Join a 45-minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site lead by Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins. Learn to identify woody plants, and find out about Minnesota trees and how settlers and the Dakota used them. Gibbs Farm is open to the public on Fridays from 12-3 and Saturdays from 10-4 this summer. […]
Save the Date! Our annual Apple Festival will take place on Saturday, September 24 from 10-4. Don't miss the chance to celebrate fall with a visit our heritage orchard. Sample apple varieties, explore the prairie and take part in some community seed saving with MN Seed Project. Plus: Music by Light of the Moon + […]
Gibbs Farm Garden Party Series $40 ($30 RCHS Member Price) A mini-fieldtrip just for adults! Each event will focus on one of our favorite topics- expect fun facts, historical sources and a special peek into what makes our 8-acre historic site so special. Each event includes themed snacks, beverages (beer, wine and NA options) and […]
Gichigami Hearts: Stories and Histories from Misaabekong Linda Legarde Grover History Revealed Series Monday, October 10, 2022, 7:00 pm Indigenous Peoples' Day In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
Ramsey County Historical Society invites you to join us for the Gala for Gibbs Tuesday, October 11, 2022, 5:15-8:30 pm Join RCHS at Dove Hill to help children experience Gibbs Farm! GALA FOR GIBBS Dove Hill 260 Summit Ave, Saint Paul MN 55102 Parking at the Cathedral of Saint Paul lot on Selby Ave. Schedule […]
Vikings in the Attic: In Search of Nordic America with Eric Dregni History Revealed Series Thursday, October 20, 2022, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing […]
Come help out with some Friday Farm Chores! Work with Gibbs farm staff and volunteers to check some tasks off the list. Register using this link OR email [email protected] Projects […]
Something mysterious, magical, and slightly botanical has emerged at Gibbs Farm! The Trick-or-Treat Trail is back on Saturday, October 29th, 2022! Meet a candy-loving fairy, a misfortunate zoologist, and a plethora of steampunk inspired characters. Be prepared to encounter whimsical plants, get ready to shrink to the size of a mushroom, and stop by a […]
Please join us for our November 5 Volunteer Day from 10:00-1:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for the end of our 2022 season. Projects will include: gardening, light landscaping and site clean-up. Register using this link OR email [email protected] Projects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! […]
History Revealed: The Farmer-Labor Movement: A Minnesota Story Documentary Film Screening & Discussion with Filmmakers Randy Croce, Tom O'Connell, and Anna Kuharjec History Revealed Series Thursday, November 10, 2022, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom […]
NEA Big Read Immigration, Identity and the Arts: The Song Poet with Kao Kalia Yang Saturday, November 12, 1:00-2:00 pm History Revealed Part of the NEA Big Read series launched by American Composers Forum and East Side Freedom Library, the “Immigration, Identity, and the Arts” series ss part of the NEA Big Read, featuring Minnesota […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
Join Gibbs for an evening of casual coloring camaraderie! Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn over tea or hot chocolate and Victorian fashion coloring pages. Learn historical fashion tidbits and enjoy some scrumptious treats! Coloring materials, beverages, and treats are included. Event is intended for […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
The Activist Roots of the Everyday: Histories of African American Activism in the Twin Cities Adam Bledsoe History Revealed Series Thursday, December 8, 2022, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will […]
Join Terry Swanson—author of RCHS book Grasshoppers in My Bed—at the Maplewood Area Historical Society's St. Nikolaustag event from noon to 5PM on December 10 at 2170 County Road D […]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Vision of Freedom in American Memory Dr. Walter Greason History Revealed Series New Date: Thursday, January 19, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East […]
This event has been cancelled. A picnic table discussion over muffins, bagels, and coffee. Spend an informal morning at the Gibbs Farm Red Barn with Grasshoppers in My Bed author, […]
Ramsey County Historical Society cordially invites you to the Exhibition Reception Connected in Friendship and Service: 50 Years of the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, 1972-2022 January […]
Gibbs Farm is hosting a cozy casual evening of winter crafting. Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn. We will have […]
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 […]
Meet Jane Gibbs and listen to the story of her childhood at Cloud Man's Village! The program will begin with Jane's adventurous storytelling followed by light refreshments, a yarn doll […]
Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter A Conversation with Authors Yohuru Williams and Michael Long History Revealed Series Thursday, February 23, 2023, 7:00 pm In […]
This Event is Full- Check out the MN SEED Project website for more events. Head to the recently renovated Red Barn for MN SEED's winter sowing workshop! Come join the MN SEED team and we will walk you through the ins and outs of winter sowing native seeds. You provide milk jug or salad container […]
An Interrupted Childhood: Oral Histories of Polish WWII Survivors in Minnesota, Part One History Revealed Series Thursday, March 2, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the Minnesota Polish Medical Society. In conjunction with a photographic exhibition in Landmark Center, March 5-April 30, 2023 Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on […]
