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SUMMARY:Victorian Collage Valentines
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Gibbs Farm to make collage valentines in the cozy Red Barn. This is a fun\, casual all-ages\, family friendly event. \nWe 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 paper doilies\, scrapbook paper\, stickers and magazine cuttings. \nNo cost for children under 4. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. Sign up for either \n10:00-11:30 \n12:00-1:30 \nRegister Here
URL:https://rchs.com/event/victorian-collage-valentines/
LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Ave\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Gibbs Events
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SUMMARY:MN SEED Project Seed Collection Event
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm is excited to host this early fall Seed Collection Event organized by our friends at MN SEED! \nMN SEED Project Seed Collection Event at Gibbs Farm \nJoin 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 SEED Project. Explore the beautiful grounds while gathering seeds from various plants. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or just want to enjoy a day outdoors\, this event is perfect for all ages. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with nature and support our seed conservation efforts. Mark your calendars and join us at Gibbs Farm for a memorable day! \nVisit MN SEED Projects Event Page to Register!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/mn-seed-project-seed-collection-event/
LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Ave\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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SUMMARY:Volunteer+Craft Herb and Flower Preserving
DESCRIPTION: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 bundles of herbs to dry or use fresh. Taste some wild bergamot and chamomile tea and a variety of infused waters! \n$10 \n$7 RCHS Member Price \nRegister Here!\nParticipants park in the Public Gibbs Farm lot of Cleveland Ave. This project is great for all levels of knowledge\, kids 8+ are welcome to attend with an adult!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/volunteercraft-herb-and-flower-preserving/
LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Ave\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Gibbs Events
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld
DESCRIPTION:Sketching in Irvine Park\nwith Jeanne Kosfeld\nAugust 12\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nIn Person\nOn Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul\n \nOrganized by Wet Paint\nTickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint\nFor tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-3/\n \nA playful\, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as a child. \n\nJeanne Kosfeld\, the illustrator for the RCHS publication\,  Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park – a coloring book will share her love for sketching and show you how she approaches a complex scene on location.\nYou’ll leave with a new friend — your sketchbook\, ready to give you hours of enjoyment wherever you are. \n\nBecome comfortable with basic tools and techniques to enjoy sketching anything anywhere.\nLearn to see simple shapes in complex scenes\, remembering childlike visual discovery.\nCreate energy in your drawing with playful line movement.\nGain confidence by working through a sketch from beginning to end and have fun doing it!\n\nInstructor\nJeanne Kosfeld paints and sketches primarily with water-based media\, but her previous body of work includes newspaper design\, board game design\, creating public sculptures in ice\, organic matter\, and polymer. Growing up in a family of artists\, Jeanne started working as a newspaper illustrator. Along the way\, she taught at the University of Alaska-Anchorage where she also led the design department. For eighteen years\, Jeanne was the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul\, Minnesota. Her work appears in public & private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residencies in Arles\, France; Mesa Verde National Park\, Colorado; Hot Springs National Park\, Arkansas; St. Croix Watershed Research Station as the Artist at Pine Needles\, Minnesota; the Western Wisconsin Land Trust at the Pine Creek Restoration Project\, Wisconsin; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area\, California; and Juneau\, Alaska at the Ernest Gruening Historic Site. Jeanne has participated in International Urban Sketchers Symposiums in Portugal and the Netherlands.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/partner-event-sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-2/
LOCATION:Irvine Park\, 251 Walnut Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Community Events,Publishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T100000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld
