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Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

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, […]

Dried Orange Decor- Winter Craft Series

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$30

Winter Craft Series: Cozy Coloring at Gibbs Farm

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

Landmark Center Holiday Bazaar

Landmark Center 75 W Fifth Street , Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

$5.00

History Revealed: Defying the Silence

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 […]

Landmark Center Holiday Bazaar

Landmark Center 75 W Fifth Street , Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

$5.00

Landmark Center Holiday Bazaar

Landmark Center 75 W Fifth Street , Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

$5.00

Winter Craft Series: Winter Beeswax Candles

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$5

Winter Craft Series: Pressed Flower Ornaments

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$25

Winter Craft Series: Dried Orange Garlands

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$30

History Revealed: Indian Wars Everywhere

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 […]

Victorian Collage Valentines

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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) […]

$5

Sweet and Sour Valentine’s

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$25

WWII History Round Table: The Viking Battalion

Minnesota History Center 345 W. Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

History Revealed: Heart of the Heartland

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 […]

History Revealed: Dakhóta Iápi

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 […]

History Revealed: Never Trust a Thin Cook

Concordia Library 1282 Concordia Ave., Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Warbler Wednesday

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 […]

$10

History Revealed: Why We Left

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 […]

History Revealed: The Rocks Will Echo Our Sorrow

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 […]

Make a Flower Press

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$25

Gibbs Farm Opening Day

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

History Revealed: Finding Moses Dickson

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 […]

Make-a-Flower Press July

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$25

Minnesota Sinfonia Concert

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

History Revealed: Claiming the City

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. […]

Prairie Walk 2024

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

(Sold Out) Make-a-Flower Press August

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

  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 […]

$25

Summer Grounds and Gardens Tour

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 […]

$25

History Revealed: Deeper Blues

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 […]

Farm-to-Table Dinner – RCHS Members Event

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 […]

Apple Festival 2024

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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, […]

Oakland Cemetery Tour – South

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, […]

Gibbs Farm Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

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 […]

History Revealed: No Ordinary Dollhouse with Wendy Rossi

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 […]

2024 Pathways Gala

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 […]

Beeswax Candles with Pressed Flowers

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$15

Pressed Flower Ornaments

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 […]

$30

Winter PeeWees: Winter On the Prairie

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$25

Dried Orange Ornaments- Family Friendly!

Gibbs Farm 2097 W Larpenteur Ave, Saint Paul , MN, United States

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 […]

$15