Make your very own paper journal with Grasshoppers in My Bed illustrator, Peggy Stern. Peggy will also discuss her illustration process for the new RCHS publication. Grasshoppers books will be for sale at this event. All materials and snacks are included. This event is intended for guests 12+. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Regular registration is $15. […]
Strike!: Twenty Days in 1970 When Minneapolis Teachers Broke the Law Dr. William D. Green History Revealed Series Thursday, March 23, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a […]
An Interrupted Childhood: Oral Histories of Polish WWII Survivors in Minnesota, Part Two History Revealed Series Thursday, April 6, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the Minnesota Polish Medical Society, the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. In conjunction with a photographic exhibition in Landmark Center, March 5-April 30, 2023 Live presentation on […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
Neighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park, Saint Paul Jeanne Kosfeld & Richard Kronick George Latimer Central Library Saturday, May 13, 2023 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join the creators of RCHS' […]
The Hormel Strike of 1985-1986: Historical Perspectives Peter Rachleff History Revealed Series Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. 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 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed […]
Join us for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2023 May 27, 10 am-4 pm Meet our furry and feathered farm animals; hear about RCHS’s book Grasshoppers in My Bed, featuring eleven-year-old […]
An Archaeological Understanding of the Justus Ramsey House Nienow Cultural Consultants: Dr. Jeremy Nienow & Dr. Fred Sutherland May 31, 2023 7:00-8:00 pm Waldmann Brewery 445 Smith Ave. N, Saint paul, MN 55102 Tickets: $18.00 For tickets go to https://eventbrite.com/e/612426061837 Food and bar service available during program. Join archaeologists from Nienow Cultural Consultants for an […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
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, […]
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 […]
Our adult-centered farmhouse tour is back! Enjoy a drink, snacks and seasonal samples before heading into the Historic Gibbs Farmhouse with Site Director Sammy Nelson. She will share the unique story of the Gibbs family with excerpts from family correspondence and Heman’s account books. This fun, in-depth tour focuses on a fascinating time in Minnesota […]
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, […]
Celebration & Plaque Unveiling: Honoring WWII Codebreakers and the Founding of Engineering Research Associates Thursday, June 15, 2023 3:30-5:30 pm 1902 Minnehaha Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55104 Parking for […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld June 17, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: […]
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, […]
Join a 45-minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site lead by Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins. The tour tallest trees (Burr Oak, Black Walnut) and some of […]
Juneteenth in Rondo Monday, June 19, 2023 Noon-5:00 pm Rondo Commemorative Plaza 820 Concordia Ave, St. Paul, MN Organized by the Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions (RCODE). The 3rd Annual […]
Our first Grounds and Gardens Tour of the season. Drinks, snacks and an evening stroll though our 8-acre site. Sample edible flowers and early veggies while learning about the agricultural and floral history of Falcon Heights. This tour includes samples, snacks and a glass of wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets are $25 or $20 […]
Nature’s Crossroads: The Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota: A Wide-Ranging Environmental and Historical Study of the Evolution of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul Area With George Vrtis and Christopher W. Wells History Revealed Series Thursday, June 22, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. Live presentation on Zoom Register […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Join Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins as they lead a 45 minute tour focusing on Gibbs Farm's restored prairie. See the effects of our late-April controlled burn while […]
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 13. Kick off the […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Join us for an evening tour focusing on our restored prairie! The prairie was installed 20 years ago by prairie restorations and contains grasses, sedges, edible and medicinal plants. We […]
Italians on Saint Paul's East Side John Andreozzi History Revealed Series Thursday, July 20, 2023 In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For […]
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, […]
For Gud Og Vort Land: Scandinavian Immigrants & the Civil War Saturday, July 22, 9:00 am-1:00 pm Norway House 913 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Join us for a […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Whiteness in Plain View: A History of Racial Exclusion in Minnesota Chad Montrie & James Curry History Revealed Series Thursday, August 10, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
This adult-only evening tour focuses on heirloom varieties from our crop garden. Try some produce straight from the gardens and sample a summer tomato salad and quick pickles. Bundle some early summer herbs to bring home and dry or use fresh! This tour includes samples, snacks and a glass of wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage. […]
This new series of events combines crafting and volunteering! We are focusing on historic crafts and gardening skills. Learn something new, help us out and take home part of the project. Wattle Fence- Try your hand at this historic craft! We will be using brush and branches cleared from the site (Aspen, mulberry and buckthorn) […]