DESCRIPTION:Sketching in Irvine Park\nwith Jeanne Kosfeld\nJuly 15\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nIn Person\nOn Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul\n \nOrganized by Wet Paint\nTickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint\nFor tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-2/\n \nA playful\, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as a child. \n\nJeanne Kosfeld\, the illustrator for the RCHS publication\,  Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park – a coloring book will share her love for sketching and show you how she approaches a complex scene on location.\nYou’ll leave with a new friend — your sketchbook\, ready to give you hours of enjoyment wherever you are. \n\nBecome comfortable with basic tools and techniques to enjoy sketching anything anywhere.\nLearn to see simple shapes in complex scenes\, remembering childlike visual discovery.\nCreate energy in your drawing with playful line movement.\nGain confidence by working through a sketch from beginning to end and have fun doing it!\n\nInstructor\nJeanne Kosfeld paints and sketches primarily with water-based media\, but her previous body of work includes newspaper design\, board game design\, creating public sculptures in ice\, organic matter\, and polymer. Growing up in a family of artists\, Jeanne started working as a newspaper illustrator. Along the way\, she taught at the University of Alaska-Anchorage where she also led the design department. For eighteen years\, Jeanne was the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul\, Minnesota. Her work appears in public & private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residencies in Arles\, France; Mesa Verde National Park\, Colorado; Hot Springs National Park\, Arkansas; St. Croix Watershed Research Station as the Artist at Pine Needles\, Minnesota; the Western Wisconsin Land Trust at the Pine Creek Restoration Project\, Wisconsin; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area\, California; and Juneau\, Alaska at the Ernest Gruening Historic Site. Jeanne has participated in International Urban Sketchers Symposiums in Portugal and the Netherlands.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/partner-event-sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Book Event,Publishing
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SUMMARY:Art in the Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Art in the Hollow\nSwede Hollow Park\, St PaulSaturday\, June 3\, 2023 \n10:00 am-5:00 pm\nPark at the Saint Paul Brewing lot688 Minnehaha Ave E\, Saint Paul MN \nJoin us at the beautiful Swede Hollow Park for Art in the Hollow\, “best hidden art festival in Minnesota”! \nThe RCHS booth will feature: \n\n 10:00 am-Noon – Grasshoppers in My Bed: Lillie Belle Gibbs – Minnesota Farm Girl – 1877\, author Terry Swanson.\nNoon-2:00 pm – Irvine Park\, St. Paul: Neighborhood Architecture—a coloring book with author Dick Kronick and illustrator Jeanne Kosfeld.\n\nThe festival will have over 100 artists\, plein air painting workshop\, and more\nFor more information\, see www.artinthehollow.org
URL:https://rchs.com/event/art-in-the-hollow/
LOCATION:Swede Hollow Park\, 665 Greenbrier St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T213000
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CREATED:20230131T163829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T163829Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Carnival Rondo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join RCHS at the Winter Carnival for Rondo Night!\nThursday\, Feb. 2\, 2023 – 5:00-9:30 pm\nLandmark Center 75 West 5th Street\, Saint Paul 55102\n\n\nEnjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC artisans\, businesses and organizations.\nSavor flavorful bites from Taste of Rondo while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo.\n\n\n\nGuest RCHS authors:\n5:00-6:00 – Leetta Douglas and Jeremiah Ellis\n6:00-7:00 – Marion Jones Kennon\n7:00-8:00 – Nieeta Presley and Frank White\n\n\n\nFor more information: https://www.wintercarnival.com/events/rondo-night/
URL:https://rchs.com/event/winter-carnival-rondo-night/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 W Fifth Street \, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Color with the Illustrator--Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park\, St. Paul with Jeanne Kosfeld
DESCRIPTION: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 century homes in one of Saint Paul’s oldest neighborhoods! \nREGISTER:\nClick here to sign up: \nSUPPLIES:\nFee includes Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park St. Paul coloring book. Bring your favorite art-making media such as colored pencils\, watercolor sets\, and markers sets\, or play with various options available in the classroom. \nJEANNE KOSFELD BIO:\nArtist Jeanne Kosfeld paints primarily with water-based media\, but her large body of work also includes print design\, board game design\, and public sculpture. She began her career as a newspaper illustrator and cartoonist. Along her creative path\, she led the design department at the University of Alaska\, where she was also an adjunct faculty member. In Minnesota\, for eighteen years\, she was the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. \nKosfeld has won several awards\, and her work resides in many public and private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residences around globe. \nCurrently\, she is illustrating architectural/historical coloring books for Ramsey County Historical Society along with architectural historian Richard Kronick.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/color-with-the-illustrator-neighborhood-architecture-irvine-park-st-paul-with-jeanne-kosfeld-3/
