both town and farm life. Led by instructor\, Karen Wychock\, participants will create a square storage basket using traditional techniques. \nMeasuring 10” x 10” x 11\,” the basket features bushel basket handles and oak runners to support whatever it holds. You can choose to weave it natural or add color to create a pattern – the choice is yours! Whether you are a novice or an advanced weaver\, this basket will make the perfect addition to your home. \nAll materials are provided. Attendees are asked to bring an apron or towel\, as the reed will be worked wet. The workshop includes a 30-minute lunch break; participants should plan to bring their own lunch. \nLearn more about instructor Karen Wychock. \n$80 members/ $100 non members
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-basketmaking/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Workshops/Classes
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: Revolutionary Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Discover how an 18th century garden served as the cornerstone for survival\, health\, and creativity for colonial farm families. \n  \nStorytime: 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM \n  \nLast admission at 3 PM. \n$12 for Adults\, $8 for Children 4-12\, Children under 4 are free
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-revolutionary-gardens/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun,Workshops/Classes
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SUMMARY:Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead: French and Indian Day with Chester County Militia
DESCRIPTION:From 1754 to 1763 the French and Indian War played out across Colonial America as the French and British fought for control of the frontier. This conflict determined not only the future of the Pennsylvania frontier but also events that put the loyal colonials on a path to revolution! Visit the French and Chester County militia campsites to learn from the soldiers about their uniforms\, weapons\, and strategy for fighting in the American wilderness. \n  \nLast admission at 3 PM. \n$12 for Adults\, $8 for Children 4-12\, Children under 4 are free
URL:https://visitdelco.com/event/colonial-pennsylvania-farmstead-french-and-indian-day-with-chester-county-militia/
LOCATION:Colonial PA Farmstead\, 3900 Sandy Flash Drive\, Newtown Square\, PA\, 19073\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Family Fun,Educational
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