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, […]
Enjoy some drinks, and seasonal snacks (preserved foods) then take a tour of the Gibbs Farmhouse with Director Sammy Nelson. The group will spend some extra time in the summer kitchen learning about the busy harvest time on the farm. This fun, in-depth tour focuses on a fascinating time in Minnesota history and is great […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join a 45-minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site lead by Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins. The tour tallest trees (Burr Oak, Black Walnut) and some of our newer additions (Tamarack and American Hazelnut)! Learn how these Minnesota trees were used for food, medicine and shelter by the Dakota and settlers. Gibbs […]
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 […]
Pathways Gala for Gibbs Tuesday, September 12, 2023 5:30-8:00 pm Wabasha Street Caves Pathways Gala Site: https://gibbs.givesmart.com go to Browse, Bid and Buy and you can view the items! The Pathways Gala is a fundraising event supporting the one-of-a-kind educational programs at Gibbs Farm. As the Twin Cities’ premiere historic site dedicated to youth education, Gibbs Farm […]
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 […]
Connecting to Collections: Preservation for Who? Chris Rico, Nienow Cultural Consultants History Revealed Series Thursday, September 21, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and Ramsey County Libraries-Roseville Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link Registration is limited. You will receive a confirmation email […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed apples. In order to keep our crop safe from insects without using harsh chemical pesticides we use more time intensive methods like apple bagging, sticky […]
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 […]
Family History Resources at Ramsey County Historical Society and George Latimer Central Library Saturday, September 23, 2023 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm History Revealed Series George Latimer Central Library Family History Resources Talk Andy Boss meeting room 1:00-2:00 pm In person. Free and open to all. No registration needed. Learn all about family history materials […]
Family History Resources at Ramsey County Historical Society and George Latimer Central Library Saturday, September 23, 2023 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm History Revealed Series George Latimer Central Library Family History Digital Archiving Andy Boss meeting room 2:30-5:00 pm In person. Registration required, limited to 10 registrants. For registration, see the George Latimer Central Library […]
Gibbs Farm Apple Festival is back this year on September 30th from 10-2, this all ages fall celebration has something for the whole family! Visitors can tour the orchard, learn apple facts, try their hand at cider pressing and sample apples not often seen in the grocery store or farmer’s market. Our Heritage Orchard […]
Fall is a great time to get some gardening done in Minnesota! We need help dividing and moving plants on site. We will be focusing mostly on shade loving native plants. Irises, Wild Ginger, May Apples and Solomon’s Seal. Participants will help us fill in spots in our gardens and wooded areas and have the […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal tasks. This October we will be cleaning up gardens and doing some light landscaping. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up with an adult. Click Here to Register […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
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 […]
History Revealed: Oakland Cemetery Historic Walking Tour Thursday, October 12, 2023 1:00 am-2:30 pm To register: Oakland Cemetery Walking Tour 2023 Space is limited to 20, reserve today! Join experienced tour guide and historian Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s famous Oakland Cemetery. The tour will feature the resting […]
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, […]
Prairie Imperialists: The Indian Country Origins of American Empire Katherine Bjork History Revealed Series Thursday, October 19, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information […]
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, […]
Take a dash of Secret Garden, add a sprinkle of Jules Verne, stir in a candy mixture and what do you get? The Steampunk Trick-or-Treat Trail at Gibbs Farm, Saturday, […]
Back by popular demand! Head on over to Gibbs Farm for an evening of cozy, casual crafting in the renovated red barn. We will be working with dried oranges, wooden […]
Join Gibbs for an evening of casual coloring camaraderie! Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn over tea or hot chocolate […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December […]
Defying the Silence: A Chronicle of Resilience that Saved the World-Renowned Minnesota Orchestra Julie Ayer History Revealed Series Thursday, November 30, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December […]
Add some light to the darkest part of the year! Each participant will dip a set of large taper beeswax candles and decorate them with pressed herbs, flowers and foliage […]
Head down to Gibbs Farm’s cozy Red Barn to create ornaments and art out of pressed flowers! Each participant will arrange and paste a variety of flowers, herbs and foliage […]
We are excited to offer this event for the second time this winter! Here is another chance to partake in an evening of cozy, casual crafting in the renovated red […]
Indian Wars Everywhere Stefan Aune, PhD, Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies, Williams College History Revealed Series Thursday, January 18, 2024, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom […]