LOCATION:Wet Paint\, 1684 Grand Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Book Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T150000
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin 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 grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps.\n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-4/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T150000
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin 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 grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps.\n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-3/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165704Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed. \nJoin 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 know Lillie! \nPeggy Stern\, artist and illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed joins in on the search for Lillie through craft activities inspired by illustrations in the book. \nSnacks\, drawing for a free book\, and author/illustrator book signing are included. \n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-2/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Sinfonia Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:Recommended for all ages\n\n\nGibbs 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” with your family. This concert will include music from the movies\, Broadway\, waltzes\, tangos\, marches\, polka\, and much more!\n\n\nThe concert is from 7pm to 8pm\, but please feel free to arrive as early as 6pm and bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and family. Please bring your own seating such as lawn chairs or picnic blankets for this event. There will be limited picnic tables. Restrooms will be available.\n\nThe concert has no registration fee\, but we do request guests RSVP if they plan to attend.\nClick here to RSVP \nFollowing the concert\, stroll on over to the Bell Museum to experience Gaia\, a touring installation by UK artist Luke Jerram. At 23 feet in diameter and hanging in the museum’s Horizon Hall\, Gaia is a giant\, glowing sculpture of the Earth that features imagery from NASA’s Visible Earth Project. The Bell Museum will be open for special evening hours until 10pm on Thursday\, July 21. \nRain date:\nIn the event of inclement weather\, a rain date has been set for Monday\, July 25. Guests who RSVP will receive an email notification if the original date has to be canceled. Please note that the Bell Museum will not have evening hours on July 25\, but Gaia will be visible from outside the museum. \nSpecial Guest:\n \n\nMinnesota Sinfonia\n\n\n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/minnesota-sinfonia-family-concert/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20220625T165558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165558Z
UID:10008884-1657281600-1657292400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin 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 grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\nPeggy Stern\, artist and illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, will conduct an ongoing journal activity in three steps. As you take an adventure into Lillie’s world\, construct a simple paper journal booklet\, go on a hunt across the Gibbs Farm site in search of objects you will draw to fill the pages\, and try your hand at writing with pen and ink like Lillie did. A book signing is scheduled at 2:45\, but Terry and Peggy are happy to sign your copy anytime during the program. \n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20220607T160339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T160339Z
UID:10008881-1655467200-1655478000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: Grasshoppers in My Bed Tours
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Gibbs Farm with the author & illustrator \n\n\nGibbs 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). \nStoryteller’s tour:  Author Terry Swanson will share selections from the book\, moving from schoolhouse to farmhouse porch\, parlor\, and summer kitchen\, where the scenes take place. See period décor and artifacts at each location and learn about Terry’s research-based creative process.  Tours start at 12:15\, 1:15\, and 2:15.  Each lasts 45 minutes\, including Q&A. \n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps. \nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \nNote: These are the only tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-tours/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20220502T200807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T200807Z
UID:10008858-1653732000-1653753600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:2022 Gibbs Farm Opening Day & Book Launch!
