Harvest Supper at Gibbs Farm

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****Date Change!********   A harvest evening for adults! Celebrate the start of the fall harvest with an evening of eating, drinking, and learning at Gibbs Farm, a magical prairie oasis tucked between St. Paul and Minneapolis. Along with staff and volunteers from Gibbs Farm and The Good Acre, your hosts will be cooking instructors Joan and […]

One-Room Schoolhouse Program

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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 […]

History Revealed: Wild & Rare

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Ramsey County Historical Society Presents Adam Regn Arvidson, Wild & Rare: Tracking Endangered Species in the Upper Midwest History Revealed Series June 11, 2019 6:00 pm: Prairie Tour 7:00 pm: Presentation & Book Signing Gibbs Farm Free and open to all. No reservations needed. Join us prior to the presentation to tour our restored native […]

Prairie Plant Tour

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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.  

History Revealed: Tracing Teddy Roosevelt

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Special Event James Blase, Tracing TR's 1903 Train Trip Tour: Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt's Death in 1919 History Revealed Series July 14 Sunday, 2:30-4:00 pm Landmark Center Presentation & Book Signing: Keep it for Your Children: Theodore Roosevelt’s 1903 Western Trip Reservations requested – see the page here or call the office […]

Victorian Tea Party

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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 […]

Prairie Festival

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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 […]

Butter Making

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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+, […]

Pumpkin Carving

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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 […]