Museum Day Live! 2016 Get FREE tickets for Gibbs Farm on Saturday, September 24, on the Museum Day Live! website. We'll be having site tours: Pioneer Tour at 10:30/12:30/2:30 and Dakota Tour at 11:30 & 1:30. Go to the Gibbs Farm Museum Day Live! page for tickets. You must bring your Museum Day Live! ticket […]
As the long days of winter settle in, join the fun during the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and embrace the season! Saint Paul Winter Carnival Winter Carnival events take place all over Saint Paul, with several events in Landmark Center. For more information on any Winter Carnival events visit www.wintercarnival.com. Friday, January 27, take in […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Brian McMahon, The Ford Century in Minnesota History Revealed Series February 23, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library – Roseville Free and open to all Join the Ramsey County Historical Society for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range […]
Dr. Jeremy Nienow, Archaeology at Lake Vadnais History Revealed Series March 13, 2017 Monday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library – Shoreview Free and open to all. No reservations needed. Learn more about the early inhabitants of our area as archaeologist Jeremy Nienow presents findings from last summer’s 2016 volunteer archaeological survey around Lake Vadnais, sponsored […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Paul D. Nelson, The Golden Couple: Billy and Nellie Francis History Revealed Series March 16, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library – Roseville Free and open to all. William T. (Billy) and Nellie Francis were “The Golden Couple” in Ramsey County in the 1920’s. They were good-looking, intelligent, successful, […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Stephen Osman: Fort Snelling and the Civil War History Revealed Series April 20, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library - Roseville Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Jeremy Nienow: Archaeological Leads and Mysteries of Ramsey County History Revealed Series May 16, 2017 Tuesday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library - Roseville Free and open to all. No reservations needed. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide […]
Spring Volunteer Day at Gibbs Farm Help us prepare for our annual site opening! Gibbs Farm could use your help in getting ready for our Season Opening! We'll have chores […]
Opening Weekend at Gibbs Farm! Come and see us, we'll be open for the 2017 season starting Saturday and Sunday, May 27 & 28, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Visit our […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Steve Trimble, Ethel Stewart & Gibbs Farm: A Unique Adventure History Revealed Series June 15, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library - Roseville Free […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
Celebrate Minnesota’s First People! Dakota Day Gibbs Farm Tipi Join us as we celebrate the lifeways, language, stories, arts, and games of Minnesota's First People. Have you ever wondered what […]
We invite our Muslim friends and neighbors to celebrate Eid with us at Gibbs Farm! Enjoy the beautiful gardens and prairie of historic Gibbs Farm, bring a picnic lunch to […]
Join us at the Roseville RoseFest Parade on Monday, June 26! The Parade starts at 6:15 pm, starting at Roseville High School and running to just past City Hall to Civic Center Drive. For more information on the Parade, see http://rosefestparade.org/
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived and visited at Gibbs Farm. Fridays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 9, 2017 - Orchard Day, Pest Control and Maintenance Gibbs Farm Heritage Orchard will be […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived and visited at Gibbs Farm. Fridays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 9, 2017 - Orchard Day, Pest Control and Maintenance Gibbs Farm Heritage Orchard will be […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived and visited at Gibbs Farm. Fridays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 9, 2017 - Orchard Day, Pest Control and Maintenance Gibbs Farm Heritage Orchard will be […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived and visited at Gibbs Farm. Fridays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 9, 2017 - Orchard Day, Pest Control and Maintenance Gibbs Farm Heritage Orchard will be […]
Irvine Park Homes & History Join the energetic and insightful Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s famous Irvine Park area. The tour will feature some of Irvine Park’s most intriguing homes and history. Denise will give you an overview of the area’s history, discuss some of its infamous personalities, […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Eileen McCormack, James J. Hill & Family: Early Saint Paul, Early Railroads, Lasting Legacy History Revealed Series August 24, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library - Roseville Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a […]
