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 to learn about pioneer and Dakota life in the 1800s. The project will be led by a staff member and includes building, priming and if […]
Four Corners Community Feast Hello, We are sorry to announce that this year’s Four Corners Feast which was due to be held on Friday, September 29th at Gibbs Farm is now cancelled. After reviewing the number of pre-registered guests, we've determined that we cannot successfully hold the event as planned. If you've pre-registered, a refund […]
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 […]
MEA Camp 2017 Thursday, October 19, 2017 Full Day: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Half Day: 9:00 am-12:00 pm Children Ages 6-10 Online registration is available here. Or you may call Gibbs Farm directly at 651-646-8629 to register. Gibbs Farm is offering an exciting, fun, and educational experience for your kids for MEA 2017. This half-day or […]
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 […]
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 clare@rchs.com
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 […]
SOLD OUT. Gibbs Farm, in partnership with The Good Acre, presents open fire cooking! Join Yia Vang, co-founder of the Union Kitchen MN, for an evening of open fire cooking in the lovely setting of Gibbs Farm. Historic tours will be offered. Adult only event. Registration and payment will be required ($40). Click link below […]