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) […]
Join us for an evening of history and Valentine’s treats! Sammy and Clare will lead the group through a sweet and sour valentine’s day tasting. Sample modern and Victorian inspired confectionary paired with your choice of wine or non-alcoholic beverage. Each snack and beverage pairing comes with a Valentine’s History Tidbit. We will touch on […]
The Dr. Harold C. Deutsch WWII History Round Table & History Revealed The Viking Battalion: Norwegian American Ski Troopers in World War II with Olaf Minge, Dr. Kyle Ward and […]
The Heart of the Heartland: Norwegian American Community in the Twin Cities David C. Mauk History Revealed Special Event Thursday, February 15, 2024, 1:00 pm In partnership with the East […]
Partner Event History Education, Race, and the Forging of Our National Identity with Donald Yacovone Saturday, March 9, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Minnesota History Center For information see the MNHS page here Sifting through an astounding array of textbooks from the colonial era through the 20th century, Donald Yacovone reveals how Northern publishers […]
History Revealed Special Program Dakhóta Iápi (Dakota Language): Its History and Future with Šišókaduta (Joe Bendickson), Dr. Rev. Clifford Canku Sr. and Heather Menefee Moderated by Meredith Cummings, RCHS editor […]
Never Trust a Thin Cook and Other Lessons from Italy’s Culinary Capital A Celebration of St. Paul’s Sister City: Modena, Italy With Eric Dregni Thursday April 18, 2024, 3:30-4:30 pm Book Signing 4:30-5:00 pm Concordia Library In Person Event Free Register Here Eric Dregni will share his food-obsessed chronicles of his three years in Italy, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
Gibbs Farm Director Sammy Nelson is a Master Naturalist and bird enthusiast. Join her bright and early on Wednesday, May 8th for a guided outdoor tour of the 8-acre site. This is a special opportunity to visit the Gibbs Farm site in the morning and it will be prime time to see, hear and identify a […]
Why We Left: Untold Stories and Songs of America's First Immigrants Joanna Brooks History Revealed Special Event Thursday, May 16, 2024, 7:00 pm Register Here After registering, you will receive […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
The Rocks Will Echo Our Sorrow: The Forced Displacement of the Northern Sámi with Elin Anna Labba Thursday, May 23, 2024, 1:00 pm Please note 1:00 pm time: Elin Anna Labba will be joining us from Sweden. In partnership with Norway House and the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library. Register Here After registering, […]
Flower pressing is an age old craft practiced throughout the world. It is an excellent hobby for gardeners and crafters or anyone wanting to spend more time outside! We will […]
Join us for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2024 Saturday, May 25th, 2024; 10am-4pm Enjoy folksy tunes from Light of the Moon band, meet our furry and feathered farm animals (including […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
History Revealed: Finding Moses Dickson with Karen Sieber Thursday, June 20, 2024, 7:00 pm Please register for the Zoom event here: Register Here In partnership with the East Side Freedom […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Register Here Come build a Flower Press at Gibbs Farm! Pressing flowers is an "old fashioned" craft that is coming back in style. This class is perfect for gardeners, nature […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
Recommended for all ages Gibbs Farm invites you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Wednesday, July 17. Kick off the night with an outdoor […]
Claiming the City: A Global History of Workers’ Fight for Municipal Socialism Shelton Stromquist History Revealed Thursday, July 18, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library. […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Join a special Master Naturalist tour of our restored prairie! Cathy Crohgan and Kathy Robbins will lead a Prairie Walk on August 3 at 10:30 am. This tour is a fun […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
History Revealed: Walking Tour of H. Emil Strassburger (St. Paul West Side Neighborhood) with Nicole Foss THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society Saturday, August 10, […]
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, […]
Come build a Flower Press at Gibbs Farm! Pressing flowers is an “old fashioned” craft that is coming back in style. This class is perfect for gardeners, nature lovers […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Get the most out of summer by visiting Gibbs Farm for this special 21+ evening tour. After grabbing a drink and some snacks take a stroll through the outdoor spaces […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
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, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, […]
Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs, and Salvation of Cornbread Harris with Andrea Swensson Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society and Jazz88 Thursday, September 12, 2024 6:30-8:30 pm Springboard for the […]
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 […]
Ramsey County Historical Society Members Event Farm-to-Table Dinner at Gibbs Farm 2097 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Sunday, September 15, 2024 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM $100 per person Register Here Catered by Chef Natalie Allesee of Rowan & Dough Music from Chris Koza Ramsey County Historical Society members get a taste of […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up […]
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 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign […]
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 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up […]