Join us on Fridays at Gibbs Farm to explore a craft, garden or kitchen heritage topic, focusing on the lives of the pioneers and of the Dakota people who lived […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, […]
Bench Building Project for Gibbs Farm Help us get ready for our fall field trip season! We need at least 10 more benches before hundreds of students come each week […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents John Anfinson, Fountains of Life and Death: The Origins of the Twin Cities Water Supply System History Revealed Series September 21, 2017 Thursday, noon Landmark Center Gallery Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Krista Finstad Hanson, Minnesota’s Historic House Museums History Revealed Series September 28, 2017 Thursday, 7 p.m. Ramsey County Library - Roseville Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn from the […]
Apple Crafts, Apple Games, Apple Fun! Gibbs Farm Apple Festival Included in general admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, $5 children 3 and up Free for RCHS members Join us for a day of apple fun for all ages! There will be live music by Light of the Moon, games, treats, crafts, tours and a […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Paul Nelson, Melvin Maas, Saint Paul's Flying Congressman History Revealed Series October 26, 2017 Thursday, 7:00 pm Ramsey County Roseville Library Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn from […]
Public Tour Schedule Change for Sunday, October 29th, 2017 The Gibbs Farmhouse and One-Room Schoolhouse will be closed on October 29th, therefore regular tours of these buildings will not occur on this date. Please join us for a Dakota tour at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 to learn all about seasonal rounds of Dakota […]
Gibbs Farm Fall Volunteer Day November 11, 2017 11:00am-4:00pm Help us close the site for the winter! It was a fantastic season, and now it’s time to prepare for the cold weather. We need volunteers for outdoor projects, which include taking down signs, covering garden beds, working in the compost pile and more! This event […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents John Watson Milton, For the Good of the Order: Nick Coleman History Revealed Series November 30, 2017 Thursday, 7:00 pm Ramsey County Roseville Library Free and open to all. Join RCHS for a new series, History Revealed, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of […]
Ramsey County Historical Society is proud to partner with TPT-Twin Cities PBS to produce a ground-breaking new documentary, North Star: Civil War Stories, which uncovers hidden details of African-American men from Minnesota involved in the Civil War. Using emerging research and scholarship, North Star: Civil War Stories looks at the lives and contributions of these […]
Even though the warm weather is taking its time, field trip season is fast approaching and we need help doing some outdoor spring clean-up! Projects include garden prep, trash pickup and minor landscaping. This is a great time to learn about additional volunteer opportunities at Gibbs Farm, plus volunteers will receive a complimentary admission for […]
Help us prepare our site for opening day! Check back soon for more details! RSVP to [email protected]
Join us Memorial Day Weekend for our 2018 Opening Event! Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Enjoy Gibbs Farm Homemade Ice Cream after every tour! Tours Meet our farm animals: Help us feed the goats: 10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm Name the chickens contest: Ongoing Meet our piglets, […]
June 3: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer! Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice Cream Demonstrations will take place at the following times: 11:00am 12:oopm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm Ice cream is included in general admission. Admissions: $8 […]
Make your very own woven basket to take home. Demonstration will be led by experienced Gibbs Farm Staff. Recommended age: 10 and up. Admission is limited, so register soon! Two sessions: 11am and 2pm. Basket making activity will take approximately 90 minutes. Pre-registration is required. Pay regular admission on day of event. Please register for one […]
June 17: Make your own Sundae! Fathers' Day Special: Dads get free admission! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. We'll provide our own homemade ice cream and a variety of fixins' for you to craft your own sundae creation to enjoy while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream […]
Tea Party on the Lawn Saturday, June 23rd Two sessions: 11am and 1pm Join us at a late morning or mid-afternoon tea on the front lawn of the old Gibbs Farmhouse. Costumed Gibbs Farm Staff will serve tea, lemonade, and treats while giving guests an introduction to Victorian Era mannerisms. Pre-registration and payment is required. […]
July 1: Patriotic Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations […]