DESCRIPTION: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! \nGrasshoppers 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 Barn at 10:30 am\, 12:30\, and 2:30 pm. Also that day\, guests at Gibbs may take farmhouse and Dakota lifeways tours\, see farm animals\, and participate in a chore obstacle course and other farm demonstrations. \nAdmission is $8 adults\, $7 seniors\, $5 children over four. RCHS members are free. Pre-registration is recommended (but not required). Click here to register. \nThe new book Grasshoppers in My Bed: Lillie Belle Gibbs\, Minnesota Farm Girl\, 1877 by author Terry Swanson and illustrator Peggy Swanson is a work of historical fiction created to capture a year in the life of Jane and Heman Gibbs’ youngest daughter Lillie Belle Gibbs. The idea for the book sprouted during the first Gibbs Girl Day Camp years ago when a curious participant wondered aloud: “What was it really like to live on this farm back then?” \nBooks will be for sale at the author talk and in the Gibbs Farm giftshop for a reduced price of $16 for this event only. Regular cost is $20 and $18 for RCHS members.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/2022-gibbs-farm-opening-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Gibbs Events,Publishing,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20211001T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T185816Z
UID:10008833-1635588000-1635602400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail 2021
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail \nSaturday\, October 30\, 2021 \n10:00-2:00 (last entry is at 2pm) \nGrab 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 animals and trick-or-treat at the doors of the historic farmhouse. \nThe start of the trail is timed\, approximately 40 minutes long\, and ends at the exit of the site.  Prior registration is required.  Masks will be required for all visitors three and older. \n $8 for trick-or-treaters 3 and older\, $5 for non-trick-or-treaters (adults)\, free for children 2 and under. Members receive free admission.  \nPlease arrive within your 15 minute arrival time frame. Please expect to wait up to 5 minutes before entering the trail.  \nCancellation Policy: \n-Registration cancellations must be made one week in advance in order to be eligible for a refund.\n-If Gibbs Farm cancels the event due to Covid-19 related business closures\, all registrants will be contacted and receive refunds.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-trick-or-treat-trail-2021/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20211004T154015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T154015Z
UID:10008834-1634986800-1634997600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Oct 23 Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLet us know you are coming by registering using the sign up link: https://signup.com/go/QFLGpsW\nOR email Clare@RCHS.com.\n\nProjects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours.\nInstructions\, materials and snacks provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! Bring work gloves and a lunch if you wish!\n\nThere is plenty of space to spread out\, masks and social distancing required.\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/QFLGpsW
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-oct-23-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210728T210645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T210645Z
UID:10008826-1632564000-1632585600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Apple Festival 2021
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm Apple Festival is back this year\, in-person and outdoors.\nGet 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. \nIn the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be able to enjoy samples\, test their pomology knowledge\, and hear from the talented group of Gibbs Farm Apple Volunteers. This is a once a year opportunity to experience and learn about the truly special living collection of heritage apple varieties. \nIn the prairie:  Help us out by participating in a family friendly seed saving activity with the MN SEED Project or grab a self-guided Tiŋta (prairie) exploration scavenger hunt. \nIn the Courtyard: Eat some apple treats and make some apple art! Listen to music from Light of the Moon and get moving with some barn dancing for all levels. Bring your own picnic lunch! \nFront Lawn: Test your skill with a variety of apple games and challenges. \nFarmhouse Porch : We are bringing the Summer Kitchen Outdoors! Hear the story of Jane and Heman Gibbs and explore kitchen items that were in use almost 200 years ago! \nCost for this event is regular admission price: Free for Members\, $8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children 4+. Renew your RCHS membership before the event! \n*COVID note: this will be a mainly outdoor event and will be set up to allow for good social distancing. Masks are required for those over 2 years of age.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-apple-festival-2021/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210609T152238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T152238Z