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 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign […]
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 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up […]
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 […]
History Revealed: Oakland Cemetery Historic Walking Tour (South) 927 Jackson St, St Paul, MN 55117 Wednesday October 23, 2024 1:00 pm-2:30 pm $10 per person Space is limited to 20, reserve today! Register Here Day of Instructions: Join experienced tour guide and historian Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s […]
History Revealed: Architects on the Past, Present of Future Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society Thursday, October 24, 2024 6:30 PM-8:00 PM The Landmark Center 75 West 5th Street Suite 317 St. Paul, MN 55102 Event is free, but registration is required Register Here Join architects Alan Howell and James Garrett Jr. as they share […]
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 […]
History Revealed: No Ordinary Dollhouse with Wendy Rossi George Latimer Public Library Saturday, November 9, 2024 2:00 pm-3:30 pm This event is sold out. Register Here Join us Saturday, November 9 for a wonderful conversation with Wendy Rossi, as she discusses growing up at the two homes on Charles Avenue and Arundel Street in St. Paul […]
Ramsey County Historical Society is hosting our annual fundraising gala at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds this year. Get your tickets below and join us for an evening of fun and philanthropy with cocktails, a live and silent auction, trivia from Trivia Mafia, words from the Minnesota State Fair Foundation, games, and a delicious dinner. Auction items […]
Back by popular demand! 45 minute, register for a 11am, 12pm, 2pm or 3pm timeslot Purchase Here Add some light to the darkest part of the year! Each participant will dip a set of large taper beeswax candles and decorate them with pressed herbs, flowers and foliage gathered this year at Gibbs. These candles […]
Register Here We pressed thousands of flowers this season, now you get to use them to create two unique ornaments using vintage and natural materials. First we will practice some simple pasting techniques using modpodge while learning about pressed flower art from around the world. We will have examples and inspiration of arrangement and […]
Explore Gibbs Farm’s restored prairie in its winter form! Register for Winter PeeWees 9:30am-11:30am on Wednesdays These mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun! Gibbs Farm staff will lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature, historic Dakota seasonal life, and early Minnesota […]
Family friendly crafting to brighten up your winter! We have already sliced and dried the oranges so you get to do the fun part! Design your own simple ornaments using the orange slices and wooden beads. We have two session to choose from! Register Here Winter Weather Policy & Details All winter craft programs will be […]
Back for the third year in a row! Make a wall hanging or garland using dried orange slices and wooden beads and locally sourced sticks and branches. This program is geared towards adults, we will be doing quite a bit of measuring and using large needles to string our oranges together. You've got options! We will have […]
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 you need to create one-of-a-kind valentines. Great for all ages! Feel free to get a little messy in our cozy and easily cleanable Red […]
Celebrate Valentine's Day by crafting a Victorian-style masterpiece while enjoying some themed drinks and snacks. Bring your valentine, a pal or come alone! We are bringing out the punch bowls and will have a cocktail and non-alcoholic version for you to sip as we go over some valentines day fun facts. Register Here Our maximalist […]
History Revealed - USS Indianapolis with Ron Duffy Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society Thursday, February 27th 7:00 PM-8:30 PM Free virtual event, registration is required Register Here Join Ron Duffy as he shares the story of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis in 1945 during World War II and his work interviewing four survivors. Inner […]
Our last pressed flower craft of the season! Use simple pasting techniques, high-quality paper and flowers from Gibbs to design and decorate a set of pressed flower cards as we wait patiently for spring blooms. Register Here This event is great for all ages and skill levels, we will go over modpodge basics and have […]
This event is sold out. History Revealed: Vikings in the Attic with Eric Dregni Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society and Norway House Norway House, 913 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Thursday, March 6th 1:00 PM-2:30 PM Free event, registration required Register Here Who are these rather odd Scandinavians in our midst? Join us […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 2, 2025, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM. RCHS Members Event - Genealogy Tracing Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society 6:00 PM -8:00 PM Cost: $50 Register Here Are you stuck on a family history research challenge? Join professional genealogist Mica L. Anders for an interactive workshop designed to help you […]
Register Here Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2025 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects best for ages 6+ and are great for students, families, small groups (workplace teams, […]
Register Here Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2025 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects best for ages 6+ and are great for students, families, small groups (workplace teams, […]
Register Here Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2025 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually […]