MN Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm volunteers Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan will lead a 45 minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site. Learn to identify woody plants and […]
July 15: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice […]
We are spreading the fun on this toasty summer! Come join us in a hands-on presentation of pioneer butter making. Use a real churn, learn about "Lazy Daiseys" and try real […]
Celebrating Minnesota's First People. Celebrating the Dakota, Past and Present Programs for the day will include stations where guests can learn about the seasonal life of the Dakota of Cloud Man's Village: Wild Ricing, Tipi Life, a tour of our replica Bark Lodge, and much more! U of MN Dakota Language Instructors will be leading […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. July 29: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Admissions: […]
Learn all about attending class in our real 1880s Schoolhouse! Children will get to learn 19th century lessons, write on slate boards with chalk, sing along with songs played on our organ, and even participate in a spelling bee! All activities will be led by our costumed School Marm, Miss Lake. Schoolhouse sessions take place at […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. August 12: Make your own Sundae! Admissions: $8 […]
Special Event: Member Celebration & Thank-You at Gibbs Farm! Saturday, August 18, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Free Admission! Everyone is invited - bring your friends and family Join us for a very special day with RCHS & Gibbs Farm as we celebrate and thank all of our members, supporters and friends, and introduce new guests to […]
Join us for our last Ice Cream Sunday of the Season! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into […]
Learn all about the importance of pollinators and dip your very own beeswax candle to take home! Candle dipping sessions at 11am, 12pm, and 1pm. The Bell Museum will be joining us with their honey bee hive! Participation in candle dipping activity is included in regular Gibbs Farm admission: Adults- $8, Seniors- $7, Children 4-16- […]
Join us on September 22 for a day of family-friendly apple fun at Gibbs Farm. Our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers, taste samples of our apples, and try your hand at the cider press. We’ll have games, crafts and special treats as well as tours of the […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Bill Lindeke, Saint Paul - Then & Now History Revealed Series September 27, 2018 Thursday, 7:00 pm Ramsey County Roseville Library Free and open to all. Join RCHS for History Revealed, our program series featuring presentations and tours from the best of local historians, authors and archaeologists, with a wide […]
Join us on Saturday, October 13th from 11am-2pm for pumpkin carving fun! Artist Peggy Stern will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. Registration Closed. Cost to participate is included in the regular Gibbs Farm admission fee: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16, Free for Children 3 […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Krista Finstad Hanson, Japanese American Resettlement to St. Paul during World War II: The International Institute, The War Relocation Authority, and Ruth & Earl Tanabara History Revealed Series October 25, 2018 Thursday, 7:00 pm Ramsey County Roseville Library Free and open to all. Join RCHS for History Revealed, our program series featuring […]
Included in general admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, $5 children 4 and up Free for RCHS members Halloween fun for everyone! Come trick-or-treat at the historic Gibbs Farm House, hunt for pennies in a haystack, participate in a costume contest, and listen to “spooky” stories in a one-room schoolhouse. Crafts, games, treats, and music from […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents History Revealed: A Toast to History at Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery Eric Dregni, Let's Go Fishing!: Fish Tales from the North Woods Thursday, May 9, 2019 7:45 pm (note new time) Free and open to all. Join RCHS for History Revealed, our program series featuring presentations and tours from the […]
Special Event: Member Celebration & Opening Day at Gibbs Farm! Saturday, May 25, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Free Admission! Everyone is invited – bring your friends and family Join us for a very special day with RCHS & Gibbs Farm as we open our site for the season and celebrate and thank all of our members, […]
June 2: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious […]
June 16: Make your own Sundae! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy […]
On Saturday June 22nd, participate in educational archaeology programming led by Archeologist Kassie Bradshaw Kmitch. Examine real artifacts, try your hand at throwing an atlatl, and much more! Sessions are one hour and are at 11am, 1pm, and 2pm. Program is included in the cost of regular admission: Adults-$8, Seniors-$7, Children-$5 RCHS Members: Free!