UID:10008821-1627063200-1627070400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Minnesota Sinfonia Concert at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION: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 early as 6pm and bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and family. Please bring your own seating such as lawn chairs or picnic blankets for this event. We ask that you set up your seating area 6 feet from other family groups. There will be limited picnic tables. \nThis event has no registration fee and does not require an RSVP\,  but we’d love to know if you plan to attend. Please RSVP if you plan to attend! \nIn the event of inclement weather\, a rain date has been set for Monday\, July 26th. You will receive an email notification if the original date has to be canceled. \nRestrooms will be available. \nA HUGE thank you to the Minnesota Sinfonia for allowing us to have this wonderful event opportunity at Gibbs Farm! \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/minnesota-sinfonia-concert-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210607T191449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T191449Z
UID:10008820-1625913000-1625923800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Begin with a Bee Book Event + Kid's Nature Investigation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Local Author Phyllis Root will be visiting Gibbs Farm with her new book Begin with a Bee all about the fascinating Rusty Patched Bumblebee!\nThis 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 book event\, you also get free admission to the Gibbs Farm site. \nPhyllis Root will read from the book and share her writing and research process. This gorgeous and educational picture book is great for all ages and while everyone is welcome on the nature investigation tour it will be geared for kids 4-8. Younger children may need some help participating from their grown-up! \nAfter the reading\, meet the author\, ask a question\, and buy a copy of Begin with a Bee or Plant a Pocket of Prairie. \nPlus: \n\nJoin a kid focused 20-minute nature investigation tour offered at 11:45 and 12:15.\nChat with Master Naturalists (and Gibbs Farm Volunteers) Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan about all things prairie related.\nGrab self-guided tour information and explore the prairie and gardens with your group.\nCheck out the historic Gibbs Farmhouse on a guided history tour. (offered at 12:00\, 1:00 or 2:00)\nVisit the farm animals!\nBring a snack or a picnic to enjoy.\n\nGibbs Farm is an 8-acre site that includes a restored prairie\, gardens historic and replica buildings. This event will take place outside and will be set up to allow social distancing between groups. Masks need to be worn at all times while inside and when on a tour. \nProgram will start at 11:00\, check in begins at 10:30. \nPart of the History Revealed series of programs.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/begin-with-a-bee-book-event-kids-nature-investigation-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210218T173508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T173508Z
UID:10008774-1623956400-1623961800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:History Revealed: Irvine Park
DESCRIPTION:Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park\nJeanne Kosfeld and Richard Kronick\n\n\nHistory Revealed Series\nJune 17\, 2021\nThursday\, 7:00 pm\nLive presentation on Zoom\nRegister in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link \nRegistration is limited. You will receive a confirmation email after registering.\nFor registration or other questions\, please email events@rchs.com \nIn partnership with the Roseville Library\n \n\nTwin Cities-based illustrator Jeanne Kosfeld and author Richard Kronick have together transformed a simple sketchbook featuring pen and ink drawings into a brief storytelling of the Irvine Park neighborhood’s unique 172-year history. The author and illustrator will share the history and the architecture of Irvine Park’s fanciful Queen Anne-style homes\, simple clapboard houses\, and elaborate French Second Empire-style mansions\, and the story of the area and its inhabitants. \nWhat began as a casual sketch outing in Saint Paul’s charming Irvine Park neighborhood during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic became Neighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park\, Saint Paul: a coloring book. Twin Cities-based illustrator Jeanne Kosfeld and author Richard Kronick have together transformed a simple sketchbook featuring pen and ink drawings into a brief storytelling of the Irvine Park neighborhood’s unique 172-year history. Artists of all ages and abilities can colorize their own imagined versions of these historic edifices. \nNeighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park\, Saint Paul: a coloring book will be available from RCHS in April.\nNeighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park\, Saint Paul: a coloring book will be available in softcover with 18 house sketches\, brief histories of the homes’ owners and architecture; and an architectural style guide and glossary at the end of the 48-page book. $18.99 regular price\, $15.00 for RCHS members. Shipping will be additional. \nTo order books\, use the order form here. \nAbout the Illustrator: Artist Jeanne Kosfeld paints primarily with water-based media\, but her large body of work also includes print and board game design and public sculpture. She started her career as a newspaper illustrator and cartoonist. Along her creative path\, she led the design department at the University of Alaska\, where she was also an adjunct faculty member. In Minnesota\, she worked as the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts for eighteen years. \nKosfeld has won several awards\, and her work resides in many public and private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residences around the globe. \nAbout the Author: Richard Kronick has been a full-time freelance writer since 1985\, specializing in architecture and engineering. He is the co-author with Rick Harrison and Greg Yoko of a 2010 book on suburban planning titled Prefurbia: Reinventing the Suburbs from Disdainable to Sustainable. Kronick has written over one hundred articles and reviews on the built environment and has planned and led more than sixty architecture tours in the Twin Cities\, the Midwest\, and Italy. He is a member of the board of directors of the nonprofit Preserve Minneapolis (PM) and is editor-in-chief of PM’s MinneapolisHistorical.org\, a guide to the city’s architecture. He often lectures and teaches continuing education courses on the history of architecture and is an expert on the Prairie School architects Purcell & Elmslie.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/history-revealed-irvine-park/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,History Revealed,Library Programs,Online Event,Presentation,Publishing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210524T135634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T135634Z
