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  • Adirondack Pack Baskets

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    Adirondack pack baskets follow in the tradition of shouldering a basket dating back to early Native American times. The Native Americans design was adopted by early settlers. ‍ Please wear old clothes that you don't care a lot about. ‍ Materials fee: $75 (Will be collected at the class.) ‍ This workshop includes: Materials

  • Whisk Broom Making

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    This class will give participants the opportunity to try their hand at combining broom corn and string to create 3 styles of whisk brooms to take home. We'll spend between 2-3 hours learning to use knots, a bit of tension, and a dose of creative intuition to construct brooms that should last you many years. […]

  • Genealogy Day

    Fort Klock Historic Restoration 7203 State Route 5, St. Johnsville, NY, United States

    Dive into your family roots with expert help, historical resources, and stories from the Mohawk Valley's past. Perfect for researchers and history buffs!

  • Amsterdam’s Independence Day Fest Sponsored by DANVANN

    Amsterdam Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Center, Amsterdam, NY, United States

    Live music with Big Sky Country food trucks and the biggest fireworks show in Amsterdam history all happening in Riverlink Park. There’s no better setting for Independence Day than sitting in a chair, watching good ole country music, with the water in the background! The city of Amsterdam is putting on an awesome celebration, so […]

  • Independence Day Celebration at Fort Klock

    Come join us for a unique opportunity to hear the Declaration of Independence read aloud and step back in time to experience life in Colonial America! Enjoy the rich history of the period while indulging in delicious strawberry shortcake and ice cream. Free parking is available! There will also be tours of the homestead, offering […]

  • Explore Handwoven Textiles from a Palatine German Collection

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    Willis Barshied Jr collected the textiles woven by his neighbors in the area of Stone Arabia New York. The collection is from the Palatine German culture dating from the 18th century through the early 19th century. This collection of textiles a unique look at everyday fabrics hand spun and hand woven in a radius of […]

  • Traditional Upholstery Workshop

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    In this two day class students will learn some of the history of early American upholstery as it came to us from France by way of England and was adapted by colonial craftsmen with the materials that they could obtain both locally and from imported sources.  We will discuss the simple tools and materials needed […]

  • Punched Tin Lantern

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    In this two-day workshop students will learn how to construct an iconic pierced tin barn lantern using traditional tools and techniques. Processes taught will include cutting, folding, rolling, soldering and wiring of tin plated sheet iron as well as the laying out and punching of the perforated designs that make these lanterns both durable and […]

  • Conservancy Hall Concerts 2026

    Glen Conservancy Hall 1538 Mill Point Road, Glen, NY, United States

     2026 Series in Glen, New York           Kent, Nannette, and Esther Knappenberger John Kirk and Trish Miller / 3:00 PM Sunday, July 12 Harp, Flute, Mandolin, Guitar, mountain dulcimer, fiddle, banjo, and dance, it’s all here in one afternoon of joyous music and dance presented masterfully by two families representing decades of […]

  • Old Window Maintenance

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    In this one day workshop you will learn the basic steps of maintaining your home’s original wood windows. We will learn how to replace broken glass, how to prepare sash (scraping, sanding), how to putty, and how to paint. We will also discuss how to make windows functional and energy efficient.

  • Learn how to Knit a Willow Basket

    Kilts Farm 172 Kilts Road, Fort Plain, NY, United States

    The Knitting Basket is an excellent beginner willow basket for those who would like to experience the techniques of traditional willow basketry. The basket is made of unpeeled willow with a small round base in pairing weave. Stakes are then graded out and inserted in the base, followed by bottom waling to secure the  stakes […]

  • Red, White & Block Party

    Bridge Street Bridge Street, St. Johnsville, NY, United States

    Save the Date for the St. Johnsville 4th Annual Red, White & Block Party celebrating America's 250th Anniversary.