June 30: Patriotic Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Saturday, July 6th; 11am & 1pm Join Gibbs Farm Site Interpreter, Andrea Nehring, for an all-ages tour of our restored native prairie. This special tour is included in the regular cost of admission. Pre-registration is not required. Gibbs Farm Admission: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16, Free for RCHS Members.
July 14: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 9:30am-11:30am $19 per day $17.10 RCHS Member Price All children, ages 4-5 The perfect camp for younger children! Each camp covers one pioneer, Dakota, or nature-related topic and includes plenty of hands-on activities and a craft to take home. A snack is included. 7/17 - All about Sheep! Campers will learn […]
Tea Party on the Lawn Saturday, July 20 Two sessions: 11am and 1pm Join us at a late morning or mid-afternoon tea on the front lawn of the old Gibbs Farmhouse. Costumed Gibbs Farm Staff will serve tea, lemonade, and treats while giving guests an introduction to Victorian Era mannerisms. Click here to register! Pre-registration […]
Come and see what's blooming on the Gibbs Farm prairie! Bring your camera and join Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm Volunteers Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins on Saturday July 27th at 10:30 for a 45 minute prairie walk. Enjoy the many flowers and grasses that make up this important and rare plant community that was […]
July 28: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious […]
Celebrating Minnesota’s First People. Celebrating the Dakota, Past and Present! -Learn about the historic life of the people of Cloud Man's village at interactive stations, learn about trade, and even bead a bracelet inspired by traditional colors. -Sample snacks from the Sioux Chef (learn more about them here: sioux-chef.com) -Watch crafting demonstrations by Dakota Wicohan […]
Knock on Wood: Trees and Their Uses. Join a 45 minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site led by Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm Volunteers Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan. Learn to identify woody plants and find out about Minnesota trees. Gibbs Farm is open from 10-4 on weekends and the walking […]
August 11: Make your own Sundae! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy […]
We are spreading the fun on this toasty summer! Come join us in a hands-on presentation of pioneer butter making. Use a real churn, learn about “Lazy Daiseys” and try real homemade churned butter! Two, Hour-Long Sessions: 11am & 1pm Participation in this activity is included in regular admission costs. Admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, […]
August 25: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Join us on September 21st for a day of family-friendly fun at Gibbs Farm! To celebrate fall our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers. Taste samples of our heirloom apples, and try your hand at the cider press. We’ll have games, crafts and special treats including mini-straw […]
Join us on Saturday, October 19th from 11am-2pm for pumpkin carving fun! (This event has been moved from 10/12 to 10/19 due to inclement weather). We will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. Click here to reserve a spot! Payment will be taken the day of the […]
Halloween fun for everyone! Spooky fun for the whole family starts at 10:00am and goes until 4:00pm. Go on an epic trick-or-treat quest through Gibbs Farm! This year, the Farmhouse is full of storybook characters escaped from their 19th century pages. Meet Miss Muffet and her spidery friend, little Red Riding Hood, Jack of […]
CANCELLED: Please watch for updates and event rescheduling. Help us prepare the historic Gibbs Farm for the Spring field trip season! Volunteers are needed for active outdoor projects on our 8-acre site. These include turning compost, preparing garden beds, removing invasive species, and bringing out benches and educational objects. These projects are ideal for individuals, […]
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail - 2020 Saturday October 31st THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Boo! Book your visit to Gibbs Farm for the first ever socially distant trick-or-treat trail! Dress up in costume and adventure down an outdoor path through the Gibbs Farm site. Encounter fun and funny characters from storybooks and nursery rhymes like […]