UID:10008810-1623492000-1623506400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:June 12 Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nProjects are great for individuals\, volunteers 12+ and family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours.\nInstructions\, materials and snacks provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! Bring work gloves and a lunch if you wish!\nQuestions? Interested in volunteering but can’t make this event? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.\nThere is plenty of space to spread out\, masks and social distancing required\n\nLet us know you are coming by RSVPing using this link: https://signup.com/Group/37005712280864030/\nOR email Clare@RCHS.com.\n\n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/june-12-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20210421T151541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T151541Z
UID:10008807-1620468000-1620482400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm May 8th Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLet us know you are coming by using our SignUp page or emailing Clare@RCHS.com.\nRegister by using Signup.com\n\nProjects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours. Instructions\, materials and snacks provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in. Bring work gloves and a lunch if you wish!\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.\nThere is plenty of space to spread out\, masks and social distancing required
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-may-8th-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20201029T162759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T162759Z
UID:10008760-1611255600-1611261000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:History Revealed: Winter Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Ramsey County Historical Society Presents\nSt. Paul’s Winter Carnival: 135 Years of Fun…and Counting!\nKate Roberts\nHistory Revealed Series\nJanuary 21\, 2021\nThursday\, 7:00 pm\nLive presentation on Zoom\nYoutube Video: https://youtu.be/1cXk0X-1qkE\n \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nThe presentation will be recorded.\nFor registration or other questions\, please email events@rchs.com \nIn partnership with the Roseville Library \nKate Roberts\, Senior Exhibit Designer from the Minnesota Historical Society\, will share some of the history\, stories and trivia of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. \nCelebrating 135 years in 2021\, the Saint Paul Winter Carnival was founded by city leaders to combat the notion that St. Paul was\, in the words of a New York correspondent\, “another Siberia\, unfit for human habitation.” Known for its parades\, Vulcans\, Klondike Kates and Ice Palaces\, the Saint Paul Winter Carnival has a history that includes contributions by architects\, performers\, bouncing girls\, and prominent citizens. Join us for this fun and fascinating online presentation! \nFeatured image: Winter Carnival Ice Palace.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/history-revealed-winter-carnival/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,History Revealed,Library Programs,Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20201109T175203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T175203Z
UID:10008762-1605641400-1605646800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Trivia Night with RCHS & Historic Saint Paul\nTuesday\, November 17\, 2020\n7:30 pm\nLive presentation on Zoom\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nRegister here on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZMrdeyqqTsiHtDP3Y0PE83xGhhyC…\n\n\n\nJoin RCHS and Historic Saint Paul for a fun\, online trivia event! All questions will highlight the history of our publishing program:\n\n\n\nIn what year was the first issue of the Society’s Ramsey County History magazine published\nWhat’s the name of our new podcast series that will soon be introduced to the public?\nWho is the winner of the 2020 Virginia B. Kunz award for best magazine article?\n\n\n\nTune in to see if you can answer historical questions about our magazine\, books\, podcasts\, authors\, and more! The viewer contestant with the most correct answers will win a free book from RCHS!\nContact editor@rchs.com with questions.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/trivia-night/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Publishing,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20201002T144154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T144154Z
UID:10008756-1604138400-1604160000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail [SOLD OUT]