Trivia Night with RCHS & Historic Saint Paul Tuesday, November 17, 2020 7:30 pm Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Register here on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZMrdeyqqTsiHtDP3Y0PE83xGhhyC... Join RCHS and Historic Saint Paul for a fun, online trivia event! All questions will highlight the history of our publishing program: In what year was […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Presents St. Paul's Winter Carnival: 135 Years of Fun...and Counting! Kate Roberts History Revealed Series January 21, 2021 Thursday, 7:00 pm Live presentation on Zoom Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/1cXk0X-1qkE After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. The presentation will be recorded. For registration or other […]
Please join us for our May 8th volunteer Day from 10:00-2:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for our 2021 season. Projects will include: gardening, light landscaping and site clean-up. Let us know you are coming by using our SignUp page or emailing [email protected]. Register by using Signup.com Projects […]
Please join us for our June 12th volunteer Day from 10:00-2:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for our 2021 season. Projects will include: gardening, light landscaping and site clean-up. Projects are great for individuals, volunteers 12+ and family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours. Instructions, […]
Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park Jeanne Kosfeld and Richard Kronick History Revealed Series June 17, 2021 Thursday, 7:00 pm Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link Registration is limited. You will receive a confirmation email after registering. For registration or other questions, please email [email protected] In partnership with the Roseville […]
Local Author Phyllis Root will be visiting Gibbs Farm with her new book Begin with a Bee all about the fascinating Rusty Patched Bumblebee! This event is FREE and open to the public, but space is limited, so make sure to pre-register HERE or by calling the Gibbs Farm office at 651-646-8629. By pre-registering for the […]
The Minnesota Sinfonia will be performing outdoors at Gibbs Farm on Friday, July 23rd. Enjoy the sounds of "Music on the Lighter Side" with your family! This concert with include music from the movies, Broadway, waltzes, tangos, marches, and much more! The concert is from 7pm to 8pm, but please feel free to arrive as […]
Gibbs Farm Apple Festival is back this year, in-person and outdoors. Get ready for apple history, apple treats, apple sampling, and apple games. We will have all the old favorites; music from Light of The Moon Band, face painting, tours AND some new fun. In the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be […]
Please join us for our October 23 volunteer Day from 11:00-2:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for the end of our 2021 season. Projects will include: gardening, light landscaping and site clean-up. Let us know you are coming by registering using the sign up link: https://signup.com/go/QFLGpsW OR email [email protected]. […]
Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail Saturday, October 30, 2021 10:00-2:00 (last entry is at 2pm) Grab your costume and venture down the Gibbs Farm trick-or-treat trail on Saturday, October 30th! Candy, games, and family fun! Try your hand at pumpkin toss or pin a smile on the jack-o-lantern! Guests will be introduced to the Gibbs Farm […]
Come visit us on our opening day and learn all about RCHS's new publication Grasshoppers in My Bed: Lillie Belle Gibbs, Minnesota Farm Girl, 1877! Grasshoppers in my Bed author Terry Swanson and illustrator Peggy Stern will be on site at Gibbs Farm Opening Day with author talks, activities, and book signings scheduled in the Red […]
Enjoy Gibbs Farm with the author & illustrator Gibbs Farm will start their summer Friday public hours with a special event! On Friday, June 17, join a special tour, threaded with details about Lillie Belle Gibbs led by the creators of Grasshoppers in My Bed (RCHS's newest publication). Storyteller's tour: Author Terry Swanson will share selections […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
Recommended for all ages Gibbs Farm and the Bell Museum invite you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Thursday, July 21. Kick off the night with an outdoor concert from the Minnesota Sinfonia, who will be performing at Gibbs Farm. Enjoy the sounds of “Music on the Lighter Side” […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie Gibbs at age 11 in 1877, through special tours right here on the farm where she grew up. You’re going to love getting to […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
On a cold, January afternoon, why not take a Wet Paint class with illustrator Jeanne Kosfeld. Experiment with various media while coloring in Ramsey County Historical Society's Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park, Saint Paul coloring book. Have fun with techniques that add pizazz to your page while learning about the architecture and history of the mid-nineteenth […]
Join RCHS at the Winter Carnival for Rondo Night! Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023 - 5:00-9:30 pm Landmark Center 75 West 5th Street, Saint Paul 55102 Enjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC artisans, businesses and organizations. Savor flavorful bites from Taste of Rondo while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo. Guest RCHS authors: 5:00-6:00 […]
Art in the Hollow Swede Hollow Park, St PaulSaturday, June 3, 2023 10:00 am-5:00 pm Park at the Saint Paul Brewing lot688 Minnehaha Ave E, Saint Paul MN Join us at the beautiful Swede Hollow Park for Art in the Hollow, "best hidden art festival in Minnesota"! The RCHS booth will feature: 10:00 am-Noon - […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld July 15, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint For tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-2/ A playful, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld August 12, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint For tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-3/ A playful, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as […]
Help us gather and preserve some of the late summer bounty of herbs and flowers. We will pick, wash and bundle herbs from the Gardens at Gibbs. We will also press some flowers for use in crafts and dyes this winter. Try your hand at a couple different preservation methods, and take home a couple […]
Gibbs Farm is excited to host this early fall Seed Collection Event organized by our friends at MN SEED! MN SEED Project Seed Collection Event at Gibbs Farm Join us for a fun-filled day at Gibbs Farm in Saint Paul, MN! Our in-person seed collection event is a great opportunity to learn about local plants and contribute to our MN […]
Stop by Gibbs Farm to make collage valentines in the cozy Red Barn. This is a fun, casual all-ages, family friendly event. We will be using a pasting (mod podge) technique to create these paper masterpieces. Get inspired by vintage and modern examples and unleash your creativity. We will be using the classic materials; Lace […]
Apple Festival is back at Gibbs Farm on September 21, 2024! Mark your calendars, and don’t miss this end of summer event. We are celebrating with apple treats, apple games, apple activities, seed saving and facepainting! In the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be able to enjoy samples, test their pomology knowledge, try […]
Incoming! It’s Gibbs Farm’s 3rd Annual Steampunk Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail Saturday, October 26; Timed Entries from 3pm-7pm Registration open now! Take a dash of Secret Garden magic, sprinkle in a little Jules Verne-esque imagination, and combine with a generous array of candy and you’ve got a Trick-or-Treating adventure for folks of all ages! Visit the […]
RCHS at Saint Paul Parks Conservancy's Parksgiving Music, Food Trucks, Meet the Artists, celebrate the 176th birthday of our parks Irvine Park, 281 Walnut Street, St. Paul, MN 55102 May 16th, 2025 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Register Here This summer, celebrate Saint Paul’s incredible parks by exploring 20 parks at your own pace! The newly […]
Join us in Celebrating Rosebud the Goose's 10th Birthday for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2025! Saturday, May 24th, 2025; 10am-4pm Join us in Celebrating Rosebud the Goose’s 10th Birthday for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2025! There will be historic site tours, live music from Light of the Moon, party games, and CAKE! Guests will also […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Mark your calendars—it's time again for our beloved annual Gibbs Farm Apple Festival! On September 27, get ready for a day filled with fun as we celebrate fall in Ramsey County! We will have crafts, treats, music, history, and nature activities for every age. Explore our Orchard Wander through our enchanting 30-tree Heritage Orchard! Sample […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Winter Craft Series – Orange Suncatchers – All ages! Gibbs Farm Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:30 AM-11:30 AM OR 12:00 PM-1:00 PM $10 ($7 RCHS Members) Register Here This Saturday craft workshop is great for kids and adults! Each participant will make up to three ornaments using dried oranges, colorful thread, and wooden or glass […]
Winter Craft Series- Collage Valentines At Gibbs Farm Saturday, February 7 Session at 1:00PM and 2:30PM $7 per person, $5 RCHS Members Register Here We are bringing back a favorite casual crafting day this February. This is truly an all ages event! We’ve got all of the collage materials, paper doilies, sequins, glitter and stickers […]