DESCRIPTION:Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail – 2020\nSaturday October 31st\nTHIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. \nBoo!  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 Mother Goose\, Little Bo Peep\, and the Big Bad Wolf\, all while collecting goodies! \nThe Gibbs Trick-or-Treat Trail will be a 30-40-minute adventure! \nPrior Online Registration for a specific time slot is required.  Book the experience for up to eight people in your group! Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. \nPricing (10% off for RCHS Members):\n1-2 Guests: $15\n3-4 Guests: $25\n5-6 Guests: $35\n7-8 Guests: $45 \nHow we are keeping our guests and staff safe: \n\nA limited number of groups will be on site at a given time. Each group will move together through each station and will not interact with other guests.\nThe trail is completely outdoors. Bathrooms will be available if required\, but all other buildings will be closed.\nThe trail is timed and one-way with an immediate exit to the parking lot.\nMasks will be required for the entirety of the visit (exceptions are children under the age of 2). Please follow CDC costume mask guidelines. Please also note that per CDC recommendations\, face shields cannot be used in place of a mask.  Disposable masks will be available if needed.\nCostumed characters along the trail will be at least 6 ft. from guests.\nStaff or guests who are feeling unwell will be ask not to attend.\n\nCancellation Policy: \n-Registration cancellations must be made one week in advance in order to be eligible for a refund.\n-If Gibbs Farm cancels the event due to inclement weather\, the decision will be made by Friday evening and all registrants will be contacted and receive refunds.\n-If Gibbs Farm cancels the event due to Covid-19 related business closures\, all registrants will be contacted and receive refunds.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-trick-or-treat-trail-2/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20200303T194849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T194849Z
UID:10008744-1587207600-1587218400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm April Volunteer Day 2020
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED:  \nPlease watch for updates and event rescheduling. \nHelp us prepare the historic Gibbs Farm for the Spring field trip season! \nVolunteers 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. \nThese projects are ideal for individuals\, families or groups and should be appropriate for students 12+. \nParticipants should dress for the weather and a little mud.  Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes are a must! Bring a lunch if you wish\, snacks and beverages will be provided. \n  \nMore Options for Group Volunteers \nGibbs Farm has a variety of projects for volunteer groups. Group volunteer projects are active and outdoor\, options may include painting\, gardening and light landscaping. These projects are designed to take two hours and are usually appropriate for groups of 7-25. Week day projects are available during June-August\, during May\, September and October we can schedule weekend group projects. Please contact Clare@RCHS.com for more information.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-spring-volunteer-day-2020/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20190109T151347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T151347Z
UID:10008659-1572084000-1572105600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Festival 2019
DESCRIPTION:  \nHalloween fun for everyone! \nSpooky 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 beanstalk fame\, and more! Kids will have a chance to search a haystack for pennies and enter a costume contest at 11:30 and 2:30. \n  \nPlus: live music and crafts! \nAll treats\, activities and crafts included in general admission:\n$8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 4 and up \nBring your Ramsey County Historical Society Membership card for free admission! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/halloween-festival/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20190109T145843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T145843Z
UID:10008657-1571482800-1571493600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Carving
DESCRIPTION: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). \nWe will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. \nClick here to reserve a spot! \nPayment will be taken the day of the event. \nCost to participate is included in the regular Gibbs Farm admission fee:\n$8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 4 and up\nFree for RCHS members!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/pumpkin-carving/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T161902
CREATED:20190116T204204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T204204Z
UID:10008660-1569060000-1569081600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin 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. \nWe’ll have games\, crafts and special treats including mini-straw bale maze\, line dancing\, and ice cream! It is a great day to tour the historic Gibbs Farmhouse and explore our restored prairie and learn about Dakota seasonal life. \nOur neighbor the Bell Museum will be back this year and Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will be capturing fall scenes! \nThe day includes live music from Light of the Moon\, and crafting demonstrations. All treats\, crafts and activities are included in admission. \nFood will be available for purchase or bring your own picnic! \n$8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children. Free for Ramsey County Historical Society Members. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/apple-festival-2/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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